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New Arrowmax RC low-profile 24K 4mm and 5mm connectors

Arrowmax RC has released their version of low-profile and low-resistance 4mm and 5mm 24K gold plated battery plugs.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New 175RC TruSpin bearing kit and aluminum wing screws for RC10F6

The latest batch of goodies from 175RC are fit for the RC10F6 formula pan car kit, including a new TruSpin bearing kit and lightweight aluminum wing screws anodized blue.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:50 p.m. View Comments

RIP Kevin Koch, 1962-2017

Kevin Koch, president of the National Retail Hobby Store Association and owner of Uncle Don's Hobbies in Palm Desert, California, has died. He was 55 years old.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

NEMO Racing report from BRCA nitro buggy fourth round

Clutch problems dogged Darren Bloomfield in Pembrey while Joni Skidmore, Tony Truman and Ollie Currie soldiered on through the A-Main.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:17 p.m. View Comments

New Roche Products world championship commemorative hats

Roche Products released two new hat designs to celebrate the brand's world championship win last year.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

SCV RC grand re-opening race to break-in new carpet surface

After transitioning from clay to carpet, popular SoCal indoor facility SCV RC is throwing a grand re-opening race.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:30 p.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC EB410 arriving soon

Tekno RC has announced that the EB410 1/10-scale 4wd buggy will be arriving soon, and will be fully unveiled in a three-part article series which will delve into its design features and philosophy.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 7:48 a.m. View Comments

2017 AOC Australia race recap

Round 3 of the Asian On-road Championship was held in Canberra, Australia. The event gathered a mixture of local and international talent, all of which made for a successful weekend of racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

New RPM Zoomies black and chrome mock exhaust headers

RPM has released their new "Zoomies" universal mock exhaust headers - available in black or chrome finish.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

Backyard Raceway to host 2017 PAYDIRT dirt oval race with over $1000 payout

Backyard Raceway in Argos, Indiana has announced the 2017 PAYDIRT dirt oval event with well over $1000 up for grabs in the Outlaw Sprint and SC Mod classes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

Daniel, Buckhorn, and Tourle won at HNMC Summer Series finale

The final round of the HNMC Summer Series was held in the UK with over 50 drivers gathered to compete.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

XRAY announced the X10 2018 official release scheduled for tomorrow

XRAY has announced that the 2018 edition of the X10 pan car will be officially released tomorrow (Friday, August 18).

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

New Yeah Racing steel HD universal drive shafts for 4x4 Slash and Stampede

Yeah Racing has released new "tool grade steel" driveshafts to fit the Traxxas Slash 4x4 and Stampede 4x4 vehicles - available in red or blue finish.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico officially pulled the plug on Team Durango

After the Team Durango brand suffered a decline in business over the last couple of years, Hobbico has decided to terminate the product line and will deplete existing stock. The ARRMA brand, however, remains healthy and will continue.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 2:50 p.m. View Comments

Hohwart won California Touring Series title

Team Associated's Rick Hohwart clinched the CTS championship with a second-place finish at the final round held at Speedworld Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 2:59 p.m. View Comments

Kurzbuch and Coelho to continue ENS title fight in Aigen

Defending Euro Nitro Series champion Simon Kurzbuch will continue his pursuit of points leader Bruno Coelho on an all-new surface at MAV Aigen in Austria.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 3:20 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Truhe, Cavalieri, Tebo and Maifield won 2010 ROAR Nationals

Seven years ago today, the 2010 ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals kicked off on the outdoor track at Leisure Hours Raceway - where Mike Truhe, Ryan Cavalieri, Jared Tebo and Ryan Maifield each scored a Modified-class national title, and the 4WD short

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

The Byron Fuels Heartland Challenge returns to the HobbyPlex

The HobbyTown HobbyPlex in Omaha, Nebraska has announced that the 2017 Byron Fuels Heartland Challenge is returning for this year's event on October 13-15, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

New TQ RC Racing 2S charge cable with XH balance plug

TQ RC Racing has released their new 2-cell LiPo battery charge cable with XH balance plug and 4mm/5mm stepped bullet connectors.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New DE Racing Speedway wheel dirt oval racing mud plugs

DE Racing has released their new mud plugs, designed to fit the DE Speedway wheels and eliminate the buildup of mud on the outside wheel when dirt oval racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:47 a.m. View Comments

New RC Speed Secrets 22-4 2.0 ceramic bearing kit and titanium upper screw set for the 22 4.0

RC Speed Secrets has expanded their line of "Next-Level Hybrid Ceramic Bearings" by introducing the newest kit which fits the TLR 22-4 2.0 1/10-scale 4wd buggy, as well as a titanium upper screw set available in two different finishes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 16, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts named official spec tire of inaugural International Off-Road Carpet Championship

Every buggy and truck that hits the track at the first International Off-Road Carpet Championships in Las Vegas this October will be equipped with JConcepts Swaggers and Pin Downs.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 1:52 p.m. View Comments

New miniPRO R/C chassis dyno

miniPRO has released their new chassis dyno which fits 1/12, 1/10, and 1/8-scale vehicles to help measure rpm, kV, voltage, current draw, power, and torque of your vehicle.

