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New Muchmore Racing FLETA Euro V2 brushless speed control coming soon

Muchmore Racing published a teaser image to its Facebook page suggesting that a second-generation of its former blinky-only ESC is on its way.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 15, 2017, 1:17 p.m. View Comments

New VRP Fidget Clicker ride height gauge

VRP released a new style of ride height gauge that uses a magnet-supported dial that can be turned to adjust to the desired height.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 15, 2017, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber link mount for Schumacher Eclipse

On high-grip tracks, this new carbon fiber link mount for the Schumacher Eclipse allows the LiPo pack to be moved up to 7.5mm further forward for smoother handling.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 15, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

Optional Team Powers 12.0mm sintered rotor

Team Powers released an optional 12.0mm sintered rotor for its 540-size, modified-class brushless motors that will result in smoother acceleration and higher rpm.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 15, 2017, 9:47 a.m. View Comments

New RC Speed Secrets Next Level Hybrid ceramic bearing kit for EB410

Hot on the heels of the release of the EB410 4WD buggy, RC Speed Secrets has released a set of its Next Level Hybrid ceramic bearings to fit the whole car.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 15, 2017, 3:34 p.m. View Comments

New WRC LM16 1.2 1/10-scale pan car

WRC revamped its formula-based LM16 1/10-scale pan car with new front and rear body mounts, an updated servo saver, reinforced front suspension arms and a revised rear suspension design to create the new LM16 1.2 kit.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 1:11 p.m. View Comments

New HRC crawler decoration items

HRC Racing has added new options to its assortment of decorative crawler accessories, including new gas cans, a shovel, fire extinguishers, and even a machine gun and rocket launcher.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

Kurzbuch chose HUDY

Reigning 1/8-scale nitro on-road world champion Simon Kurzbuch decided to use HUDY tools.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 12:50 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: North Star RC Cup

This upcoming Monday marks the two-year anniversary of the North Star RC Cup, a one-off electric off-road and dirt oval event held on temporary tracks built at the North Star Mohican Casino and Resort in Bowler, Wisconsin with nearly nearly $7000 in

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 9:03 p.m. View Comments

Limited edition Tamiya TT-02 White Special kit

According to Tamiya Blog, Tamiya will soon release an limited edition all-white version of its popular TT-02 touring car which will include upgraded parts.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 12:55 p.m. View Comments

New TLR 22 4.0 and 22-4 2.0 turf setups

In the latest Team Losi Racing blog, JR Mitch asked Anthony Mazzara for his 22 4.0 and 22-4 2.0 setups after two top-five finishes at the Turf Nationals.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

New Maclan Racing MRR Team Edition V2 brushless motors

Maclan Racing released a new series of brushless motors, with an all-new design built to the latest spec-class racing rules.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

New Losi LST 3XL-E 1/8-scale brushless-powered monster truck [VIDEO]

Losi has revamped the super-sized LST platform with 6S LiPo power, a new composite low-CG chassis, and a Spektrum AVC radio system with optional speedometer and mobile app.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek B64 Flite center spool set

Exotek Racing introduced a new center spool for the B64 with a 75-tooth spur gear and lightweight components that saves 24 grams over the stock assembly, making it a suitable choice for spec-class racers seeking an advantage.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 11:22 a.m. View Comments

XRAY T4 2018 coming tomorrow

XRAY announced that it will publish full details about its new-for-2018 T4 touring car on Friday, September 15.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 14, 2017, 10:31 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax 24K gold-plated 5-to-4mm bullet plug reducers

Arrowmax released a pair of gold-plated reducers that make it possible to install a battery with 5mm ports into a vehicle equipped with 4mm plugs.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

New Kyosho Inferno GT2 VE ReadySet got electronics upgrade

Kyosho revamped its Team Orion brushless-powered GT2 VE ReadySet with new radio gear.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk describe how to install turnbuckles [VIDEO]

Ever wondered what the small notch on your vehicle's turnbuckles is for? Watch world champion David Ronnefalk explain in his latest video.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 11:41 a.m. View Comments

Second teaser clip of upcoming partnership between Losi and Trek Bikes [VIDEO]

Horizon Hobby published another video of what will be released at 10 AM CST tomorrow, which — judging from the on-board shots — might be a new Losi buggy or truck licensed by Trek Bikes. What do you think?

