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New Graupner Colt X-8E radio system

Graupner has introduced a new pro-level 2.4 GHz transmitter called the Colt X-8E, with a 35-model memory, 3.5-inch color touchscreen, telemetry capability and more.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 5:39 p.m. View Comments

Revamped black-gold Arrowmax 100mm wrenches

Arrowmax has revised its lineup of 100mm wrenches with the black-gold anodizing treatment.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 1:01 p.m. View Comments

Merry Christmas from everyone at LiveRC!

The LiveRC staff will be out of the office and newsroom December 24-27 to celebrate the Christmas holiday with family and friends. We'll be back to our regular schedule of the latest breaking news and RC's biggest stories on Wednesday, December 28.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 6:06 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing carbon fiber Exo-Six flex top plate and titanium rear axles for EVO6/TRF419

Exotek Racing has introduced a more flexible carbon fiber top plate for the Exo-Six conversion kit as well as titanium rear axles for the EVO6 and TRF419 drivetrain.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 5:58 p.m. View Comments

Happy holidays from the Radio Controlled Track Owners Association [VIDEO]

The crew at MHOR R/C Raceway put together a clip of RC track staffers across the country wishing racers a happy holiday season with a stunning rendition of Jingle Bell Rock.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 4:56 p.m. View Comments

New Agama Racing A215SV 1/8-scale nitro buggy coming soon

Nemo Racing has announced that the new Agama A215SV nitro buggy will be available shortly after the New Year.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 4:46 p.m. View Comments

Weight-saving bearing sleeves from Tekno RC

Tekno RC has introduced bearing sleeves that reduce rotational mass for quicker acceleration.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 23, 2016, 12:39 p.m. View Comments

Ogden and Kvidera won at Nitro Side Show Shootout

Cole Ogden won the Pro Buggy final and Jimbo Kvidera won the 40+ class at the fourth annual Nitro Side Show Shootout at Triple Nickel Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 11:25 a.m. View Comments

RDRP B6 black-gold brass electronics mounting plate

Revolution Design Racing Products has introduced a black-coated brass plate that fits into a machined pocket of the B6 chassis onto which the speed control and receiver can be mounted.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts 3D-printed elephant trunk-style B6 waterfall brace

The new elephant trunk-style B6 waterfall brace from JConcepts is more flexible than the stock piece for more traction.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 12:33 p.m. View Comments

Check out Babuska Modelismo in Portugal [VIDEO]

Rui Reis converted an old warehouse building in the northwestern Portuguese city of São João da Madeira into an indoor RC racing haven - and he's looking for help to grow even further.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 1:32 p.m. View Comments

New McFactory Motorsports aluminum chassis for Project 4X

McFactory Motorsports is preparing a radically-machined aluminum optional chassis for the Project 4X touring car.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 12:12 p.m. View Comments

New 175RC carbon fiber front shock tower and battery brace, lightweight wing mount screws for B6

175RC has introduced two new carbon fiber pieces - a front shock tower for flat arms and battery brace - as well as lightweight blue-anodized aluminum wing mount screws for the B6 platform.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 2:17 p.m. View Comments

Mammuth Works Rewarron 1/3-scale short course truck coming soon [VIDEO]

Mammuth Works has begun taking pre-orders for the new Rewarron 1/3-scale short course truck - see it in action here!

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 12:54 p.m. View Comments

Privateer classes with handout tires to highlight 2017 JConcepts Super Cup Championship Series

Four tracks across Florida will host stops of the 2017 JConcepts Super Cup Championship Series with divisions available for racers of all levels - including Independent Stock classes that will use provided handout tires.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 11:43 a.m. View Comments

Optional front anti-roll bars for XRAY XT2

XRAY has introduced optional spring steel front anti-roll bars to tune the steering response of the XT2 stadium truck.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 11:31 a.m. View Comments

New Tesla T12 V3 "Black Edition" engine

Tesla has introduced a new version of its T12 engine with a black-anodized engine head as well as updates to the crankshaft and and crankcase for more bottom-end power.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 11:11 a.m. View Comments

New Team Powers digital coreless low-profile servo

Team Powers has introduced a new low-profile digital servo with a coreless motor and an aluminum case.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2016, 12:38 p.m. View Comments

