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Tyler Hooks

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Tyler Hooks

LiveRC Reporter

 tyler@liverc.com

Tyler Hooks is a recent college graduate with a BBA in management and a Minor in Communications from St. Edwards University as well as a ROAR Stock National Champion and was apart of the IFMAR World Championship USA team in 2016. Tyler is currently an Editor as well as in the Advertising department at Live Race Media and frequently is apart of the broadcast team at major events.

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Latest From Tyler

  • Media
    New Flash Point 1/8th Off-Road Inner Arm Supports
    Flash Point R/C Inner Front Arm Sleeves support the inner front for your nitro and electric buggy. They can be used on the MBX8R, MBX8, MBX7R, MBX7, and MBX6 models.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2025, 5:45 p.m. View Comments
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    Tuning Anti-Squat With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Mugen Seiki Racing's Adam Drake talks about Tuning with Anti-Squat in this week's video.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2025, 5:40 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Yokomo MS2.0 Aluminum Chassis Touring Car Kit
    The newly introduced Team Yokomo MS2.0 with an aluminum chassis specification is perfect for the touring car racing scene as the indoor season begins.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2025, 5:56 p.m. View Comments
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    Boom Graphics Reintroduces Customizable Sticker Sheets
    Introducing the all-new BOOM Sticker Builder App where you can build your sticker sheet in real time.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 4:14 p.m. View Comments
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    New Sworkz S12-3 2wd Buggy Platform Teaser
    Get ready for the next generation of racing with the Sworkz S12-3C (Carpet Edition) and S12-3D (Dirt Edition).
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 5 p.m. View Comments
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    New OS Speed AD4 Adam Drake Edition Engine
    O.S. Engines would like to introduce new O.S.SPEED B21 ADAM DRAKE 4. Latest collaboration engine with world famous O.S. team driver Adam Drake.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 5:05 p.m. View Comments
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    2026 JConcepts Off-Road Jam Announcement
    One of the Midwest’s most anticipated R/C racing traditions returns this winter as the 2026 JConcepts Offroad JAM, hosted by Garrison Race Company (GRC), takes over Fastlane Raceway in Blue Springs, Missouri, January 23–25, 2026.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 4:28 p.m. View Comments
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    New Powerstar Sleeve Extraction Tools
    Powerstar has introduced their new Sleeve Extractor Tool, available in 3 options, PS-401-16.2 is designed for 1/8 off-road engines, PS-401-16.0 is designed for 1/8 on-road engines and PS-401-13.6 is designed for 1/10 engines.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 4:20 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Team Associated Vintage Championship Race Results
    This past weekend Team Associated hosted the Vintage Offroad Nationals in Las Vegas with over 450 entries, check out all of the podiums here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2025, 4:54 p.m. View Comments
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    New Sworkz S35-GT3.0FTE 1/8th GT Kits
    Sworkz is proud to introduce the next evolution in GT racing, the S35-GT3.0 FTE in both nitro and electric options.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 17, 2025, 3:34 p.m. View Comments
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    New R1 Wurks B84 Lightweight Titanium Center CVA Bones
    R1 Wurks has released all three center CVA Bone options for the B84 in Titanium for stronger lighter option.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 17, 2025, 3:09 p.m. View Comments
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    New Klinik RC MP11 CVD Boots
    Klinik RC set out to improve durability and life of the CVD joints in the new MP11 platform and started from scratch. After months of testing on the MP10 platform the new CVD boot system is ready for anything you can throw at it!
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 17, 2025, 3:17 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Cayote Crest 8 Evo Speed Control
    The CREST 8 Evo ESC is built for racers who want to push every limit. With 37 adjustable settings, it gives you total control — from fine-tuning throttle response to optimizing performance for any track.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 17, 2025, 3:25 p.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [10/8 - 10/15]
    This week the #LiveTimeScoringSystem hosted over 14,000 entries with nearly 32% coming from 1/10th scale off-road. Check out what people were racing this past week. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 15, 2025, 5:27 p.m. View Comments
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    New Hudy 1/10th and 1/12th Pan Car Set-Up Wheels
    Hudy has released new set-up wheels specifically for 1/10th scale and 1/12th scale pan car applications.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 15, 2025, 5:08 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Associated RC10 4wd Team Car Kit
    The iconic RC10 is now available as a 4WD race buggy with everything included in one box. No need for a conversion kit or sourcing rare parts.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 15, 2025, 5:19 p.m. View Comments
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    ADRENALINE RACEWAY: TLR TYPHON RACE PREP SERIES EPISODE 4 [VIDEO]
    Time for the next chapter of the Adrenaline Racway TLR Tuned Typhon Series — where Jacob tears down, rebuilds, and puts the car to the test on the track to find the perfect baseline setup.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 15, 2025, 4:57 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Retro Yellow/Pink/Purple T-Shirts
    JConcepts will arrive in style at the Team Associated Vintage Championships. The new retro t-shirt design is perfect for those wanting to represent on and off the track with the prefect 1990’s twist.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 14, 2025, 5:14 p.m. View Comments
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    Drake Talks Hobbywing Drive and Brake Frequency [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake took some time this week to explain how Hobbywing Drive and Brake Frequency settings work.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 14, 2025, 5:07 p.m. View Comments
