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New AVID machined 12mm V2 shock pistons

AVID Racing Concepts has introduced a new lineup of 12mm shock pistons for AE V2 shocks that are perfectly round with square edges for little blow-by and more consistency.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 5, 2016, 12:48 p.m. View Comments

Double victory for Steenmans at RCX Challenge finale in South Africa, teammate Oelofse clinched buggy title

RC Concepts powered Dean Steenmans to TQ the buggy and truck classes at Avion Raceway and then the win in both finals to wrap up the RCX Challenge series, with teammate Tiaan Oelofse scoring the overall buggy championship.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 5, 2016, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri cruised to three wins at Top Gun Shootout

Ryan Cavalieri won the Modified 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck classes at the Team Associated Top Gun Shootout hosted by SDRC Raceway last weekend - here are the full A-Main results for each class.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 5, 2016, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing D216 Flite motor plate, 22 3.0 titanium HD puck bones and B6 titanium battery tray screws

Exotek Racing has introduced new option parts for three popular 2WD buggies, including a machined aluminum motor plate for the D216, titanium HD driveshafts for 22 3.0 buggies outfitted with Puck drivetrain systems, and titanium battery tray screws f

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

Coelho looking to defend title as tenth Euro Touring Series season kicks off in Hrotovice

The Euro Touring Series kicks off its tenth season this weekend with XRAY's Bruno Coelho returning to the scene of his ETS debut in Hrotovice, Czech Republic.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy 540-SL4 sensorless 4-pole brushless motor

Reedy has introduced a new 3300Kv sensorless motor with a 4-pole design that's a powerful, ideal replacement for a wide variety of RTR vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

Las Vegas Worlds track coming soon to VRC Pro [VIDEO]

On December 6, the IFMAR Worlds course from RC Tracks of Las Vegas will be available on VRC Pro - complete with the ruts and bumps that made it so challenging for the best drivers on the planet. Watch the preview here!

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 9:58 a.m. View Comments

JQ's silly season rumor analysis, part two - Tebo and Phend moving to AKA? Cavalieri and Ronnefalk to JConcepts?

JQ Products founder Joseph Quagraine dug in with more rumors about big potential moves this offseason, with several top stars reportedly considering switching tire sponsors.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 12:11 p.m. View Comments

Double win for Mah highlighted WCICS opener

SARCAR in Saskatoon hosted the first round of the PROTOform Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series, and Wayne Mah dominated the stock and modified touring car divisions. Here's the full report.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming JConcepts S2 body for 8IGHT 4.0

On Wednesday, JConcepts driver JR Mitch shared a photo of his 8IGHT 4.0 prepared for this weekend's Fall Brawl - and it turns out the buggy was wearing a pre-production S2 shell.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 12:51 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Factory Umbrella

Protect yourself from the elements with this super awesome-looking umbrella from Pro-Line Racing.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 2:44 p.m. View Comments

RC Concept signed Sterling

Aussie off-roader Ben Sterling has joined the RC Concept team.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 1:43 p.m. View Comments

New VRP adjustable battery strap and brace set for B6

Vision Racing Products has introduced a machined aluminum battery strap for the B6 that can be used with an adjustable turnbuckle chassis brace.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 5:45 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The rising speed of 1/12-scale racing [VIDEO]

The decision to change the 1/12-scale modified class to 2S LiPo packs could increase the velocity of IFMAR's smallest, and oldest, electric racing class to new heights. See how the speeds have increased over the last 28 years in this week's Flashback

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 4:11 p.m. View Comments

Buggy double for Evans, Chambers took short course title at 30th annual Pizza Fest

MHOR RC Raceway celebrated three decades of RC car racing and pizza last weekend, as Dustin Evans won the 2WD and 4WD Modified Buggy finals and Matt Chambers finished first in the Modified Short Course class.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 1:27 p.m. View Comments

New Team Associated SC28 RTR micro short course truck [VIDEO]

Team Associated has just introduced the perfect stocking stuffer - a 1/28-scale 2WD short course truck styled after Lucas Oil Off-Road Racing Series champion racer Carl Renezeder's truck!

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 4:35 p.m. View Comments

EXCLUSIVE: Kenney quit Mugen for Kyosho, won debut race

The "silly season" continued with news that, after two years with Mugen Seiki, Northern California semi-pro off-road racer Ryan Kenney agreed to join the Kyosho America team this season - and promptly won his first race with the new car.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 3:19 p.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing Fleta M8.1 1/8-scale racing speed control

Muchmore Racing has introduced the new Fleta M8.1 ESC for 1/8-scale brushless vehicles with new firmware packed into a compact, machined-aluminum case.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

New Dynamite RC rechargeable folding LED pit light coming soon

Next month, Dynamite RC will release this handy pit light that folds down into a small space and can be charged for cord-free operation.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

Quagraine's silly season rumor analysis - Maifield to Mugen Seiki? Tessmann to XRAY?

