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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 Pro-Line Racing Sector 8ight-X/E 2.0 Body
     The Pro-Line Racing Sector Body features a ground-up redesign to optimize the handling of your buggy in the trickiest of track conditions.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:03 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Mirage TT Belted SC Tire
     Pro-Line is proud to announce a tire and wheel combo for your Short Course Desert Truck! The Mirage TT is inspired by full-size trophy truck tires to create a super-scale look.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:42 p.m. View Comments
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    New ProTek RC Pro Pit Bags
     ProTek RC is announcing the release of two new products to support the racer’s organization, efficiency, and speed in pit lane. Now available is the ProTek RC Pro Pit Pack and the ProTek RC Fuel Gun & Fuel Bottle Holster.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 8:42 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New TestLogger Collector Product Line Announcement
     TestLogger is excited to announce the official launch of the TestLogger Collector, a product line on providing data logging equipment for RC cars racing.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:37 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Revolution Design Pit Mat
     The Revolution Design RDRP4000 Pit Mat is the perfect workbench mat for your workshop or at the track.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:06 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JSM Hobby Titanium 48p Pinion Gears
     JSM Hobby has released brand new and highly anticipated colored/patterned 48 pitch titanium Ti-6AL-4V (Grade 5) pinion gears.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:31 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Pro-Line Racing 2017 Ford F-250 12.3" Crawler Body
     Blue Oval fans rejoice! Pro-Line brings some American HD truck looks to the 1/10 Crawler scene.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:25 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Mon-Tech Racing P963 LMH 1/12th Scale Body
     After the amazing success of the LMH series in 1/10 scale Mon-Tech Racing now proposes the same series for the 1/12th Scale Pan Cars.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2024, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/14 - 8/21]
     In the last week, Dirt Oval regained top honors in the #IndustryAnalytics list ahead of 1/10th Scale Off-Road, find out by how much and where your favorite genre slots in. #LiveTimeScoring
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 28, 2024, 6:55 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Avid RC Ringer Shock Collar Sets
     Avid RC has released new spring collars for use with AE/TLR/Schumacher 13mm Shock Bodies which allow the ability to use 12mm and 13mm springs.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:52 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Exalt RC Charge Cables
     These Exalt RC charge leads were designed in the USA with durability, reliability, and Quality all factored in.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:59 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 Gas Truck Nationals Recap Video
     Adam Drake has shared his recap of the 2024 Gas Truck Nationals in video form this week, check it out here.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:47 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2024 ROAR 1/10th Electric Carpet Off-Road Nationals Results
     Check out the results from the 2024 ROAR 1/10th Scale Carpet Electric Off-Road Nationals hosted by Coastal Speedway.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 30, 2024, 5:12 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New VP-Pro IFB8 Air Filter
     VP-Pro is excited to announce the release of their air filter, AF-017, intended for use with the Infinity IFB8 1/8th nitro buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:04 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Upgrade RC Tool Options
     UpGrade RC is announcing the release of four different products, headlined by a multi-tool with shock shaft pliers, tire punch, ball link pliers, and wire crimp.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New MiniPro Motor Dyno V2
     It's been almost 8 years since MiniPro released the Motor Dyno V1 and they are thrilled to announce an updated version: the Motor Dyno V2.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:18 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Serpent F190 1/8th Electric F1 Kit
     With the excitement and growth of the Formula 1 sport and racing scene, as it continues to soar across the globe, Serpent introduces the brand new and innovative F190 1/8th electric F1 kit.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:43 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Associated MT12 Lux Monster Truck
     Get ready for heart-pounding excitement at a stadium near you with the MT12+ Lux 4x4 Monster Truck.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:32 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts NT48 2.0 Fin Titanium Turnbuckles
     The JConcepts Fin turnbuckles for the 1:8th trucks are heavy-duty, lightweight, and the original design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought-after exotic materials in the world.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:50 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Pro Motion Viper Carpet Tires