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    Team Xray X4'26 Full Presentation
    Team Xray has released the full presentation for the new 2026 X4 touring car platform.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 14, 2025, 5:19 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Powers V6S Stock Motors Coming Soon
    Team Powers RC is proud to unveil the next evolution in performance — the Actinium V6S, engineered for racers who demand the edge.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 14, 2025, 5 p.m. View Comments
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    New VP-Pro IF8B Chassis Weights
    VP-Pro have introduced their new Brass Front Chassis Weights, RS-942, intended for use with Infinity IFB8.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 13, 2025, 5:15 p.m. View Comments
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    New Leadfinger Racing Baretta V2 MBX8T Truggy Body
    Built on a legacy of precision and durability, the Leadfinger Racing V2 Beretta Truck Body for the Mugen MBx8T is engineered for high-performance RC racing.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 13, 2025, 5:35 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts 1/8th Truck Kosmos Tires
    The team set off on a mission by evaluating JC’s past and present tread patterns to arrive at a new build. Tires such as the Hybrid, Chasers, Stackers, already in the line-up, have all served well and have won major events; however, Kosmos has it all
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 13, 2025, 5:26 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Retro 3-Blue Pull Over Hoodie
    JConcepts will arrive in style at the Indoor National Series Final. The new retro sweatshirt design is perfect for those wanting to represent on and off the track with the prefect 1990’s twist.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 13, 2025, 6:46 p.m. View Comments
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    2026 JConcepts Outdoor National Series Announcement
    JConcepts is excited to announce in partnership with Elite RC Productions for the inaugural season of the JConcepts Outdoor National series.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 10, 2025, 6:23 p.m. View Comments
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    New Factory Team DC10 Aluminum and Titanium Parts
    Factory Team has released new parts including the DC10 FT aluminum battery holder stop, aluminum front upper arms, aluminum front lower arms, and titanium front axles.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 10, 2025, 5:34 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 IFMAR Worlds Top 30 Rankings
    Check out the top 30 racers at the 2025 IFMAR 1/10th Scale Off-Road Worlds across both 2wd and 4wd combined.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 9, 2025, 6:26 p.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/1 - 8/8]
    Another week of over 15,000 entries in the #LivetimeScoring system, find out what racers were racing this past week here. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 15, 2025, 5:31 p.m. View Comments
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    New Arena RC Speciale Digital Caster Gauge
    Arena RC has released a digital caster gauge option with a mount for the Infinity Speciale touring car.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 8, 2025, 5:32 p.m. View Comments
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    Sikcross Recap With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake took some time this week to recap the Sikcross event hosted by The Drake Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 7, 2025, 5:17 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Adrenaline Raceway Invitational Results
    Adrenaline Raceway hosted their largest Invitational with over 350 combined entries across the 1/10th scale and 1/8th scale classes. Find all the podiums here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 7, 2025, 4:48 p.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity Speciale Eccentric Bearing Holders
    Infinity is ready to release two new Speciale eccentric bearing holders, designed to further expand the adjustment range of the Differential and Front Spool heights.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 7, 2025, 5:12 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Texas State Off-Road Championships Results
    The 2025 Texas State Off-Road Championships for 1/10th scale carpet took place this past weekend at RCCA in the DFW area with just under 100 entries. Check here to see all of the winners.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 7, 2025, 5 p.m. View Comments
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    PDX Raceway Sponsors Ryan Cavalieri
    PDX RC RACEWAY is proud to announce that they are sponsoring Ryan Cavalieri.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 7, 2025, 5:04 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Silver Dollar King of Supercross Results
    Amain Hobbies Silver Dollar Raceway hosted the 2025 King of Supercross put on by Factory Tracks with an epic layout and awesome raffles and trophies.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 6, 2025, 5:38 p.m. View Comments
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    New Hudy Aluminum Bullet Plugs
    Hudy has released new high quality 5mm gold-plated copper bullet plugs for your RC vehicle. The high-quality materials used for the best possible durability and zero corrosion.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 6, 2025, 5:01 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 RC Raceworx Wild West Shootout Results
    This past weekend Hobby Action Raceway hosted their annual West Cost Oval Shootout presented by RC Raceworx with just over 180 entries. Check out all of the podiums here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 6, 2025, 5:56 p.m. View Comments
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    Kaerup Crowned 2025 4wd World Champion
    After a heart breaking 2wd main day for the TQ, Marcus Kaerup rebounded to also TQ the 4wd class and this time take the World Championship Win, his second title just this year.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 6, 2025, 4:55 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 JConcepts West Coast Carpet Championships Results
    The 2025 West Coast Carpet Championships took place this past weekend at PDX RC Raceway with just under 150 entries making it out for the 5th annual event. Find all the podiums here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 6, 2025, 5:20 p.m. View Comments
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