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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 Team Associated RC10 Model 24 Classic
     The Team Associated RC10 Model 24 is a faithful, downsized tribute to one of the most iconic radio control buggies ever created.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 11, 2026, 2:58 p.m. View Comments
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    New 2026 TLR Teaser Photo
     A teaser photo has been circulating TLR driver's Facebook pages today indicating the release of a new product on 2/12/26.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 11, 2026, 3:17 p.m. View Comments
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    Top25rc Rankings Post 2026 Montpellier GP
     The Top25RC rankings have been updated to reflect Montpellier 2026. Canas taking the win has allowed him to close the gap on the #1 rankings.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 11, 2026, 3:43 p.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [2/4 - 2/11]
     This week over 20,000 entries were taken into the #LiveTimeScoring program, over 30% of the entries were logged for 1/10th scale off-road followed by 21% for dirt oval, and 11% for 1/10th scale electric on-road. Check out all the data here. #Industry
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 11, 2026, 3:30 p.m. View Comments

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    New Cayote Crest Stocki Motor Series
     The Wait is Over: The CREST Stocki Motor Series is Now Live! More information to come on the new line of stock motors from Cayote.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:16 p.m. View Comments
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    New Tekno RC 2026 Apparel
     Tekno RC is bringing back an OG T-Shirt design in new colors and hoodie options!
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 4:56 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Canas Wins Montpellier GP 2026
     Juan Carlos Canas took the win this past weekend at the Montpellier GP ahead of Mattia Polito and Davide Ongaro. Davide would take the TQ spot of the event and start first for the main. Canas took advantage of a mistake from Ongaro to get to the lead
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:29 p.m. View Comments
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    3rd Annual Parklane Hobbies Mini-Z Cup Race Announcement
     Parklane Hobbies is hosting their 3rd Annual Mini-Z Cup Race on April 10th-12th. Find out more and join in on the action in Pottstown, Pennsylvania.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:06 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Tuning With Front Kick-Up With The Drake [VIDEO]
     This week, Mugen Seiki Racing's Adam Drake explains Tuning with Front Kick Up.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 4:51 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Rawspeed Interceptor and Nitehawk MP11 Bodies
     Rawspeed has released the Nitehawk and Interceptor bodies for the MP11.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:47 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Ultimate MBX8R Front Hub Carrier Arm Mounts
     Take your Mugen MBX8/8R to the next level with the new ULTIMATE Front Hub Carrier Arm Mounts (L+R).
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:38 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Zalewski Doubles at 2026 MKGP
     Bartek Zalewski grabbed the wins in 2wd and 4wd modified at the MKGP held in Milton Keynes. Zalewski would finish ahead of Daniel Kobbevik and Ben Smith in 2wd. In 4wd it would be Zalewski, Kobbevik, and Marcus Kaerup.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 9, 2026, 6:42 p.m. View Comments

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    2026 JConcepts Indoor National Series Round 1 Results
     This past weekend the 2026 JConcepts Indoor National Series kicked off at Trackside Hobbies with just under 400 entries taking part in the annual series. Check out all of the podiums from the weekend.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 9, 2026, 6:33 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2026 Snowbirds On-Road Q3 Update
     The 32nd Annual Snowbirds event is taking place in Kissimmee, Florida and after 3 rounds of qualifying the racing is extremely tight.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 1:34 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team GFRP Assault HB'24 to 26 HBS Conversion Kit
     This kit from Team GFRP includes the basics needed to convert a 2024 Assault HBS to a 2026 HBS (high bite sprint).
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 1:12 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Exotek RC10 Adjustable Aluminum Rear Hubs
     Exotek has released new heavy duty, precision machined 7075 alloy rear hub set for the RC10 line of vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