     Pro Motion is proud to introduce their first effort into the competitive world of Off-Road RC Carpet racing. Introducing the Viper Carpet tire line up, as well as their carpet specific C compounds.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 10 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Tekno RC 2.2 New Parts Update With Jared Wiggins [VIDEO]
     Jared Wiggins takes a moment to explain everything you need to know about the updates on the new Tekno RC NB48 2.2.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2024, 3:52 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Upgrade RC Ceramic and Rubber Seal Bearing Kits
     UpGrade RC is announcing the release of both ceramic and rubber sealed bearing sets for the most popular RC vehicles in the industry, including ARRMA™, Traxxas™, Kyosho™, and Tamiya™ cars.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2024, 3:38 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/7 - 8/14]
     Another week is complete in the #LivetimeScoring system, over 12,000 entries raced across a multitude of different classes. Check out what everyone raced. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2024, 3:10 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Element Enduro Portal Axle Conversion Kit
     Element RC has released a new high clearance portal axle kit for their 1/10th scale crawlers and trail trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2024, 4:34 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    ROAR Racing and Gravity RC USGT/VTA Rules Updates
     Both ROAR Racing and Gravity RC have posted an update on what the rules for USGT and VTA will be for this years paved nationals and in the future.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 27, 2024, 4:15 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 D&J Raceway Historical Big One Event Announcement
     Saturday, August 24th is the D&J Raceway Historic Big One set to be hosted on their outdoor dirt oval track.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:07 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Shutting Engines Off With The Drake [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake shared his preferred method for shutting off nitro engines in his video this week.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:32 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Avid RC B7 Titanium Slipper Shaft
     The Avid RC B7 Titanium Slipper Screw is thinned out in the center for less rotating mass and has a 2mm hex on the head so you can more easily tighten your slipper while the motor fan is installed.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:20 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Team Exalt Lightened Pinion Gears
     Exalt is extremely proud to now offer pinions that are just as performance oriented as their class leading motors and batteries.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:26 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Tekno RC EB48 2.2 1/8th Electric Buggy Kit
     Tekno RC is excited to announce the release of the new EB48 2.2, a 1/8th scale electric-powered race buggy designed for the ultimate in performance and durability.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:14 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Mugen Seiki MSB1 Parts
     Mugen Seiki Racing has some new MSB1 parts including new o-rings, light weight bodies, and wheel sets.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2024, 6:56 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Powers Actinium V5S Motors
     The new Team Powers Actinium V5S (Stock Spec) Brushless Motor is coming soon.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2024, 7:11 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Ronick Crowned 2024 1/8th Nitro Buggy German Champion
     Aaron Rönick is the German 1/8th Nitro Buggy National Champion for 2024.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2024, 7:21 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 Outback Raceway RC Gold Cup
     The 2024 RC Gold Cup Dirt Oval event hosted by Outback Raceway and presented by AMain Hobbies will take place August 24th. Find the flyer here.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2024, 7:47 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New VP Pro 1/8th Buggy Tire Bag
     This premium VP Pro tire bag gives you an unbelievable amount of storage for your 1:8 Buggy tires.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2024, 6:45 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Exotek 25T Dual Mount Servo Horn
     Exotek Racing has released a new heavy duty 7075 alloy dual clamping servo horn.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 8, 2024, 9:54 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New OS Speed R2106 On-Road Engine
     The O.S. SPEED R2106 is the factory tuned engine developed for 1/8 on-road racing competition.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 8, 2024, 9:59 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 IFMAR Touring Car Worlds Warm-Up Announcement
     The warmup race for 2024 ISTC Worlds in Bakersfield is now open. The race will be held from September 27th-29th.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 8, 2024, 9:49 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Pro-Line Racing Pro-Spec V2 Aluminum ProMoto Wheels
     Pro-Line is taking motocross realism to the next level with this Pro-Spec anodized billet aluminum spoke wheel.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 8, 2024, 9:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts XB2 2024 P2 Body
     Now, the JConcepts P2 is available for the latest vehicle in the XRAY product line, the XB2 2024.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 7, 2024, 4 p.m. View Comments

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