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LRC: New LiveRC broadcasting features available to all tracks using LiveTime Scoring Engine!

Tracks that use LiveTime Scoring Engine now have access to more tools to create a more enjoyable viewing experience for spectators and greater marketing opportunities to make the most of their racing events.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 9, 2016, 3:47 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Byron Fuels to cut pro race team

Though nothing has been officially confirmed, inside sources have told LiveRC that Byron Fuels is dismantling its pro racing team for the 2017 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 7, 2016, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

Are new Tekno RC NB48.4 and EB48.4 buggies coming soon?

The listing for a new - and quite different - aluminum Ackermann plate on Tekno RC's website contains either an unfortunate typing error or the first mention of a new version of the company's nitro and electric buggy platform.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 7, 2016, 8:36 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Kody Numedahl discussed the B64, his career and more

In the weeks leading up to the announcement of the Team Associated B64D, rumors began swirling about the career of the project's engineer. Kody Numedahl talked about his life, his job and more in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 6, 2016, 4:22 p.m. View Comments

LiveRC’s Silly Season tracker - who is going where? [UPDATED]

Every offseason, the RC industry is engulfed with rumors of major drivers switching teams - here's a running list of what we've heard, what we think is credible, and what's completely bogus.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 6, 2016, 12:08 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How does winter weather affect your hobby?

When winter strikes, do you race at a different track? A different class completely? Or do you live somewhere that's not affected by winter?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 5, 2016, 11 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The rising speed of 1/12-scale racing [VIDEO]

The decision to change the 1/12-scale modified class to 2S LiPo packs could increase the velocity of IFMAR's smallest, and oldest, electric racing class to new heights. See how the speeds have increased over the last 28 years in this week's Flashback

Aaron Waldron Dec. 2, 2016, 4:11 p.m. View Comments

THE SCIENCE OF SETUP: Episode 2 - Suspension Properties

The second installment of Bob Wright's bi-weekly column, the Science of Setup, explains everything you need to know about suspension properties - which is the first step in making smart decisions when it comes to tuning your vehicle.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 1, 2016, 3:31 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Is 1/12-scale modified racing the canary in the coal mine?

Whether or not IFMAR's new rule changes for the 1/12-scale modified class will achieve the goal of making the class viable isn't what the RC industry should take from this week's big discussion - it's whether or not other disciplines - like off-road

Aaron Waldron Nov. 30, 2016, 5:14 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Joel Eaton

After a decade as a sponsored driver and working in every other facet of the RC industry, Joel Eaton officially became the owner of Addiction RC yesterday. Learn more about his RC career, what he likes most about the industry, his plans for his new b

Aaron Waldron Nov. 29, 2016, 4:14 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Did you buy anything RC-related on Black Friday or Cyber Monday?

The four days following Thanksgiving are traditionally the biggest shopping days of the year - and dozens of RC companies offered big savings. Did you take advantage and buy something for you, or someone else?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 28, 2016, 3:14 p.m. View Comments

LRC EXCLUSIVE: Team Associated caught testing the B64D at OCRC Raceway

A LiveRC reader with quick thumbs snapped a couple photos of Team Associated design engineer and former IFMAR Worlds finalist Kody Numedahl testing the B64D at OCRC Raceway yesterday.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 23, 2016, 4:23 p.m. View Comments

POLL: What are you most thankful for this year?

Are you glad you live near a track, feel great about this year's race results, or just appreciative of your sponsors? Answer our Thanksgiving-themed poll and tell us what you're most thankful for this year!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 21, 2016, 10:43 a.m. View Comments

THE SCIENCE OF SETUP: Episode 1 - Setup Physics and Terminology

This new bi-weekly column by Bob Wright of RC Crew Chief delves deep into why particular adjustments alter the handling performance of your RC car or truck. In the first lesson, you'll learn the basics.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 17, 2016, 1:50 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Trever Adamo [VIDEO]

In this week's Talk It Up Tuesday, SoCal off-road racing veteran and 2000 Reedy Race Open 2WD/4WD Open winner Trever Adamo chatted about his racing career, how the industry has changed, designing his own 4-Link RC monster truck racing chassis and mor

Aaron Waldron Nov. 15, 2016, 3:12 p.m. View Comments

POLL: On average, how many times per month do you race?

Are you strictly a weekend warrior, or do you hit the track several times per week? Tell us the average number of times you race each month.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 14, 2016, 1:08 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The funniest RC car industry press release of all-time

Ten years ago this week, Team Magic introduced the first-ever E4 touring car - the monster in the fluffy clouds. You simply have to read this.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2016, 1:25 p.m. View Comments

RC community working together to raise money for RC track owner's family in need

Baylee, the three-year-old daughter of Little Dixie Speedway owner Austin Alford and his wife Amber, lost her right forearm in an accident - and several racers and manufacturers are helping raise cash to help pay for her treatment.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 2:49 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Alex Zanchettin

Learn more about Italian Team Losi Racing off-road star Alex Zanchettin - including how he got introduced to the hobby, the races he's most proud of, and what's next in his future - in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 8, 2016, 2:15 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How much do you spend on RC every month?

