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Hovgaard and Gosvig crowned Danish 2WD and 4WD national champions

Yokomo's Frederik Hovgaard and XRAY team driver Mike Gosvig were awarded the Danish 2WD and 4WD national championships after seven rounds of competition.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 9, 2016, 11:44 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts S2 body and Aero wing for XB2 buggy

JConcepts has introduced its Worlds-winning S2 body and new Aero wing for the latest XB2 platform.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 8:24 a.m. View Comments

New Kyosho DBX VE 2.0 and Inferno VE 2.0 Readyset buggies

Kyosho has revamped its brushless-powered buggy brothers, the larger-than-1/10-scale DBX and MP9-derived Inferno VE.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

New DE Racing Speedway SC wheels

Are you itching to convert your short course truck for some left-turn-only oval action? DE Racing has you covered with the new Speedway SC wheels.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 11:15 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: RL's Power Supplies Hitec 12-volt 75-amp DC power supply

Joe hooked up a couple of chargers to the lower-end unit from RL's Power Supplies for a day at the track - and came back with heaps of praise.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 2:42 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: REDS Racing preparing special Worlds-only engine

A photo on Elliott Boots' Facebook page showed only a glimpse of a REDS Racing engine that team drivers will use at the IFMAR Worlds in Las Vegas - and perhaps never again.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 12:20 p.m. View Comments

Huge Redcat Racing 1/5-scale Clawback RTR crawler

Redcat Racing has introduced its new 1/5-scale RTR crawler called the Clawback - you're going to need to find a bigger trail!

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

New MIP lightweight Race top shaft for B6 and B6D

With 30% narrower teeth and an 18% weight reduction, the new Race top shaft for the B6 and B6D from MIP is a must for stock racers.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

New HB Racing RGT8 1/8-scale nitro GT on-road car

HB Racing has introduced a new 1/8-scale nitro on-road car built off the D815 buggy and designed for the growing GT class.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 1:05 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing aluminum Micro RS4 steering hubs and Mini-8IGHT big-bore motor mount

The two newest option parts from Exotek Racing include stronger, more stylish front hubs for the Micro RS4 and new motor mount for the Mini 8IGHT platform that's ready to accept more power.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 8:54 a.m. View Comments

New Samix titanium link set for SCX10 II

Samix has introduced a full set of titanium suspension links to outfit the SCX10 II scale rig.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 8, 2016, 8:45 a.m. View Comments

New Team Trinity vintage Monster Horsepower and white 24K gold team shirts

Trinity has released two new tees - a new white version of the 24K Gold team shirt, and one with the old-school Monster Horsepower logo.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 9:43 a.m. View Comments

Entries for 2017 Dirt Nitro Challenge now open

The 2017 Dirt Nitro Challenge will once again be limited to a certain number of sign-ups for the 1/8-scale portion, and a U4-class will be added to the 1/10-scale track! Sign up now so you're not left out.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 4:32 p.m. View Comments

Jefferies, Finlay and Booker crowned BTCC champs [VIDEO]

Schumacher's Elliott Harper won KO Propo GP in West London, which served as the final round of the BTCC series, but it was Olly Jefferies who captured the title. Meanwhile, Zak Finlay and Daniel Booker wrapped up the 13.5 and 17.5 titles with wins at

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 8:52 a.m. View Comments

Perez, Rioja and de la Calle won Spanish Electric On-Road National Championships

XRAY's David Perez and Ivan de la Calle won the Modified Touring and F1 overall titles after the final round in Bilbao, while Chica Rioja locked up the Stock Touring championship.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 9:27 a.m. View Comments

Drake describes fuel filter tip [VIDEO]

Adam Drake doesn't actually use the filter element inside the Mugen Seiki Racing fuel filter, but he does use thread lock and silicone to prevent air leaks.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri, Evans and Jenson won Surf City Classic

Team Orion drivers Ryan Cavalieri, Dustin Evans and David Jenson combined to win all five premier Modified classes at OCRC Raceway's Surf City Classic.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 11:34 a.m. View Comments

New Race Ready Products TQ Clean and TQ Shine sprays

These two new items from Race Ready Products, TQ Clean and TQ Shine, make it easy to get your rig showroom-ready.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

Legue, Burton, Rippee, Hart and Gentz won MSCS fourth round

710 Raceway in Okemus, Michigan hosted round four of the Michigan State Championship Series, where Mike Legue, Doug Burton, Bradley Rippee, R.J. Hart and Ken Gentz won the five classes who competed amidst the rain.

