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BREAKING: Team Associated confirmed new 4WD buggy with first prototype photos

Just as they did back in April with the B6 and B6D, Team Associated shared two pictures of a 3D-printed prototype of an upcoming 4WD buggy on their Facebook page.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 5:24 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Team Associated preparing to introduce new 4WD buggy - the B44.5?

Electric off-road racing fans have been itching for news about the long-rumored update to Team Associated's multi-time IFMAR World Champion B44 platform - and now there's a placeholder page on the Associated website. Is this the real deal? Or just fo

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 2:12 p.m. View Comments

New brand 175RC launched with lineup of accessories

A new company called 175RC started up in Southern California this week with a variety of items - including lightweight ceramic diff hardware, hybrid aluminum/polymer pinion gears, brass tuning weights that fit into the machined channels of the B6 cha

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 3:57 p.m. View Comments

MIP Super Ball Diff for vintage Tamiya off-road vehicles

MIP is preparing to release a Super Ball Diff to fit the re-released Blackfoot and Super Beetle, which can also be adapted to the Subaru Brat, Lancia Rally and Frog.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

Watch the Traxxas Summit bomb down a flight of stairs [VIDEO]

Get mesmerized by the long-travel suspension of the Traxxas Summit oscillating during this descent of a big flight of beachside stairs in this new action clip.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 12:14 p.m. View Comments

New HB Racing E817 1/8-scale electric buggy kit

HB Racing has introduced the E817 E-Buggy kit that David Ronnefalk drove to the Euros title in prototype form - now ready for release!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2016, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Trever Adamo [VIDEO]

In this week's Talk It Up Tuesday, SoCal off-road racing veteran and 2000 Reedy Race Open 2WD/4WD Open winner Trever Adamo chatted about his racing career, how the industry has changed, designing his own 4-Link RC monster truck racing chassis and mor

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 3:12 p.m. View Comments

Shepherd introduced new 2017-spec Velox F1

After a strong first season for Shepherd's first entry into the growing formula category, the new Velox F1 for the 2016-2017 season includes changes to the front suspension for improved handling.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

New Zealand 1/8-scale off-road action mash-up [VIDEO]

Dream Media caught up with Shane O'Conner, Shane Mangu and Sam McCreanor during the South Island Champs at Harewood Radio Controlled Car Club in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 12:42 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts 1.9-inch Torch aluminum beadlock wheels with brass weights

JConcepts has introduced a new Torch 6-spoke aluminum beadlock wheel design that includes brass weights for additional traction and stability.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 3:45 p.m. View Comments

New FX engines short-medium header for .21 engines

FX Engines has introduced a new short length, medium-radius exhaust manifold for .21 engines that provides a broad range of power, making it useful for tracks of varying sizes.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy updated brass LiPo weight set

Reedy made changes to the brass LiPo weight set the brand introduced earlier this year, changing the mass of each piece as well as laser-etching the value and Reedy logo right on top.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

New ARRMA Outcast and NERO Fazon 6S-powered RTR monster trucks [VIDEO]

ARRMA has introduced two new brushless-powered ready-to-run monster trucks capable of breaking 60 mph and topped with two very different body styles.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

New SAMi Products wall-mounted car stands

SAMi Products has introduced a space-saving car storage option that can be mounted in your garage or work room, race trailer or work pit area.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 4:01 p.m. View Comments

New Viking Design Works 3D-printed front wing for D216 buggy

Viking Design Works has introduced a new 3D-printed front wing for the D216 buggy that bolts directly to the front shock tower.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 11:28 a.m. View Comments

Speed Secrets racing advice book by Aussie champ Ryan Maker

Three-time Australian national touring car champion Ryan Maker published new book of racing tips called Speed Secrets covering everything from building your kit to making adjustments to suit track conditions

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 11:22 a.m. View Comments

Tebo topped JConcepts Winter Indoor Shootout and Invitational

Kyosho's Jared Tebo dominated the JConcepts Winter Indoor Shootout and Invitational at Fastlane Raceway, winning both the combined 2WD/4WD Invitational portion as well as the stadium truck main event.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber optional chassis for Serpent SRX-2 MH buggy

Serpent has introduced an optional carbon fiber chassis for its brand new SRX-2 MH 2WD buggy, which is lighter and flexes more than the standard aluminum plate.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 3:08 p.m. View Comments

POLL: On average, how many times per month do you race?