Don't worry - we're not going to tell your significant others or parents. On average (including entry fees, parts, and new stuff), how much do you spend on RC every month?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2016, 2:25 p.m. View Comments

LRC: We've launched our new broadcast page!

Those who watched the IFMAR Worlds in Las Vegas got a sneak peek at the new desktop- and mobile-friendly broadcast page we've launched this weekend - check it out!

Aaron Waldron Nov. 4, 2016, 5:04 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake describe the new Pro-Line Racing Trifecta Lite wing [VIDEO]

Follow along as Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about the new Pro-Line Racing Trifecta Lite wing - its features, his tips for preparing it, and how it's different than the original.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: New SDRC Raceway owner Travis Brock

After ten years working in and out of the RC industry, Travis Brock took a big leap a month when he took over SDRC Raceway. Learn more about his new business venture, and his RC racing career, in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 1:58 p.m. View Comments

Motorhead R/C Raceway closed its doors

Southern California indoor off-road track Motorhead RC Raceway confirmed on Facebook Saturday that the facility has ceased operations. Here's what its owner, Ron House, had to say about what led to its closure.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 3:07 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How many different manufacturers' cars have you owned?

Some racers are diehard fanboys, while others try every car they can get their hands on. How many different brands have you owned?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Do major race results sway your purchasing decisions?

Team Losi Racing, Team Associated and HB Racing all scored major race wins in the U.S. this year - does a big victory increase the chance you'll buy something new or different?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 24, 2016, 1:23 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Carrah Tompkins

Carrah Tompkins is a regular among the SoCal off-road scene and one of the most popular RC racers on Facebook - and now she's started her own apparel company. Learn more about Carrah's career, and what goes on behind the scenes of Because Racecar, in

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2016, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

POLL: What did you think of the IFMAR Worlds track?

Just over a week ago, David Ronnefalk won the IFMAR World Championships on a rough track in Las Vegas. Were you a fan of the course?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 17, 2016, 2:34 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: MORBC in Perth, Australia to host 2018 IFMAR World Championships

The Model Off-Road Buggy Club in Perth, Australia has been chosen as the location for the 2018 IFMAR Worlds.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 6, 2016, 4:30 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Replay of the opening ceremonies

Following seeding practice on Monday night, the opening ceremonies officially kicked off the 2016 IFMAR World Championships in Las Vegas by introducing the teams from each nation competing. Watch a full replay here!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 4, 2016, 9:43 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Prototype Lexan XRAY wing spotted in the pits

We found an unfamiliar Lexan wing on Martin Bayer's XB8 buggy - and it turns out that it's an XRAY piece still under development.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 3, 2016, 6:33 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Ty Tessmann tried modified version of new Pro-Line Racing Electroshot

Pro-Line Racing drivers have been trying the new Electroshot tread pattern at the IFMAR Worlds - and in the final round of practice, Ty Tessmann set the preliminary fastest time with a specially trimmed version.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 3, 2016, 6:10 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: A list of every former 1/8-scale nitro off-road world champion

Two years ago, Ty Tessmann added his name to a very elite and exclusive group - those who have won the IFMAR Worlds for nitro off-road buggy. Here's a list of all the past winners.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 2, 2016, 7:15 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: 2016 Fuel Off-Road World Championships broadcast schedule [UPDATED]

Here's when you'll need to tune in this week to catch every lap of the IFMAR Worlds, live from RC Tracks of Las Vegas.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 2, 2016, 7:59 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Amezcua to compete at Worlds with borrowed HB Racing buggy

Travis Amezcua is in Vegas after all - with the help of a fellow SoCal racer.

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

WORLDS: Cragg and McBride testing new aerodynamic Pro-Line body for RC8B3

Team Associated drivers Neil Cragg and Kyle McBride tried an aggressively sculpted prototype Pro-Line Racing body on their RC8B3 buggies in the first round of practice at the IFMAR Worlds.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 1, 2016, 8 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: New JConcepts prototype body and front wing for RC8B3

Reigning ROAR National Champion Spencer Rivkin's RC8B3 sported a prototype body and front wing from JConcepts on Day One of the IFMAR Worlds.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 1, 2016, 10:53 p.m. View Comments

DEVELOPING: Rear wing regulation rules virtually everyone illegal at Worlds

The rule regarding the size of the side dams of the rear wings used at the World Championships might cause a big issue this week - leaving some drivers to resort to hasty modifications.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 1, 2016, 3:15 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: LiveRC's 2010 IFMAR Worlds DVD

Six years ago, LiveRC produced a DVD of the 2010 IFMAR World Championships in Thailand. Now you can watch it all on YouTube - for free!

Aaron Waldron Sept. 30, 2016, 4:45 p.m. View Comments

Pettit to sit out 2016 IFMAR Worlds

Tekno RC's Barry Pettit is one of the fastest nitro off-road racers in the Eastern United States - but he won't be competing at next week's IFMAR Worlds, citing his responsibilities as an engineering student at Clemson University as a priority.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 29, 2016, 6:13 p.m. View Comments

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