There has been a lot of talk about big name drivers changing teams this winter - and JQ Racing head honcho Joseph Quagraine gave his take on what he thinks is actually happening.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 8:12 a.m. View Comments

Ebukoro and Volker topped Modified classes to highlight AOC finale in Japan

The spectacular Yatabe Arena hosted the the final Asian On-Road Championship race of 2016 and drew some of the fastest drivers on the planet - including reigning ISTC world champ Ronald Volker, who won the Modified Touring category, while Japanese dr

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 9 a.m. View Comments

Double modified class victory for Hebert at 37th annual U.S. Indoor Champs

The U.S. Indoor Champs drew over 400 entries last weekend, and Reedy-powered Team Associated driver Keven Hebert won both the Modified Touring Car and 1/12-Scale classes from the TQ spot on the grid.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 11:27 a.m. View Comments

Balestri signed with Infinity

Italian nitro on-road race Dario Balestri is the latest title contender to join the stacked Creation Model Infinity racing team.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 8:26 a.m. View Comments

New Team Losi Racing dirt laydown conversion kit for 22 3.0

Team Losi Racing has introduced a second laydown transmission conversion kit for the 22 3.0, this time tailored to dirt and clay tracks.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 2:57 p.m. View Comments

Lasernut Racing to enter RC market through partnership with Ultra Custom Fabrication [VIDEO]

Kyle Listul and the UCFab team will begin building replicas of Lasernut Racing Ultra4 racing buggies and Lasernut Racing will be producing UCFab products. Here's the scoop from UtahRC.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 12:15 p.m. View Comments

Vik won Expert Nitro Buggy at North vs. South

Tyler Vik edged Top Qualifier CJ Jelin and Austin Blair to win Expert Nitro Buggy at the 11th annual North vs. South at Central Valley Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 3:13 p.m. View Comments

THE SCIENCE OF SETUP: Episode 2 - Suspension Properties

The second installment of Bob Wright's bi-weekly column, the Science of Setup, explains everything you need to know about suspension properties - which is the first step in making smart decisions when it comes to tuning your vehicle.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 3:31 p.m. View Comments

Pan car spec class sweep for Firsching at US Indoor Champs

Team Trinity powered Tom Firsching to the TQ and win in 17.5 1/12-scale, 13.5 1/12-scale and 13.5 World GT categories in Ohio.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 2:32 p.m. View Comments

New Bullitt B-221 buggy engine with low-profile head

Nemo Racing is now accepting pre-orders on the upcoming Bullitt B-221 off-road racing engine, with more bottom and mid-range power, an increase in fuel mileage, and a lower center of gravity thanks to the dramatically dropped head.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 3:41 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Is 1/12-scale modified racing the canary in the coal mine?

Whether or not IFMAR's new rule changes for the 1/12-scale modified class will achieve the goal of making the class viable isn't what the RC industry should take from this week's big discussion - it's whether or not other disciplines - like off-road

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 5:14 p.m. View Comments

Flexytub customizable air filter covers

Flexytub's latest fully-customizable product is a cover for the air filter element of your nitro vehicle - with many different colors and company logos to choose from.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 10:20 a.m. View Comments

Trinity's new LiPo Factory 7000mAh 1S battery pack

Trinity has introduced a new 1-cell 7000mAh pack to its lineup of LiPo Factory economical racing batteries.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 1:21 p.m. View Comments

Tour Pro-Line Racing headquarters in this awesome #MannequinChallenge clip [VIDEO]

Get an inside look at the Pro-Line Racing offices, production equipment and warehouse in this fantastic #MannequinChallenge video.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

Rally-X racing class added to VRC Pro [VIDEO]

Rally racing isn't a major RC racing class, but the multi-surface discipline has been added to VRC Pro in a familiar closed-course format. Check out the current record-holder's run here!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 2:15 p.m. View Comments

Two wins each for Belote and Dresselhouse at second round of Washtenaw points series

Ben Belote won the Mini and Stampede classes while Dan Dresselhouse finished first in the Stock Short Course and 4WD buggy finals, making them the two big winners at the second round of the winter points series at Washtenaw RC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 12:48 p.m. View Comments

Triple win for Lefebvre at ROAR Regionals

XRAY's Ethan Lefebvre won the Modified Stadium Truck, 2WD and 4WD buggy titles at the ROAR Region 9 Championships hosted by Thornhill Racing Circuit.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 11:30 a.m. View Comments

Win an assortment of Dromida vehicles in Hobbico's Best Day Ever photo contest

The funny holiday photo that receives the most votes in Hobbico's Best Day Ever social media contest will win six different Dromida vehicles!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 11:18 a.m. View Comments

New artificial off-road track in Bakersfield, California with exciting layout [VIDEO]

Bakersfield RC - which is located in the same building as a clay oval go-kart track - opens this weekend with the first club race Monday evening.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

New Techra setup wand for touring cars

Techra has introduced this stunning, black-anodized set of machined aluminum touring car setup tools including a bulkhead alignment tool, two droop gauge blocks, two different sizes of droop gauges and a ride height gauge all held together magnetical

Aaron Waldron Nov. 29, 2016, 4:41 p.m. View Comments

Jerome Aigoin split from Kyosho

After ten years of racing for Team Kyosho International, Kyosho Europe has announced that four-time French national champion Jerome Aigoin will be heading somewhere else for the 2017 season.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 29, 2016, 11:21 a.m. View Comments

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