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

New Serpent Cobra SRX8 pro shock sets and lightened steel spur gears

Serpent's new pro shocks for the Cobra SRX8 buggy specially coated shock shafts and caps, while the lightened spur gears are available in 47- and 48-tooth counts.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 12:49 p.m. View Comments

New Corally shock oil and diff syrup ranges, sneak peek at prototype SSX12 1/12-scale car

Corally has introduced new silicone shock and diff oil assortments, as well as released two pictures of its upcoming SSX12 1/12-scale racer entering the final stages of development.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 2:08 p.m. View Comments

Ongaro won the E-Buggy national championship in Italy

LRP electronics powered young Mugen Seiki driver Davide Ongaro to the Italian E-Buggy title, as he won the tiebreaker after the triple A-Mains.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 7, 2016, 1:34 p.m. View Comments

McBride, Savoya and Peters won Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship [VIDEO]

Despite the threat of rain in Liaoyang City, China, the inaugural Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship by Scotty Ernst Productions finished up after two rounds of qualifying and the finals which crowned winners in three different categories - Kyle M

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

Yokomo's Martin Hofer shows how to prepare plastic pieces for building [VIDEO]

Team Yokomo driver Martin Hofer has launched a new video series detailing a kit build with a first episode that shows how to prepare plastic components for initial construction.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity Equalizer brushless spec racing motors

Trinity's new Equalizer 17.5-turn motors feature a "tamper-proof" sticker that discourages opening the motor, deterring cheaters from taking advantage of spec-class rules.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 9:20 a.m. View Comments

Drake dominated fourth round of Pro-Line Jackpot Series

Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake set the fastest time in both rounds of qualifying at Dialed In Raceway and then won the final by over two laps.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 3:50 p.m. View Comments

Pro-Line's Ambush 1/25-scale RTR rock crawler tours Pro-Line Racing office [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing has introduced the Ambush, a 1/25-scale RTR rock crawler that's perfect for climbing around the office. Watch the Ambush crawl through PL headquarters - then stay for a replay of a panel discussion with four team members about the sho

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 3 p.m. View Comments

New ST Racing Concepts SCX10 II suspension and steering link kits and pairs

Are you building up a new rock rig? ST Racing Concepts now offers its assortment of anodized aluminum suspension and steering links for the SCX10 II in a complete kit, as well as individual pairs.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 1:36 p.m. View Comments

AKA scored big wins in Sweden, Iowa and California

AKA team drivers David Ronnefalk, Derek Wood, Derek Stephansen and Kyle Turner won races around the world last weekend.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

New photos of Kyosho's re-release of the Turbo Scorpion [GALLERY]

Kyosho Taiwan published an assortment of images showing off the revamp of the 1980s Turbo Scorpion racer, as well as the expected release date of November.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 12:59 p.m. View Comments

BBR Carbon Products launched with shock towers, mud guards and more

Racers Andrew Horniman and Andrew Rizzo have launched BBR Carbon Products with a few carbon fiber shock tower and mud guard options for popular 1/8-scale vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 12:37 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax black-golden car stand for 1/12-scale and F1 cars

First seen at the IFMAR Worlds in Beijing, Arrowmax now offers a black-golden anodized version of its car stand for 1/12-scale and Formula 1 cars.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 6, 2016, 4:24 p.m. View Comments

New MIP Puck outdrives for B6/5-Series gear diff

With MIP's new outdrives for the B6 and 5-Series gear differential, you can install your choice of Puck or Roller drivetrain.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

Kilic's first ever German Nationals round win locked up second overall

Nemo Racing's 12-year-old off-road racing sensation Burak Kilic won the German Nationals finale last weekend, notching his first career victory and clinching second overall for the 2016 season.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 8:12 a.m. View Comments

VBC Racing signed Marc Fischer

Less than a week after wrapping up the IFMAR ISTC World Championships in China, Marc Fischer has joined the VBC Racing team.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

Kicking off the inaugural Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship in China

The Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship drew some of the fastest off-road racers from around the world, as well as regions spreading across China, to compete on one of the world's most magnificent tracks. Check out this photo montage from opening c

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 1:37 p.m. View Comments

New VRP aluminum center diff brace for RC8B3

Vision Racing Products has introduced a machined aluminum center diff brace for the RC8B3 that reduces flex for more consistent braking performance. http://www.liverc.com/news/new_products/12817-New_VRP_aluminum_center_diff_brace_for_RC8B3/

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

Sneak peek at upcoming Pro-Line Racing Hyrax crawler tire

The graphic artist from Pro-Line Racing shared a look at this new tread pattern in the company's official Facebook fan page.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 10:36 a.m. View Comments

Valles, Jeric, Zhang and Smith earned tickets to Japan at Tamiya Championship Series finals [VIDEO]

Eight champions were crowned at the Tamiya Championship Series finals at Tamiya America Raceway, and four of them will compete at the World Championships in Japan in November!

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 11:20 a.m. View Comments

Kyosho to re-release Turbo Scorpion 2WD buggy

As first reported by Japanese site RC Monkey, the 2WD Turbo Scorpion buggy will be Kyosho's next re-release.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 2, 2016, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

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