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River Rat Raceway in Florida burglarized Tuesday morning

Two alleged criminals broke into River Rat Raceway in Palatka, FL shortly before 2 AM Tuesday morning, and stole thousands of dollars worth of kits. The facility is looking for any help to get them back.

Aaron Waldron May 27, 2016, 10:48 a.m. View Comments

LMR teased new off-road body

LMR posted an obscured photo hinting at an upcoming off-road buggy shell - what do you think it is?

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 12:32 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Trakpower 4200mAh shorty pack

SDRC Raceway local Jared Galligar put Trakpower's 4200mAh shorty pack to the test over several weeks of club racing - and this is what he thought.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 1:40 p.m. View Comments

Georgia Tech researchers taught AutoRally robot fifth-scale short course truck how to drift - for science! [VIDEO]

Gizmodo presented a feature on the AutoRally Robot, a 1/5-scale short course truck developed in cooperation with researchers at Georgia Tech to develop self-driving technology that may someday be used in full-size vehicles - so that they'll intellige

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 12:03 p.m. View Comments

Weatherholt won both nitro and electric buggy finals at Monsters of the Midwest opener

Pro-Line Racing driver Collin Weatherholt made the most of the 16-hour round trip to Ohio RC Factory by winning both 1/8-scale buggy classes at the first round of the Monsters of the Midwest series.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 11:44 a.m. View Comments

New ProgressiveRC EC5 connector assembly punch

Forget stabbing your hands with screwdrivers - this assembly punch from ProgressiveRC makes assembling EC5 connectors easier and safer.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 8:04 a.m. View Comments

Option parts galore for new VBC Racing WildFire D08 Dynamics Edition

VBC Racing introduced a new version of the WildFire D08 touring car platform called the Dynamics Edition, fitted with optional items like True Big Bore Short shocks as well as items from SMJ and Yaiba Racing.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

Axial officially released SCX10 II 2000 Jeep Cherokee kit [VIDEO]

After a sneak peek at a launch party earlier this week, Axial has made its new SCX10 II kit public - and it will debut with a 2000 Jeep Cherokee body.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 3:17 p.m. View Comments

Watch Pro-Line's new Badlands MX28 rip up the Earth's surface [VIDEO]

With its motocross-inspired tread, the new Badlands MX28 from Pro-Line Racing are the most aggressive 2.8-inch monster truck tires ever made. Watch two equipped monsters tearing terrain!

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 11:22 a.m. View Comments

Fresh batch of ST Racing Concepts Aluminum option parts for the Wraith, RR10 Bomber and Yeti

ST Racing Concepts released four new items that add strength and style to the Wraith, Yeti and RR10 Bomber off-roaders.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 8:35 a.m. View Comments

Behind the scenes - how MIP shock springs are made [VIDEO]

MIP visited contracted manufacturer Centennial Spring Company to show how its shock springs are made. Check it out!

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

Nicolaisen and Karlsen split second round of Norwegian national series

Team Associated's Joakim Nikolaisen beat XRAY's Malin Karlsen in the 2WD in Skien, while Karlsen took the 4WD win to cap off her first national series race in Norway.

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2016, 11 a.m. View Comments

Big buggy-class wins by Sletten and VanDalen highlight MNRC second round

Full Throttle R/C Raceway in Foley held the second round of the seven-race Minnesota Off-Road Racing Series last weekend, and FTR owner Sean VanDalen sent in this race-by-race report of what went down.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 1:47 p.m. View Comments

New Axial SCX10 II launched at private owners party [VIDEO]

Casey Currie Motorsports hosted a get-together for owners of the popular Axial SCX10 trail and scale rig last night - where the new SCX10 II was shown off for the first time. Knight Customs shared the details!

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

RUDDOG machined aluminum clamping servo horns

RUDDOG has released new machined aluminum servo horns that clamp in place, available in three different anodized colors and two different offsets to fit a wide variety of vehicles.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 11:44 a.m. View Comments

New Hobbywing XERUN G2 1/8-scale sensored brushless motors

Hobbywing's new G2 1/8-scale brushless motors use an advanced hall sensing system and a "staggered pole" rotor for improved power delivery and 85% less cogging.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 12:28 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB8 '16 1/8-scale off-road nitro buggy

XRAY has released details of its significantly revised XB8 buggy for the 2016 season, with over 20 new components including the chassis, suspension, driveshafts and more.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

New front sway bar kit for Schumacher CAT K2

Schumacher has developed an optional anti-roll bar assembly for use on the front of its CAT K2 4WD buggy.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 10:06 a.m. View Comments

New Integy Team Edition Deluxe Machined Universal Shock & Tool Stands

Keep your pit area organized with these new double-deck stands from Integy, which use two floors of carbon fiber and anodized aluminum legs to hold an assortment of tools and set of shocks.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 2:56 p.m. View Comments

Awesome 1/32-scale RC10 replica!

British carbon fiber manufacturer Fibre Lyte created a palm-sized replica of the original RC10 buggy that you have to see!

