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Record setting attendance at the Team Associated HobbyPLEX Summer Series Rd.4

Round 4 of The Team Associated Summer Series at the Plex took place Saturday, July 13. Despite the heat and unbearable Midwestern humidity, another new attendance record was set with 158 entries. Just like the previous rounds, the intensity rose to a

Mike Garrison July 24, 2013, 6:27 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases new "Striker" design travelling roller bag

The much anticipated, conveniently sized, versatile bag with rollers and extendable handle by JConcepts.

Mike Garrison July 24, 2013, 6:20 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases the Dirt Nitro Challenge winning "Metrix" 1:8 buggy tire

Straight out of the JConcepts development department is a brand-new, clean slate 1:8 buggy tire design. The Metrix, debuted during the 2012 IFMAR World Championships and used to victory during the 2013 Dirt Nitro Challenge, utilizes a stacked center

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 5:32 a.m. View Comments

A Main Hobbies announces ROAR 1:10 Nats Stock Class and IFMAR 1:10 Offroad World Championship spec tires

A Main Hobbies has announced today the official spec tires for the upcoming ROAR 1:10 Offroad Nationals stock classes, and the IFMAR 1:10 Offroad World Championship set to be held at Silver Dollar Raceway.

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 5:45 a.m. View Comments

Scott Furtado wins at Round 2 of the Summer Triple Crown Series

Another great weekend at Maximus Raceway, Round 2 out of 3 of the Summer Triple Crown Series. Scott Furtado was able to win Pro2 and Pro4 with Tekin.

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

Trinity CEO claims a product that will "change the way you race R/C cars" is coming soon

While browsing this afternoon's Twitter feed, we saw a very interesting tweet from Trinity CEO, Ernie Provetti. It would appear as though there is something new brewing at the Trinity headquarters, but the question remains, what is it? Provetti claim

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

Savox releases new 540 sensored competition brushless motors

Savox USA has announced their new 540 sensored competition series brushless motors, and are designed for superior power and throttle control. The lightweight design and cooling vents are designed to help create efficient air flow and lower temperatur

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 5:38 a.m. View Comments

Axial releases new BFGoodrich licensed tires and Trail Ready HD wheels

Axial Racing has just launched their latest lineup of wheels and tires designed to fit the popular Axial Wraith, AX10, and SCX10 vehicles.

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 6:53 a.m. View Comments

JJ Wang wins with Mugen at the 2013 Timezone Nitro Cup

Mugen Seiki Factory Driver JJ Wang wins both 1/10 Sedan Class and 1/8 GP On Road at the 2013 Timezone Nitro Cup in Battle Ground, Washington.

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 8 a.m. View Comments

Wednesday Round Up!

Don't have time to check the R/C world for news every day? Check in on Wednesdays to see highlights of the biggest product releases, news stories, and race results from the past 7 days!

Mike Garrison July 23, 2013, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

Exotek Racing releases new XRAY XB4 hop-up parts

Exotek Racing has launched their new battery straps, steering rack, and CVD covers for the XRAY XB4 buggy.

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 6:39 a.m. View Comments

JP Richards wins with TLR at the Ohio State Championships

This past weekend Sparks R/C Raceway hosted the Ohio State Championships. Team Losi Racing driver, JP Richards, was on hand and ready to do battle with his TLR22 buggy. Richards took his buggy to victory winning the 2wd Modified Buggy class!

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases new B4.2 carbon fiber steering rack

JConcepts has pulled another option out from under their design sleeves with a genuine Carbon Fiber steering rack and hardware kit.

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 5:40 a.m. View Comments

STRC releases new Axial Wraith aluminum hop-up parts

To make your Wraith stand out from the rest with a one of a kind look, STRC is introducing a very limited amount of red anodized parts package. All parts are manufactured with top grade aluminum material with precision CNC machining.

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 8:46 a.m. View Comments

Lucas Sanford doubles down at the TLR Offroad Grand Prix Series opener

In the 25 minute A-Main Lucas got out to a great start, losing the lead briefly only when pitting. He would regained the lead when the competition pitted, holding it for the entire race.

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 11:39 a.m. View Comments

Talk-It-Up Tuesday with TLR's Todd Hodge

While the racers may take the team to victory on the track, there are a lot of very important people working behind the scenes to develop and create these race winning machines. Today, we sit down with successful racer, and TLR's very important perso

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 8:16 a.m. View Comments

Sweep Racing releases new "CUBIX" 1:8 buggy tire

The new tire is a combination of existing Sweep tires. The tread pattern is a mixture of Star Trek and Square Armor tire, while the carcass is based off of the Micro Contacts and Double Action tires. Designed to be used in those long main events, and

Mike Garrison July 22, 2013, 6:09 a.m. View Comments

HPI Racing releases the new E10 Drift Vaughn Gittin Jr. replica RTR

Introducing the HPI E10 with a perfect replica of Vaughn Gittin Jr.’s Monster Energy Nitto Tire 2013 Ford Mustang RTR!

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 5:54 a.m. View Comments

Serpent releases new S411 series motor mount for stock class racing

Serpent has just released the all-new V3 aluminum motor mount for the S411 series of touring cars. The new V3 design caters to stock class racers, as the standard motor mount can be slightly tricky to work with when changing spur gears, pinions, and

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:01 a.m. View Comments

Gerhard Kandelhart wins at the Austrian Onroad Nationals Rd.4

After taking the TQ in qualifying with his Velox V10 Pro, he had no problem bumping up from the semi-final to the main final. In the final he quickly built up a lead pulled away from the rest of the field. After 45 minutes he crossed the finishing li

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:11 a.m. View Comments

TLR releases new aluminum rear hubs for the 22T and 22 SCT

TLR has just released their new aluminum rear hubs for the 22T and 22SCT lineup. These hubs, like those available for the 22 buggy, are designed to increase durability, style, and performance. In an effort to keep the aluminum hubs light weight, TLR

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:37 a.m. View Comments

AKA releases new tire gluing bands and tire gluing kit

AKA has released today their new tire bands and tire gluing kit for 1:10 and 1:8 vehicles. When used in conjunction with their Tire Prep Cloth (sold separately), AKA has everything you need to easily glue up your wheels and tires like the pros!