Are you strictly a weekend warrior, or do you hit the track several times per week? Tell us the average number of times you race each month.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 1:08 p.m. View Comments

Two wins each for Ferris, Remington and Stanley at Washtenaw RC Raceway points series opener

Over 130 entries packed into the indoor off-road track at Washtenaw RC Raceway for the first round of the 2016-17 winter points series, where Kenny Ferris, Forrest Remington and Conner Stanley combined to win six of the ten classes.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 3:39 p.m. View Comments

22 Empire apparel now available from GS Hobby

Remember that obscured teaser image JR Mitch shared last month touting a potential new release exciting to Team Losi Racing owners? Now you can pick up a t-shirt, sweatshirt or hat representing the 22 Empire from GSHobby!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 2:12 p.m. View Comments

Double win for Drake at second round of Top Notch Series

Revelation Raceway hosted the second round of the Top Notch Series this past weekend, and Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake won both the Truck and Buggy finals from the TQ spot on the grid.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 12:05 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC low-profile Graphene Pro LiPo pack for touring cars

Arrowmax RC has introduced its first LiPo battery made with graphene chemistry, stuffed into a low-profile case and built to provide the power needed for high-level touring car racing.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 7:51 a.m. View Comments

ROAR to lower 1/8-scale truck minimum weight for 2017 season

As of January 1, ROAR will mandate a lower minimum weight limit for the 1/8-scale nitro and electric truck classes.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 12:51 p.m. View Comments

Tekno RC's Billy Fischer on using video games as practice for RC racing

Tekno RC driver Billy Fischer recently picked up a PS4 and the game Project Cars - and found many similarities between playing online and racing RC cars.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

Team Magic's E6 III BES full-option brushless-powered monster truck now available RTR

The Team Magic E6 III BES - or Bird Eating Spider - is loaded with hop-up items, powered by big brushless power., and now available as a complete ready-to-run.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 8:03 a.m. View Comments

Jerome Aigoin outdueled brother Yannick to win Pierrefeu GP

REDS Racing driver Jerome Aigoin battled brother Yannick for the 45-minute final to take the Pierrefeu GP victory.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 7:42 a.m. View Comments

Dublin Model Car Club to host two-round Pink Tie Cup charity event

The Dublin Model Car Club indoor off-road track is preparing for a two-race series, held in November and then February, to benefit Aoibheanns Pink Tie - the national children's cancer charity of Ireland.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 7:28 a.m. View Comments

Save 10% on most items during Absolute Hobbyz Cyber November sale

Can't wait until Cyber Monday to get your shopping done? Absolute Hobbyz is offering a sale all month long!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 3:02 p.m. View Comments

New HARD Racing Magellan hauler bag with internal plastic box

Team Magic Europe has introduced a new Magellan bag from HARD Racing that has an internal plastic box large enough to carry a monster truck.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The funniest RC car industry press release of all-time

Ten years ago this week, Team Magic introduced the first-ever E4 touring car - the monster in the fluffy clouds. You simply have to read this.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 1:25 p.m. View Comments

How to fill and set up Pro-Line's new Ultra Reservoir crawler shocks [VIDEO]

Watch this clip for a step-by-step explanation showing every detail of the process to build the new Pro-Line Racing Ultra Reservoir shocks for your scale rig.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 2:48 p.m. View Comments

2017-spec XRAY X1 formula racer coming soon

XRAY has published a teaser image of the upcoming XRAY X1 2017 ahead of its impending release.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 8:11 a.m. View Comments

Ronnefalk signed with Arrowmax

Arrowmax RC has added IFMAR world champion David Ronnefalk to its team of star drivers using the brand's tools and accessories.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 8:43 a.m. View Comments

New Fantom Racing FR-1 V2T and V2R spec motors [VIDEO]

Fantom Racing has introduced new 10.5- through 25.5-turn spec class variants of the FR-1 brushless racing motors that can be customized with 11 different tuning options - including V2T and V2R stators designed for maximum torque or higher rpm.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 1:05 p.m. View Comments

New Reedy Zappers shorty packs for Modified racing

Reedy has introduced two new high-capacity shorty LiPo packs specifically intended for racing in demanding modified classes.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

Wang signed with Sweep Racing

Newly-crowned U.S. 1/8-scale and 200mm nitro on-road national champion JJ Wang has joined the Sweep Racing team to use the brand's products and assist with the development of new items.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 11:19 a.m. View Comments

Pittman picked up stock touring car title at Big Chill

The Stock Touring Car class at this year's Big Chill used handout motors to ensure an even playing field, and XRAY's Luke Pittman outpaced the field to earn TQ and the win.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 2:25 p.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing BullDog pre-mounted 1/8-scale buggy tires

HRC Racing has introduced an aggressive new BullDog tire for 1/8-scale buggies mounted to a five-spoke black wheel.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 7:53 a.m. View Comments

New Yokomo BD8 touring car carrying bag

Yokomo Europe has introduced a new drawstring carrying bag for touring cars wearing the logo of the 2016 IFMAR ISTC World Champion BD8-2017.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 3:40 p.m. View Comments

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