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New O.S. Speed B21 TY2 off-road buggy engine

A new version of the O.S. Speed Engines B2101 engine called the B21 TY2 is now available, named after former world champion Ty Tessmann and including a 90mm exhaust header along with a new 5.8mm carb venturi.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 7:55 a.m. View Comments

How to program drag brake, brake strength, neutral width, timing profiles and motor type on Tekin ESC's [VIDEO]

Team Tekin published five new how-to videos where team manager Randy Pike explains how to program the company's speed controls.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m. View Comments

Team EAM named North American distributor for 7075.it Special Parts

7075.it products will now be distributed throughout the U.S. and Canada by Team EAM.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Pro-Line Buck Shot in action [VIDEO]

Earlier this week, Pro-Line Racing issued a formal press release on the Buck Shot tire we first saw at the ROAR Nationals - and now they've published a new video about the fresh tread pattern.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax black-golden off-road ride height gauge

Arrowmax super-sized its black-golden ride height gauge, making it appropriate for 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:08 a.m. View Comments

New Powerstar PM-series all-metal servos

Powerstar released a new lineup of servos for surface RC applications, with silver-edged black aluminum cases for extra durability and improved heat dissipation.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

Mugen Challenge returning to LCRC Raceway at end of August

In three weeks, Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake will host an instructional clinic for 20 drivers - before defending his win from last year's event at LCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

Triple win for Lutz at Futaba O.S. Challenge

Tekno RC's Ryan Lutz cleaned up at St. Louis Dirtburners for the annual Futaba O.S. Challenge, winning the Nitro Buggy and Truck finals as well as the E-Buggy main events.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC Stripe beanie

Be ready for when winter hits with this stylish beanie from Tekno RC.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 10:53 a.m. View Comments

New Imbue center spine brace, front arm stiffener bushings and brass C-block for MBX7R

Imbue Motorsports released three new options for the popular MBX7R platform to stiffen up the chassis and front arms, as well as add a bit of weight to the rear end.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

New VRP droop gauges

Vision Racing Products released two new versions of its droop gauge, which made to fit either 5-40 or 3mm nuts to take the guesswork out of measuring droop.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 9:25 a.m. View Comments

Official release of Tamiya TB EVO.7 shaft-driven touring car kit

Tamiya America published complete details of the upcoming TB EVO.7 shaft-driven touring car, which is set to hit store shelves October 20.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing LCG IMPACT 4300mAh 2S shorty LiPo

Muchmore Racing has introduced their newest IMPACT series battery the all-new 4300mAh 120C 2S LCG shorty pack.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:53 a.m. View Comments

New Traxxas TRX-4 pre-cut bodies and red accessories

Traxxas has released new pre-cut bodies (available in silver, red, or clear), red differential cover, and red bumper tow rings for the TRX-4 crawler.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

New Hiro Seiko Titanium and aluminum screw kits for the MTC1

Hiro Seiko has released three new screw kits for the Mugen Seiki MTC1 touring car including a full Titanium screw set, and two Titanium/aluminum screw sets.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:45 a.m. View Comments

New Modelix Racing mini 4WD short course, crawler and rock-racer RTR's

Modelix Racing has released three new 1/12-scale ready-to-run vehicles, including a four-wheel-drive short course truck, crawler and rock racer vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Tekno RC EB410 turn testing laps at OCRC [VIDEO]

After team driver Joe Bornhorst posted a challenge to Facebook users, Tekno RC published a new clip of the upcoming EB410 1/10-scale 4WD buggy on the track at OCRC Raceway

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 11:24 a.m. View Comments

Laverychev and Koshcheev crowned Russian 1/8-scale off-road buggy champions

XRAY's Maxim Laverychev won the Nitro Buggy class and Daniil Koshcheev drove a Kyosho buggy to the E-Buggy victory at the RcRacer Krylo track last weekend to claim the Russian championships.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:49 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity shock oils

Creation Model released a new range of shock oils to complement its growing line of Infinity vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:22 a.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming Yokomo YD-2S Plus rear-wheel-drive drift car kit

The latest version of the YD-2 drift car platform from Yokomo uses a revised high-mount motor position for increased rear traction on slick surfaces.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:28 a.m. View Comments

Double victory for Reeves highlighted HNMC Members GP

Every year, the Herts Nitro Model Club hosts a free racing event with barbecue lunch to thank its members - and this year, Simon Reeves won both the nitro and electric buggy finals.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

New T-Works stainless steel rear skid plates for 1/8-scale buggy

T-Works has released their new stainless steel rear skid plates for the Mugen, Kyosho, SWORKz, Hong Nor, and HB Racing 1/8-scale buggies.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

New Team EAM Graphene 1S LiPo pack

Team EAM added a 1S pack to its LiPo lineup made with Graphene chemistry that results in lower resistance, higher voltage and improved performance.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 9:24 a.m. View Comments

The Kansas Dirt Oval Champions crowned at Checkered Flag Raceway

The 2017 Kansas Dirt Oval Championship, better known as “The KDOC”, was once again hosted by the Kansas Dirt Slingers club at their home track of Checkered Flag R/C Raceway in Bonner Springs, Kansas. After a full day of racing, the 2017 Kansas Dirt O

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:28 a.m. View Comments

Tekin ESC factory reset function explained by Randy Pike [VIDEO]

Tekin's Randy Pike demonstrates performing a Factory Reset, which is a commonly overlooked feature on all Tekin ESC's, and which can be used to help diagnose an issue while also clearing all user set values, resetting the ESC back to its default set

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Schelle Racing Car Bag

For this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike was able to get his hands on the highly talked about new Schelle Racing Innovations Car Bag. With claims that Schelle has "taken the car bag to a whole new level", Mike sets out to determine whether or not

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Phend took two wins, Maifield topped 4WD and Cavalieri crushed short course at last year's ROAR Nationals [VIDEO]

Team Losi Racing star Dakotah Phend earned the Top Qualifying spot in 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck at last year's ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals, hosted by the Hobbytown USA Hobbyplex, and won two of the finals - with then-teammate Ryan Maifield taki

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments