LiveRC - Press Releases

Barry Pettit joined LRP for electric racing

Pettit chose Blue Is Better power for electric 1/8-scale buggy and truggy.

Aaron Waldron March 14, 2015, 1:01 p.m. View Comments

Ty Tessmann and Pro-Line show the proper method for gluing tires [VIDEO]

A step-by-step walkthrough of ensuring proper adhesion between tire and wheel. Can't follow along? Let world champion Ty Tessmann show you!

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 3:56 p.m. View Comments

Picco returns to the US market with Desoto Racing

Desoto Racing will distribute the famed Italian engine manufacturer in the Americas while helping to develop new products and provide support.

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 2:38 a.m. View Comments

Mugen Seiki support and setup tips from The Drake

Adam Drake is working on new setups for Mugen Seiki's off-road vehicles and will be available for advice via email and social media.

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 2:02 a.m. View Comments

Maifield's Dirt Nitro Challenge setup sheets

Want to configure the suspension of your Team Losi Racing 8IGHT 3.0, 8IGHT-T 3.0, or 8IGHT-E 3.0 to match that of Dirt Nitro Challenge champion Ryan Maifield?

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 1:47 a.m. View Comments

Awesome RC Tracks of Las Vegas promo video

The host of the 2016 IFMAR Nitro Off-Road Worlds commissioned Cory Drachenberg of 5150 Media Productions to assemble a promotional video to market for outside industry sponsors.

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 1:07 a.m. View Comments

CACTUS: Horizon Hobby/TLR/JConcepts driver Ryan Maifield joins TKO R/C Specialities

TKO R/C Specialities will work with the multi-time champion on development cool new racing accessories.

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 7:38 p.m. View Comments

Latest ARRMA promo video takes four new vehicles for a spin

The Talion and Senton 6S-powered vehicles, plus the Granite and Raider XL BLX, get pushed to the limit on and off the track.

Aaron Waldron March 13, 2015, 1:34 p.m. View Comments

Brandon Rohde talked LiveTime on MBM podcast

On yesterday's episode of the MBM podcast, LiveRC founder Brandon Rohde talked about the new LiveTime scoring engine software.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 8:58 p.m. View Comments

Hobby Authority Distribution brings G-Force to the USA

Product line enters the US market with two products, a racing speed control and a spring rate gauge.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 5:38 p.m. View Comments

Drake joins AMain and ProTek RC team

Adam Drake has signed on to represent the Internet retail giant and its brands.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 1:35 p.m. View Comments

Sign-ups open for 27th annual Pro-Line April Fools Classic

Murf's Intermountain R/C Raceway in Magna, UT is preparing for their annual indoor electric off-road race. Head to RCSignUp to beat the entry limit - only 400 entries allowed! And if you can't make it, you'll be able to watch on LiveRC.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 2:59 p.m. View Comments

Reedy teases Outdoor Off-Road Championships at Hot Rod Hobbies

An image posted to Reedy's Facebook page alludes to an outdoor off-road race at the famous SoCal hotspot Hot Rod Hobbies - but no other info. What could it be?

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 7:52 p.m. View Comments

Four area hobby shops prepare for PA Tri-County Summer Sizzler

With one round each month from May through August, the Tri-County Summer Sizzler series will visit Trains and Lanes, Hobby Hut, G-Force, and Mushroom Bowl.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 3:39 p.m. View Comments

Batlle to begin using Highest servos

Highest, a servo manufacturer with plenty of success in the OEM industry, has signed former world champion Robert Batlle.

Aaron Waldron March 12, 2015, 7:02 p.m. View Comments

Second batch of Pro-Line Fuel Sticks making their way through production line

Pro-Line is producing a second run of the very fast, very popular Fuel Stick.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 12:18 p.m. View Comments

Team Durango started shipping DNX8, DEX8, DEX8T and DESC10

Four new Team Durango vehicles are on the road, heading toward distributors around the world.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 12:25 p.m. View Comments

Cactus Classic featured on Phoenix local news

On Monday, AZ Central 12 News visited Hobbytown SRS for a segment on this weekend's race.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 10:09 p.m. View Comments

Northern California Racing League launches Indoor Triple Crown Series

The three-race championship will visit three premier indoor tracks in NorCal.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

Hitec RCD signs Adam Drake

After running Hitec servos for several years, The Drake will now use the Lynx 4S radio.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 11:11 a.m. View Comments

UK indoor champion Simon Moss signs with Tekin

Schumacher-sponsored driver will begin using Tekin electronics immediately.

Aaron Waldron March 11, 2015, 12:09 p.m. View Comments

Watch the Cactus Classic live - for FREE - thanks to Pro-Line Racing

Pro-Line Racing has stepped up to bring LiveRC's full streaming broadcast to racing fans around the world.

Aaron Waldron March 10, 2015, 11:11 a.m. View Comments

Cactus Classic spectator fees rescinded - free entry granted for everyone

The promoters of the Cactus Classic have cancelled the proposed spectator entry fees, opening up the race to be watched for free by anyone.

Aaron Waldron March 10, 2015, 11:54 a.m. View Comments

Statement from original source of Cactus Classic spectator fee photo

Sean Sanchez, the former SRS owner who posted the photo confirming the proposed spectator fees for the Cactus Classic, released a statement on Facebook.

Aaron Waldron March 10, 2015, 12:10 p.m. View Comments

Pro-Line's responds to Cactus Classic "spectator fee" controversy with special 50% off offer

For each day of the Cactus Classic you are charged a spectator fee, you can use your receipt for half off a pair of tires from Pro-Line Racing.

Aaron Waldron March 9, 2015, 3:49 p.m. View Comments

Vik renews commitment to FX engines

XRAY factory driver Tyler Vik will continue running FX engines this season.

Aaron Waldron March 9, 2015, 4:07 p.m. View Comments

Sign-ups open for Asia Contest in Thailand

A new track will be built for the annual Asia Contest track and the track is now accepting entries!

Aaron Waldron March 9, 2015, 11:57 a.m. View Comments

One-day Serpent Pro Off-Road Shootout set for March 28

SS Raceway in Tampa, FL to host off-road event sponsored by Serpent.

Aaron Waldron March 6, 2015, 3:38 a.m. View Comments

Pro-Line to release Prime slick for short course and stadium truck tomorrow

Pro-Line's pre-press release list sent to dealers and media contains part numbers for new "Prime SC" and "Prime T" tires.

Aaron Waldron March 5, 2015, 2:37 p.m. View Comments

HB's new European home on the Web includes interesting shopping option

New HB Europe site dedicated to the lineup of on- and off-road racing cars includes "team pack" options when buying new kits.

Aaron Waldron March 4, 2015, 12:49 a.m. View Comments

Carolina RC Complex to re-open under new management

Terrific outdoor track in Easley, SC will re-launch with a weekend-long race in March with a track layout built by Joey "The Dirt" Christensen.

Aaron Waldron March 4, 2015, 12:10 a.m. View Comments

Nemo Racing reflects on Dirt Nitro Challenge

NEMO Racing head honcho Dave Duggan talks about the team's second trip to DNC.

Aaron Waldron March 4, 2015, 6:45 p.m. View Comments

Cavalieri, Maifield, and Tebo talked DNC; Drake discussed departure from TLR on RIPcast

Last week's Radio Impound Podcast featured the top three drivers from Pro Buggy at The Dirt Nitro Challenge, plus a visit from Adam Drake to discuss leaving Team Losi Racing.

Aaron Waldron March 4, 2015, 4:58 p.m. View Comments