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New HRC Dual Star PRO Charger coming soon

HRC Distribution has shared a teaser of the new Dual Star PRO Charger, set to be released in December, 2017.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

New Matrix Racing Tires FlexFit hat

Matrix Racing Tires has released their new FlexFit hat, available in multiple sizes, embroidered with Matrix logo, and features a semi-curved bill.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO aluminum 1/8-scale wing washers

VP-PRO has released new black aluminum wing washers for mounting 1/8-scale buggy and truck wings.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

Watch the 29th annual NRCTPA World Finals highlights [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing the NR/CTPA World Finals in Montpelier, Ohio.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Strike 3 body for the MBX-7R

JConcepts has released their newest Strike series body with the new Strike 3 for the Mugen Seiki MBX-7R 1/8-scale nitro buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

New LFR A2 Tactic body for the EB48.4

Leadfinger Racing has continued to expand their A2 Tactic range of bodies with their newest release for the Tekno RC EB48.4 1/8-scale electric buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

New LRP Flow X version 5.2 ESC firmware update

LRP has released their newest Flow X ESC firmware update to prevent the occasional sensor wire error where a connected motor was not recognized by the ESC.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:45 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Alex Miller

The 2017 edition of the JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals a couple of weeks ago was not the first time that Alex Miller found his place on the podium. Miller finished fourth in 2WD and third in 4WD against some tough competition from those in the North

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 7:06 p.m. View Comments

Watch the new Pro-Line PRO-MT 1/10-scale 4x4 monster truck in action [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing has introduced their new 4x4 pre-built monster truck dubbed the PRO-MT 4x4. Watch it in action in the Pro-Line promo.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:09 a.m. View Comments

Nault and McNair combined for three wins at Region 9 championships

405 RC Raceway hosted the Region 9 championships this past weekend, where Reedy-powered Team Associated driver Trevor Nault won the Modified 2WD and 4WD buggy classes and teammate Rhett McNair added the 13.5 2WD title.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 6:01 p.m. View Comments

New 3DRC SF3 and YR-10 fan boosters and diffusors

After making their fan boosters and diffusors for the XRAY X1 and Team Associated F6 vehicles, 3DRC has made the whole range for 30x30mm and 40x40mm fans and rear diffusors for the Serpent SF3 and Yokomo YR-10 chassis kits.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn red and black hats

Capricorn has released two new baseball-style hats: a red one with a flat bill, and a black one with a curved bill.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:47 p.m. View Comments

Drake and Ogden won California Nitro Cup

Dialed In RC Raceway hosted the California Nitro Cup last weekend, where Adam Drake won the Nitro and Electric Buggy classes and Mugen Seiki Racing teammate Cole Ogden topped the Truck final.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:38 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 2018 4WD off-road buggy kit

XRAY released the new-for-2018 version of the defending world, U.S., European and EOS champion XB4 4WD off-road buggy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:13 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Are you guilty of any of these RC racing faux pas?

Have you cheated at an RC race? Used gear from a company other than your sponsor? Taken someone out? Check all that apply!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

Fundraiser for the Albano family after losing everything in California wildfire

As R/C racers, we are all competitors on the race track, but we are family off the race track. With the devastating fires in California comes devastating news from Team Yokomo driver and friend, Eric Albano. The Albano's and so many others have been

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

New LMR two-car carrying bags

LMR released a versatile new bag design that can be carrying as a duffel or backpack, and is big enough to hold up to two 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:58 p.m. View Comments

Falcon Hobby Supply to host ARRMAgeddon Bash-n-Dash October 28th

Hobbico and Falcon Hobby Supply are teaming up for a day of RC fun, including a kids area, long jump contest, high jump competition, tug o' war, 100-yard dash, raffle and more!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing 5800mAh 4S LiPo pack

HRC Racing released a new, high-capacity 4S LiPo battery intended for providing power to 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:18 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Coelho's incredible run to the 4WD world championship [VIDEO]

Tuesday marked the two-year anniversary XRAY's Bruno Coelho wrapping up the 2015 IFMAR 4WD title in dominating fashion, leaving no doubt as to who the fastest driver on the planet was that day — but it wasn't without a bit of controversy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 12:04 a.m. View Comments

Breathtaking GTA Raceway scale Mini-Z and drifting course in Montreal to open for testing next week

Over four months of work (and more than 2000 LED's) went into the creation of GTA Raceway, a spectacular new Mini-Z track set to open in Toronto next week.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 6:03 p.m. View Comments