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 11:29 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent Viper 988 nitro 1/8-scale on-road car

The Serpent team racing at the Worlds in France this week are equipped with the new Viper 988, an evolution of the defending champion.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

New RPM gullwing front arms for B6 and B6D

To add to the durable flat arms released last month, RPM RC Products announced new gullwing options for the B6 and B6D.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 12:16 p.m. View Comments

New STRC aluminum shock towers and chassis braces for TRX-4

ST Racing Concepts announced another batch of anodized aluminum option parts for the popular TRX-4 Defender crawler.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 8:49 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Drake at Brazilian national championships

Last week, Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake traveled to Sao Paulo Brazil and won the nitro buggy and truck finals at the Brazilian Nationals.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

Honigl clinched Austrian 4WD title after double win at fourth round

Tekin powered Hupo Honigl to victory in both finals in Welser Kieswerke, which clinched the 4WD championship before the final round.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 9:28 a.m. View Comments

Mitch will raffle off personal 2WD buggy to benefit Red Cross at JConcepts Super Cup Series opener

At the opening round of the JConcepts Super Cup Series at Beachline Raceway this weekend, a raffle winner will take home the Team Losi Racing 22 3.0 of factory driver JR Mitch with all proceeds going to help hurricane victims.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 3:17 p.m. View Comments

RC Race Track des Iles and Black Fly RC to host double-header for northern New Brunswick's best

The first of two races to determine the fastest off-roaders in New Brunswick, Canada will be held at RC Race Track des Iles in Lameque this weekend.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 1:37 p.m. View Comments

New AVID 4.5mm carbon fiber flat front and long rear shock towers for B6 and B6D

AVID Racing Concepts released new 4.5mm-thick carbon fiber front and rear shock towers to fit the B6 platform.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 3:30 p.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: AJ Marasco

There's no denying the popularity of 17.5-stock racing, especially in the buggy class, and it's not rare to find an adolescent racer near the top of the charts in many areas of the country. AJ Marasco is one of the fastest stock racers on the east co

Tyler Hooks Sept. 13, 2017, 3:44 p.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC EB410 1/10-scale 4WD buggy kit officially released

After three in-depth teaser articles that discussed its design, Tekno RC has finally issued the full details of its new EB410 kit for the 1/10-scale 4WD buggy class.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 12:38 p.m. View Comments

Kosciuszek and Rivkin split Turf Nationals titles

RC Madness hosted the third annual JConcepts Turf Nationals this past weekend, where factory drivers Alex Kosciuszek and Spencer Rivkin traded 2WD and 4WD wins. Here's the full report.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 13, 2017, 2:50 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Exotek Racing TLR 22-4 2.0 alloy front pivot mount

The TLR 22-4 2.0 is proven as a race winning car, however, one "weak point" for some racers has been the plastic front pivot mount. In an attempt to handle the heavy hits without breakage, Exotek Racing released their new 22-4 2.0 extra heavy duty ma

Mike Garrison Sept. 13, 2017, 9:56 p.m. View Comments

New HUDY large zippered travel bag

HUDY has continued to expand their line of bags by introducing a new large zippered travel bag with telescoping handle and ball-bearing wheels.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Boots clinched BRCA 1/8-scale Championship title

After winning the final round of the BRCA Rallycross Championship, Elliott Boots earned the overall championship win with REDS.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 9:46 a.m. View Comments

Honigl has chosen HUDY tools

HUDY has been chosen as the official tools of choice by off-road and on-road sensation Hupo Honigl.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 8:48 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: The five best pieces of racing advice I ever received

Here are five tips that both helped my skills improve and have stuck with me for decades.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 12, 2017, 4:09 p.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing ultra-light TSW 48P and 64P spur gears

HRC Racing has released a new range of 48-pitch and 64-pitch light weight Delrin spur gears.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 9:28 a.m. View Comments

New Awesomatix inner front joint driveshaft system

Awesomatix has released their new inner front joint (IFJ) system, a new design intended to reduce the friction between the spool outdrive and the dogbone drive shaft.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

Riley cashed out with $1000 SC Mod win at the 2017 Team GFRP Paydirt

The 2017 Team GFRP Paydirt race was held at Backyard Raceway in Argos, Indiana. The event offered up $1000 to the winner of the SC Mod class, which was earned by the #97 of Jayme Riley.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

Olson won spec buggy classes at Turf Nationals

Matt Olson used the new Tekin Racing RS Pro Black Edition speed control and G3 Spec-R motors to win the 17.5 2WD and 13.5 4WD finals at the Turf Nationals at RC Madness.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 12, 2017, 2:26 p.m. View Comments

Back to back European 1/8-scale E-Buggy championships for Ronnefalk

David Ronnefalk defended his European 1/8-scale E-Buggy championship title in Croatia by taking the win ahead of Davide Ongaro and Alex Zanchettin.

Mike Garrison Sept. 12, 2017, 9:13 a.m. View Comments

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