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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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Watch the ARRMA Fury tear through a park [VIDEO]

This new action clip from Hobbico's Keep It RC channel shows an ARRMA Fury short course truck blasting through lush lawns and jumping pedestrian paths.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 4 p.m. View Comments

Team C America now accepting sponsorship applications

Interested in racing for Team C America next season? Here's how you can apply!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2016, 2:54 p.m. View Comments

Mannequin Challenge tour through Horizon Hobby headquarters [VIDEO]

A remarkably well-done video following the "mannequin challenge" viral Internet trend shows off the offices, service department and warehouse at Horizon Hobby.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 3:57 p.m. View Comments

Hobby Action to host inaugural Desert Classic next spring

Hobby Action in Chandler, Arizona has announced its plans for an indoor electric off-road race in March 2017.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 9, 2016, 12:23 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake show how to curl servo wires [VIDEO]

In his latest how-to video, Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake shows how he curls the leads on his Hitec servos to keep them tidy.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

Awesome viewer video mash-up from Keep It RC [VIDEO]

Hobbico's Keep It RC channel has been asking viewers to send in their clips of RC action by land, sea and air - and now they've published their first compilation. Did your shot make the cut?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 1:12 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Come Drive With Us episode from Axialfest [VIDEO]

The latest mini-documentary in the Pro-Line Racing Come Drive With Us series shows off the biggest surface RC event on earth - Axialfest.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 12:29 p.m. View Comments

VP Racing Fuels launched new website

VP Racing Fuels, which produces race-winning VP PowerMaster RC fuels, has published a totally fresh look on the web.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

Team Tekin is looking for drivers for the 2017 season

If you meet the requirements to join Team Tekin's roster of drivers, they want to hear from you!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 1:41 p.m. View Comments

Cottage Grove R/C Raceway to host seventh annual Northwest Invitational

Here are all the details regarding the seventh annual Northwest Invitational at Cottage Grove R/C Raceway in Oregon.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 3:44 p.m. View Comments

Watch Lutz show how to build Tekno RC's shocks emulsion-style [VIDEO]

Watch Tekno RC team driver Ryan Lutz show how to modify composite shock caps to build emulsion-style shocks, which are more consistent on rough tracks and provide better cornering support.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

Dickerson dropped from Mugen Seiki

After a three-year partnership that included several regional race wins and a Juniors podium finish at the 2015 Nationals, Noah Dickerson announced that Mugen Seiki opted not to renew his contract for 2017.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

Skidmore signed with Yokomo

Mibosport announced that British off-road racer Joni Skidmore will race the YZ-2 and YZ-4 buggies as a member of the Yokomo team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 10:02 a.m. View Comments

Leadfinger Racing looking to add team drivers for 2017

Leadfinger Racing is accepting sponsorship applications to join its team for the 2017 season through the end of November.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 11:18 a.m. View Comments

SOAR Racing USA is looking for the next RC superstar

Do you have what it takes to be a star? SOAR Racing is looking for qualified applicants looking to join the newest pro RC racing team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2016, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

Turner teamed up with HB Racing [VIDEO] [UPDATED]

After competing last season as a privateer, SoCal off-road hotshoe Cody Turner has joined the HB Racing squad - watch his new D216 burning laps at Rain Man's Hobby and Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2016, 2:17 p.m. View Comments

Eds RC and Hobby November indoor race schedule

The indoor off-road and oval season has started at Eds RC & Hobby in Parkersburg, WV - here's a schedule of their race and practice days for the month of November.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2016, 1:59 p.m. View Comments

Join the JQ Racing team for the 2017 season

JQ Racing is looking to establish a local presence in your area - do you have what it takes to serve as a local JQ Racing sales agent?

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

AKA Products is now accepting resumes for 2017 season

Are you interested in joining AKA Products' world championship-winning team? Here's how you can apply.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2016, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

Team Orion now accepting sponsorship applications for 2017

Newly-crowned world champion Team Orion is inviting drivers to apply for a spot on their star-studded racing team for the 2017 season.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2016, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

Triton RC looking for 2017 team drivers

Are you looking to make a change to your nitro racing program? Submit your resume now for a chance to run Triton RC's engines as part of the brand's official team!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2016, 9:40 a.m. View Comments

Watch Cradock show how to change engine bearings and install a throttle return band [VIDEO]

In this new RC Toys for Boys how-to video, Elliott Boots' mechanic Mike Cradock demonstrates the process for changing bearings and installing a throttle return band on a carburetor using a REDS Racing engine.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

Kyosho America is looking for team drivers for 2017

Are you interested in joining the Kyosho America team for the 2017 season? Here's how to apply.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 12:44 p.m. View Comments

OCRC Raceway owner Robert Black's response to Motorhead RC Raceway closure

After the former owner of Motorhead RC Raceway talked about his reasons for the track shutting its doors, OCRC Raceway proprietor Robert Black chimed in on the discussion with some great points from a competitor's perspective - and it's something tha

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 3:08 p.m. View Comments

ARRMA Granite BLX monster truck skate park session [VIDEO]

Count the back flips the ARRMA Granite BLX pulls off in this quick Keep It RC by Hobbico clip.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:46 a.m. View Comments

New RC Crew Chief version 4.3 comes with seven pre-installed models and open-ended trial period

Curious about trying out RC Crew Chief setup software? There's never been a better time than with the latest version, which has seven pre-installed vehicles to cover the most popular racing classes and an unlimited trial period.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 1:46 p.m. View Comments

Mugen Seiki Racing accepting sponsorship applications for 2017 season

Are you interested in joining the Mugen Seiki Racing team alongside national champions Adam Drake and Mike Truhe next year?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Next week's Team Associated Off-Road Championships to be streamed live for free!

Trackside Hobbies in Brookfield, WI will host some of the fastest racers in the country - including IFMAR World Champions Spencer Rivkin and Ryan Cavalieri - for its annual off-road race now called the Team Associated Off-Road Championships. And you'

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 4:39 p.m. View Comments

How to prepare Bittydesign's Type-6R F1 body in ten minutes [VIDEO]

This two-minute video shows how you can get the new Type-6R from Bittydesign from inside the package to race-ready in just ten minutes.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 1:57 p.m. View Comments

AMain's nine tips for winter RC fun

Just because the weather changes during the winter months doesn't mean the RC fun has to stop. AMain Performance Hobbies published some sound advice to keep in mind.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 12:22 p.m. View Comments

MKS Servos 2017 USA demo tour

MKS Servos USA representatives will be attending major races across the country next season - and they're going to bring pre-built radio trays for you to bolt in and give their products a shot on the track.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 12:45 p.m. View Comments

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