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    New Hudy 1/12th Scale Tire Stand/Holder With Case
     The HUDY Tire Stand is an essential accessory for organizing your tires. This stylish and highly functional stand keeps your pit space tidy and makes it easy to track your various tire sets.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 12:49 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Rawspeed Interceptor MX8E-25 Body
     The RawSpeed Interceptor for the Mayako MX8E-25 is engineered to DOMINATE — cab-forward teardrop aggression, razor-sharp aero lines, and insane downforce that pins your buggy to the track like it's glued.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 12:59 p.m. View Comments
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    New XB4 Narrow Front Side Guards
     The Team Xray XB4 V3 graphite side guards are precision-engineered components designed to optimize chassis performance and consistency on high traction surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2026, 12:44 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Raw Speed RS-2 B7 Buggy Body
     Take your 1/10 buggy to the next level with the RawSpeed RS-2 Body — a race engineered body designed for maximum performance on modern high-grip tracks.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2026, 8:47 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New RC Discharger Modular Pit Command Center
     The new RC Discharger modular stand system is built around interchangeable components that let every driver customize their setup, whether they run a single 1/12 scale car or a 3-class fleet.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2026, 8:32 p.m. View Comments
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    JConcepts Reactor Monster Truck Teaser [VIDEO]
     JConcepts has released the teaser video for the Reactor Monster Truck project which is an adjustable wheelbase retro style monster truck.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2026, 8:55 p.m. View Comments
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    New Reedy Low-Profile HD Brushless Servos
     Reedy is proud to introduce heavy-duty steel gear variants of its popular RT2007A and RS1606A low-profile competition servos.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2026, 8:42 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Hudy Setup Board Adjustable Feet
     The HUDY Adjustable Set-up Board Feet allows for an independent height adjustment of each corner of the set-up board, to accommodate for the surface that the set-up board sits on.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2026, 8:38 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Team Associated YZ-10 Classic Edition
     When the serious racers on Team Associated wanted to go 4WD racing, they chose the best car they could find: The Yokomo YZ-10.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2026, 4:48 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Xray X4'26 2mm Upper Deck
     This Team Xray X4'26 2mm one-piece top deck features milled holes for special tweak-free top deck screws and works with the center layshaft location in the middle of the chassis.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2026, 4:30 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Top25rc Rankings Following The 2026 TNR Fuels Challenge
     The TNR Fuels Challenge finished up this past weekend and had enough star power to update the Top25rc Rankings list. Check out the updated list and who has joined the top 25 ranks.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2026, 4:41 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Factory Team T7 and SC7 Chassis Protectors
     Factory Team proudly introduces chassis protectors for the RC10T7 and RC10SC7.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2026, 4:24 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Adrenaline Racing AR2026 Servo [VIDEO]
     Take control of every corner with the Adrenaline RC Racing AR2026 Steering Servo — built for racers who demand speed, strength, and precision.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2026, 4:57 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks Tuning With Wheelbase [VIDEO]
     This week Adam Drake talks about tuning with wheelbase and the pros and cons of the different options.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 3, 2026, 2:56 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Tekno RC Polished 1/8th Scale Shock Caps
     Building on Tekno RC's proven shock cap design, this polished shock cap set delivers the same versatility and strength racers trust—now with a race-inspired polished finish.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 3, 2026, 3:01 p.m. View Comments
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    2026 Southern Indoor Championships Podiums
     Check out the podiums from the 2026 Racetime Entertainment Southern Indoor Championships held this past weekend in Gainesville, Georgia.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 10, 2026, 5:30 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2026 TNR Fuels Challenge Podiums
     Check out all of the podiums from the TNR Fuels Challenge held this past weekend in Norco, California with an astounding 750+ entries.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2026, 7:09 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New VP-Pro Poison Needle 1/8th Buggy Tread Pattern
     Following release the Hyperdrive Evo, VP-Pro is thrilled to introduce another new tire for 1/8 scale Buggy, the VP-818 Poison Needle Evo.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2026, 4:47 p.m. View Comments
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    Explaining Hobbywing ESC Neutral Range Settings With Rivkin [VIDEO]
     Spencer Rivkin explains the Neutral Range setting in Hobbywing speed controls, highlighting what it does and how to use it.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2026, 4:59 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Donathen RC Heated Battery Sleeve V4
     Donathen RC has released the 4th version of their heated battery sleeve which includes a temperature probe and 3 new optimized temperature options.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2026, 4:53 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New RawSpeed V2 4wd Front Slick
     Rawspeed RC is happy to announce a new product to the 10th scale slicks in the for of the new 4wd front slick V2. This new and improved V2 slick has a stiff sidewall on a singular side allowing you to choose stiff or soft sidewall options.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2026, 5:10 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Kyosho MP11e Ebuggy First Look
     Check out the first photos and video of the Kyosho MP11e 1/8th scale electric platform.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2026, 9:39 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Serpent SRX8Te RTR
     The SRX8Te RTR 1/8 Factory assembled and pre-set 1/8 scale RTR E-Truggy from Serpent.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2026, 9:07 p.m. View Comments
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    New ProTek RC 8000mah 1S Battery and Fan Options
     ProTek RC is proud to announce the release of its new stock spec 1S 150C 8000mAh LiPo shorty battery pack created for 1/12 pan car racing. ProTek RC also is unveiling two new high-speed cooling fans to its product lineup.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2026, 9:17 p.m. View Comments

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