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:14 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases new carbon fiber accessories for the Mugen MBX-7

One of the most popular vehicle platforms on the market now has Carbon Fiber options by JConcepts. Back in the design lab, the JConcepts team went to work with 4 and 5mm Carbon Fiber material to better outfit and shed some weight from the World Champ

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:22 a.m. View Comments

DJ Apolaro wins nitro touring car at the 2013 Copa Mitad Del Mundo

Team PROTOform’s DJ Apolaro recently went all the way down to Ecuador to race in a Nitro Sedan Race called the Copa Mitad Del Mundo. He was able to set a new track lap time record and win the A-Main final, using a PROTOform P56-N race body!

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 6:34 a.m. View Comments

Moment with Mike: "The Road to Onroad" - Part 3

Mike makes his way to the local track to officially begin his journey in onroad racing!

Mike Garrison July 19, 2013, 8:46 a.m. View Comments

Ty Tessman and Cody King sign on board with the Team Orion electric team

Tessman and King on board just in time for the IFMAR 1:10 World Championships!

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 5:43 a.m. View Comments

Hobby-Pro USA releases new heavy duty servo arms

Hobby-Pro USA has just released their new heavy duty servo arms. The new CNC servo horns are machined with high grade aluminum, and feature internal locking screws to provide added security. Available in 23T, 24T and 25T splines.

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 6:15 a.m. View Comments

XRAY releases the all-new XB9E electric 1:8 buggy

XRAY racers worldwide are celebrating today as XRAY has officially announced the release of the XRAY XB9E electric 1:8 buggy. The XB9E is packed with new features building off of, and replacing, the successful 808E buggy. No longer is it necessary to

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 5:48 a.m. View Comments

VP-Pro USA announces new "Impulse" indoor 1:8 buggy tire

VP-Pro USA has announced the Impulse 1:8 buggy tire has made its way to America! Designed for indoor offroad use and available in super soft, soft, and premounts.

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 6:22 a.m. View Comments

Adam Drake takes two at the JBRL Nitro Series Round 4

Drake takes his TLR vehicles to victory in both Pro Truggy and Electric 1:8 Buggy!

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 6:36 a.m. View Comments

RACE COVERAGE: 2013 Hot Rod Shootout

The heat of summer has arrived and that can only mean one thing, the Hot Rod Shootout! The LiveRC crew has packed our bags and made our way to Hot Rod Hobbies in sunny Saugus, California. This legendary event has once again brought out some of t

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 6:50 a.m. View Comments

Bustamante and Miller win with Tekin at the Top Notch Summer Series Rd.2

In Open Mod Buggy, Bustamante got a clean start and lead the main tone to tone with his Tekin RS Gen2 Redline Gen2 8.5 powered TLR 22. Tekin teammate Chris Miller would win the A-main in the 4wd Mod buggy class with his Tekin RS Pro Redline Gen 2 pow

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 12:43 p.m. View Comments

Video: Dave Enstrom introduces the DE Racing R/C Setup Wheel System

Our friend Dave Enstrom, of DE Racing, has shared a video with us today introducing the innovative new DE Racing R/C Setup Wheel System. This new system makes setting up your car easy, accurate, and simple.

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

"Smiley" Henn goes for the win at the RC Pro Series South Division Rd.3

Brian Henn wins the Pro4 class at Speed Monkey R/C using his Tekin powered TLR SCTE 2.0!

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 10:58 a.m. View Comments

Pro-Line on top of the field at the ROAR Region 10 Championships

Pro-Line wins three at the ROAR Region 10 Championships at Full Throttle Hobbies and Raceway.

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 7:42 a.m. View Comments

Weekend Bump-Start!

Everybody needs a bump start to their weekend, and LiveRC has just that with all of the races and events taking place this upcoming weekend!

Mike Garrison July 18, 2013, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

Gene Hickerson takes the INTECH ER-12 buggy to victory in Florida

VP-Pro USA's Gene Hickerson takes TQ and 1st Place at Round 1 of the new Electric Florida State Series held at SS Raceway in Tampa, FL. Hickerson drove the pre-production INTECH Racing ER-12 Pro Buggy in the 1/10th 2wd Mod class to a TQ in both round

Mike Garrison July 17, 2013, 5:58 a.m. View Comments

Island Hardware and Supply hosts the 10th Annual R/C Challenge X (with video)

We have received a very cool race report today from the Orcas Island, Washington. This is not your typical R/C racing event, and is in fact one of the most unique events we have seen. A local hardware store shows their appreciation for customers, and

Mike Garrison July 17, 2013, 6:19 a.m. View Comments

VP-Pro USA introduces the new "Formula 1" 1:8 buggy and truggy wing

VP-Pro USA has just announced the all-new 1:8 buggy Formula 1 wing. This high down-force up air wing is designed to provide maximum high speed stability for all 1:8th scale buggies and trucks.

Mike Garrison July 17, 2013, 6:43 a.m. View Comments

CVRC gets set to kick off the 2013 TLR Grand Prix Series

This Saturday, July 20th kicks off the TLR Grand Prix Series begins at CVRC. The TLR Grand Prix Series is a five race series that will determine CVRC's top drivers!

Mike Garrison July 17, 2013, 6:50 a.m. View Comments

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