Mike Garrison Aug. 16, 2017, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

Arrowmax 7.6v LiPo shorty packs received IFMAR approval

Just in time for the upcoming IFMAR 1/10-scale electric off-road World Championships in China, Arrowmax has announced their 5000mAh and 6000mAh 7.6v LiPo shorty packs have received IFMAR approval.

Mike Garrison Aug. 16, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

King won second round of DTR series

Despite qualifying fourth, Team Orion-powered and Pro-Line Racing-equipped HB Racing driver Cody King won the main event at Dialed In Raceway at round two of the DTR series.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

LRC: LiveTime named exclusive distributor of ImmersionRC LapRF drone timing hardware for North and South America

ImmersionRC has developed new hardware that uses the video frequency of racing drones to provide accurate lap timing for up to eight aircraft at once without need for an additional transponder, and you can now purchase the system through LiveTime.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 11:37 a.m. View Comments

HobbyPlex 11-Hour Enduro scheduled for October 8

The Hobbytown HobbyPlex will provide lunch for all 3- and 4-person teams competing in an eleven-hour-long off-road endurance race on October 8.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 1:35 p.m. View Comments

Ellis, Clarke and Debique won third annual Caribbean Invitaitonal

Jamrock RC Car Club hosted its third annual Caribbean Invitational this past weekend, drawing racers from Grand Cayman, Trinidad and Tobago, USA and Jamaica. Lascelles Ellis, Mike Clarke and Andy Debique won the nitro touring, electric touring and GT

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 12:30 p.m. View Comments

Tessmann talked about triple victory at Nationals

Ty Tessmann mentioned the setup changes necessary as the track developed, as well as what made the track most difficult, in his race report after he won three national championships this past weekend.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 1:15 p.m. View Comments

New LMR hybrid shock stand and parts tray

Lee Martin has released the next generation LMR shock stand, which now incorporates an aluminum design and removable parts tray.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

New 1up Racing premium pit mat

Randy Caster of 1up Racing has released the new 1up Premium Pit Mat - a 3mm roll-up ultra dense rubber mat with unique circular pattern and stamped in parts tray.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC 6000mAh 7.6v 2S high-voltage LiPo shorty pack

Arrowmax has released a new 6000mAh 7.6v 2S high-voltage LiPo shorty battery pack, which are claimed to charge safely up to 8.7v or 4.35v per cell.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:03 a.m. View Comments

70mph R/C Velodrome with Traxxas [VIDEO]

Traxxas tested the high-speed capabilities of the new 4-Tec 2.0 VXL by reaching speeds of 70mph+ at the Superdrome oval track.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Tony Truman

Tony Truman is one of the fastest off-road racers in the UK, has a super-cool job in full-size motor sports, and has lent his heavy accent to a number of our live broadcasts. Learn more about Tony in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 15, 2017, 11:05 a.m. View Comments

Malevanets goes two for two at NEMO Off-Road Championships

While held in the small town of Novelty, Missouri with a population of only 149, the racing was big at the 2017 NEMO Off-Road Championships.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Why I had so much fun at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals [VIDEO]

Visiting one of the East Coast’s oldest RC racing facilities was a new experience for me - and I enjoyed attending the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals for a number of different reasons.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 15, 2017, 4:43 p.m. View Comments

O.S. Speed B2101 carb settings explained by Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about carburetor settings for the O.S. Speed B2101 engine.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

Pro-Line at Axialfest 2017 - The Trails [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing has shared a few highlights from the trails of this year's Axialfest event in Cisco Grove, California.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO lightweight 1/10-scale rear buggy wing

VP-PRO has released a new 6.5" rear 1/10-scale buggy wing, made up of 1mm thick polycarbonate material.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

New RPM flat front a-arms for the B6 and B64 buggies

RPM R/C Products has released their new replacement flat front a-arms for the stock Team Associated B6 and B64 arms. The new arms are designed to be lighter weight and provide less suspension play.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

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