Fourth annual Full Throttle RC Park Mayhem Race scheduled for November 17-19

The Full Throttle RC Park in Green Island, New York announced that its annual Mayhem Race will take place over two days for the first time, with additional practice on Friday, to pack more fun into the third weekend of November.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 5:24 p.m. View Comments

How oval racer Erik Steel reaches out to the next generation of racers

Erik Steel mimicked his favorite full-size race car drivers by carrying a stack of printed cards with him to sign and hand out to kids at the Northeast Oval Racers Association season opener at Lake City Speedway — hopefully hooking future racers into

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:04 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing titanium puck bones and 81-tooth POM spur gear for B64

These new lightweight titanium front and rear driveshaft bones and 81-tooth POM spur gear from Exotek Racing are designed to upgrade the drivetrain of the B64 platform.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:39 p.m. View Comments

Spare and option parts now available for Tekno EB410

Tekno RC announced that spare parts for its EB410 buggy — as well as options like carbon fiber shock towers and tuning parts — are now available.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 3:02 p.m. View Comments

New Version B shock towers for Infinity IF14

Creation Model released optional shock towers for the Infinity IF14 touring car with different shock mounting positions to provide a more stable feel.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:11 p.m. View Comments

DEVELOPING: Mark Pavidis let go from AKA Products

Multi-time world champion and well-known product designer Mark Pavidis posted to his personal Facebook page yesterday that he was no longer employed by AKA Products.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 10:44 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated Factory Team 4-shoe clutch gauge

Unsure if your clutch shoes are too worn to provide proper performance? This new Team Associated Factory Team "go or no-go" gauge gets rid of the guesswork.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 12, 2017, 3:24 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB8/XB8E high-speed lightweight body

XRAY has released a lightweight version of the high-speed XB8 and XB8E body, designed for less weight up high, less roll, more corner speed, and aggressive handling.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

New Losi 1/10-scale Rock Rey 4wd rock racer kit

Losi has released the new 1/10-scale Rock Rey rock racer kit, designed for you to build from the ground up just the way you like with a list of option parts included and sold separately.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 10:15 a.m. View Comments

New TLR flourescent starter box positioning mounts introduced and explained by JR Mitch

In the latest Team Losi Racing blog update, JR Mitch introduced the new flourescent starter box positioning mounts, explained their purpose and how to replace the stock black mounts with the new mounts.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New Vampire Racing 2S TX/RX charging adapter

Vampire Racing has introduces their new 2S TX/RX Charging Adapter that allows you to charge 2S LiPo transmitter and receiver battery packs through the balancer port using standard 5mm bullet style charge cables.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

New 3DRC belt tensioner for the Serpent Project 4X touring car

3DRC has released a new 3D printed belt tensioner for the Serpent Project 4X touring car, designed to "calm the front belt" of the car by offering a wide range of tension adjustment.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

New TEAMSAXO aluminum plated 64-pitch pinion gears

TEAMSAXO has released a full range (21T-50T) of 64-pitch aluminum plated pinion gears, designed to be a lightweight hard-anodized alternative to steel pinions.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

Monteiro crowned 2017 Portuguese nitro and electric 1/8-scale buggy champion

Ricardo Monteiro won the final round of the Portuguese Nationals to secure the championship title in both nitro and electric 1/8-scale buggy classes.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Boots swept the inaugural REDS GP in Italy

The inaugural REDS GP took place this past weekend in Italy, where Elliott Boots would sweep the nitro buggy class over Ricardo Berton and Mattia Polito.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 8:54 a.m. View Comments

HUDY is the choice of tools for Jefferies

Olly Jefferies has chosen HUDY as his official source of RC tools and accessories.

Mike Garrison Oct. 12, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

Tessmann and Hara to make Euro Offroad Series debut at season 7 opener

In just over a week, the seventh season of the Euro Offroad Series will kick off in Poland - with former world champions Ty Tessmann and Atsushi Hara scheduled to attend.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 11, 2017, 4:26 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts 1966 Chevy II Nova body set for custom drag racer short course trucks, and Slash or Stampede 4x4 monster truck suspension conversion set

JConcepts has put together a new drag racing concept using modified short course trucks, and released this old-school, three-piece Chevy muscle car lid to get down the track in style, as well as a conversion kit to create the ultimate monster truck f

Aaron Waldron Oct. 11, 2017, 3:24 p.m. View Comments

Hobby Action RC Raceway to host Haul In for the Holidays

On November 18, Hobby Action RC Raceway will be hosting a charity race in which each unwrapped toy is worth a free race entry.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 11, 2017, 12:52 p.m. View Comments

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