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

6mik Pursuit 1/8-scale buggy tire teaser [VIDEO]

French tire and accessory brand 6mik will soon release a new 1/8-scale buggy tire called the "Pursuit," and have published a short teaser video alluding to its impending release.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

Bayer brothers split second round of Czech Nationals

Martin and Ales Bayer won the 2WD and 4WD finals in Janovice for round two of the Czech 1/10-Scale Buggy Nationals as XRAY dominated, taking the top six spots in 2WD and filling the 4WD A-Final.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 8:26 a.m. View Comments

Libar won wet Luxembourg Touring Car Nationals opener

Team Magic Europe and HRC Distribution driver Jacques Libar survived the rainy conditions - and a battle with his brother - to win the first round of the Luxembourg Nationals at his home track.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

Watch Paul Lemieux build a MOTIV RC M-Code brushless racing motor [VIDEO]

Multi-time national champion Paul Lemieux shows the production build and quality control processes that ensure each MOTIV RC M-Code brushless motor performs to its highest potential.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2016, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

Valander won 2WD and 4WD at Finnish Nationals opener [VIDEO]

EuroRC reported on XRAY driver Joel Valander's double win in Hyvinkää, Finland for the first round of the national championship series, as well as Joona Haatanen's Dash for Cash win. Check out the replays here!

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Mason Eppley

Teenage NorCal-native Mason Eppley went from playing with an RTR rally car to being one of the fastest racers in his area and qualifying for the IFMAR Worlds in just three years. Learn more about Mason in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 3:11 p.m. View Comments

New H-Speed molded carbon fiber chassis for B5M

Austrian accessory brand H-Speed has developed a lightweight carbon fiber chassis plate to fit the B5M.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 1:54 p.m. View Comments

Carels won Regional Brushless Cup in Netherlands

New Intech Racing recruit Marcel Pinkster earned the runner-up spot in his debut race with the BR-6E, finishing behind overall winner Patrick Carels.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 8:04 a.m. View Comments

Jones finished second behind Phend at TARCAR Nitro vs Electric Shootout

Tyler Jones battled his way to a runner-up finish behind Dakotah Phend at the Nitro vs. Electric Shootout at TARCAR in Toledo, OH - and he didn't mince words about how he's been treated by former teammates.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

Adam Drake shows how to use one Mugen Seiki starter box for two vehicles [VIDEO]

Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake shows off his personal starter box, which he has configured to easily start both his buggy and truck.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 8:12 a.m. View Comments

Krens captured top spot at second round of Dutch Nationals

Robert Krens conquered the rainy conditions and won round two of the Dutch touring car Nationals in Hague, while Team Magic Europe driver Rob Janssen finished second.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

XRAY celebrated 1/12-Scale Euros domination with highlight reel [VIDEO]

XRAY drivers Alexander Hagberg, Hupo Honigl, and Matej Benda earned European Championships in the Modified, Stock and Junior 1/12-Scale categories at HUDY Racing Arena last month, so they put together this video to honor the accomplishments.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

Watch Pro-Line's new BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 1.9" crawler tire in action [VIDEO]

Pro-Line's latest officially-licensed BFGoodrich tires get put to the test in this super-scale off-roading montage.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 3:59 p.m. View Comments

Selman, Callegari and Stendler won second round of TopRC Track Masters series in Croatia

XRAY reported on the round two of the TopRC Track Masters series, hosted by the Ayrton Senna track in Zagreb, where team drivers Fabio Callegari and Jernej Vuga Stendler won the GT and 1/8-scale finals.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 4:15 p.m. View Comments

New LMR '27' buggy rear wing and carbon plate stiffening plate

Lee Martin's LMR brand has introduced a new Lexan rear wing for 1/10-scale buggies as well as a carbon fiber wing stiffener that fits the YZ-2 and YZ-4 buggies.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2016, 12:10 p.m. View Comments

New Fenix Racing DFV2 brushless stock-class racing motors

Italian boutique kit and accessory manufacturer Fenix Racing has released a second-generation brushless racing motor lineup for 13.5- and 21.5-spec classes.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2016, 3:41 p.m. View Comments

Darkside Designs spray mask [VIDEO]

This spray-on liquid mask from Darkside Designs, pro painter of star racers like Dakotah Phend and Ryan Cavalieri, makes it easy for anyone to create stunning schemes of their own.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2016, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

ARRMA NERO 60-mph monster truck with Diff Brain [VIDEO]

After weeks of teasers and slowly released info, ARRMA has introduced the new NERO monster truck - with eight videos showing off its brushless power and innovative technology.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2016, 11:04 a.m. View Comments

Rocket-powered RC car set new world record [VIDEO]

Tony Lovering drove his custom-made, rocket-powered Black Hybrid Knight RC car to 210.11 mph - setting a new world record. The Daily Mail in the UK covered the story.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2016, 12:45 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How would you describe your driving skill level?

Are you a career Novice mid-packer, Expert-class blowout or the Greatest of All Time? Tell us how you'd best describe your racing talent in this week's poll.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2016, 1:52 p.m. View Comments

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