New RDRP black-gold brass front bulkhead for B6

Revolution Design Racing Products has introduced an optional brass front bulkhead for the B6 that adds additional weight and style.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts 3D-printed one-piece B6 rear wing mount and wing wedge

JConcepts has introduced a 3D-printed one-piece rear wing mount for the B6 that's available through the company's Shapeways store, as well as a wing wedge to adjust the wing's height and angle.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 12:44 p.m. View Comments

Watch two Traxxas Slash trucks splash, race and bash [VIDEO]

In the newest Traxxas action video, two Slashes go heads-up in a race through all sorts of terrain.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 1:41 p.m. View Comments

Optional aluminum chassis and rear pod plate for XRAY X12 2017

XRAY has released an aluminum chassis and rear pod plate for the X12 '17 1/12-scale car that increase traction, stability and steering.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

New AVID black-anodized B6 shock standoffs

Avid Racing Concepts has introduced new black-anodized aluminum shock stand-offs and Delrin bushings to fit the B6 platform.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

New SMC Totemic stock motors

SMC has developed its new Totemic stock-class motors to provide consistent power without fading at the end of the race.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 12:35 p.m. View Comments

Natale joined Maxima Fuel

Top Italian off-road driver Marco Natale has signed with Maxima Mx Europa to use Maxima fuel next season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

New HUDY 1/10-scale off-road car bag

HUDY has introduced a new hauler bag specifically designed to carry 1/10-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 8:48 a.m. View Comments

New option parts for Creation Model Infinity nitro on-road race car

Creation Model has introduced an assortment of hop-up items for the Infinity 1/8-scale 4WD on-road racer.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2016, 8:55 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Matthew Gonzales

Hot on the heels of a double victory at the SDRC Raceway Top Gun Shootout where the 15-year-old won Stock Buggy and Stock Short Course, Matthew Gonzales sat down with Joe Adragna to talk about his RC racing career, his future, and what he thinks abou

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 1:06 p.m. View Comments

New RDRP brass C and D rear suspension mounts for B6

Revolution Design Racing Products has introduced black-coated machined brass rear suspension mounts for the B6 buggy that add weight for more grip and stability.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 11:28 a.m. View Comments

Watch AMain Hobbies' CEO make a shopper's holiday wishes come true [VIDEO]

AMain Hobbies founder Kendall Bennett donned a Santa Claus hat and made a phone call to a very lucky customer.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 7:18 a.m. View Comments

New HUDY 1/12-scale on-road car hauler bag

HUDY has introduced a new hauler bag sized specifically for 1/12-scale on-road racing cars.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Drake dominated Revelation Raceway Christmas Gifts for Kids race

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing won both the Truck and Buggy finals at Revelation Raceway's toy drive event.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 8 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts microfiber towels

JConcepts now offers special microfiber towels intended to clean a variety of RC items - especially tire beads.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

Limited edition Ryan Cavalieri signature Savox servos

Savox has introduced a new lineup of servos to celebrate the brand's partnership with four-time world champion Ryan Cavalieri - and the first batch is only available at AMain Hobbies.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake show how to install and remove clutch shoes [VIDEO]

In his latest instructional video, Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing demonstrates how to safely and easily install and remove clutch shoes.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 8:49 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax V3 black-golden on-road setup board

Arrowmax has introduced a new carbon fiber/aluminum honeycomb/acrylic hybrid setup board for 1/10- and 1/12-scale on-road racing vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 7:34 a.m. View Comments

Optional progressive shock springs for XRAY XB8

XRAY has introduced new shock springs for the XB8 buggy that provide slightly progressive damping characteristics.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2016, 8:09 a.m. View Comments

New LCG rear pod for CRC Xti-WC

Calandra Racing Concepts has introduced a new rear pod for the Xti-WC 1/12-scale car that lowers the center of gravity and maintains adequate ride height even when using very small tires.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2016, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Has your local track ever closed down?

Several high-profile track closures over the last few months have affected racers around the world. Have you watched your favorite nearby facility lock its doors for good?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2016, 8:35 a.m. View Comments

New Dirt Racing Products microfiber towels from JConcepts

JConcepts has introduced a set of microfiber towels under the Dirt Racing Products brand.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2016, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

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