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Watch Ronnefalk practice with new HB Racing D418 [VIDEO]

David Ronnefalk published a clip of a practice run in France as he prepares for the upcoming World Championships, driving an all-white 4WD buggy he said is an upcoming HB Racing D418.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:15 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing titanium YZ-2 front axles and 22 4.0 aluminum wing mount and lightweight motor plate

Exotek Racing now offers an aluminum rear wing mount and lightweight Flite motor plate with spur guard for the 22 4.0, along with titanium Flite front axles for the YZ-2

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 3:48 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ReCharge RC mobile game app

For this week's Thursday Testimonials review, Mike fires up his phone to play and review what could be the most talked about R/C racing mobile game app on the market today - ReCharge RC.

Mike Garrison Nov. 1, 2017, 10:20 p.m. View Comments

JConcepts looking for team drivers for 2018 season

Interested racers must fill out an application by November 30 to be considered for the 2018 JConcepts team roster.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 3:17 p.m. View Comments

SOAR Seiki USA looking for team drivers

SOAR Seiki USA is preparing to release their new 998 TD1R buggy — and they are searching for team drivers who want to race it.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:42 p.m. View Comments

New AVID aluminum steering arm and wing posts for RC10F6

AVID introduced new blue-anodized, silver-highlighted aluminum posts that can be used on the steering arms and rear wing mounts of the RC10F6.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

MKS Servos USA signed Jones

Tyler Jones joined the growing MKS Servos USA team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:54 p.m. View Comments

BOOMrc now accepting sponsorship applications for 2018

Want to kick off the new year with a fresh look? BOOMrc is looking to add drivers to its team for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:23 a.m. View Comments

Renato Isler signed with Team Magic and HRC

Swiss large scale champion and Swiss Mod Touring Championship round four winner, Renato Isler, has joined Team Magic Europe and HRC Distribution for the upcoming indoor and outdoor racing seasons.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

Jones split from Fantom Racing [UPDATED]

Following two top-five finishes at the Masters of Dirt this past weekend, Tyler Jones announced that he is no longer part of the Fantom Racing squad.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 12:12 p.m. View Comments

Watch Drake explain new Mugen MBX7 front uprights [VIDEO]

Mugen Seiki Racing recently released their new front uprights for the MBX7 series vehicles, and today Adam Drake has explained them in his latest YouTube video.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

Save 15% during Pro-Line Racing Creepy Halloween sale

Pro-Line Racing has announced their "Creepy Halloween Sale" with a chance to save 15% and free shipping in the U.S.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 8:22 a.m. View Comments

New MIP 17.5 aluminum Pucks Drive System for the TLR 22 4.0 [VIDEO]

MIP has announced pre-orders are now open for the TLR 22 4.0 aluminum 17.5 racing Pucks Drive System; featuring new two-piece outdrive, tapered bones, and 1.5 pucks.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Pillars split from Kyosho

Shortly before 7:30 PM CT, Kyosho America posted a note on its Facebook page acknowledging that long-time team manager Joe Pillars had resigned.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 8:16 p.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing B64 front top deck, Type 3 steering arms, and TLR 22 diff rebuild kits

Schelle Racing has released a list of new items this week including; a new carbon fiber B64 front top deck, Type 3 steering arms, and TLR 22 diff rebuild and refresh kits.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing Quick LiPo Voltage Checker

Is that pack sitting on your pit table, or strapped into your car, ready to hit the track? Or is it dead? You can find out quickly with the new Muchmore Racing Quick LiPo Voltage Checker.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 12:28 p.m. View Comments

Watch inside a nitro engine as it runs high speed [VIDEO]

While this is not a new video to YouTube, it is quite fascinating, and one that Mike felt is worth sharing for those who have never seen it, and/or for those like himself who could watch this over and over and over. YouTuber JohnnyQ90 replaces the

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Are touring car racers tired of rubber tires?

Until the 2009 season, touring cars prepared for carpet racing in the U.S. were predominately fitted with foam tires. Prolevelrc owner Drew Ellis thinks that a new foam formula — with spec tires and easy-to-follow rules — could help spark growth in t

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 9:07 p.m. View Comments

702 RC Raceway announced 8th annual Toys for Tots benefit race

702 RC Raceway in Las Vegas has announced the 8th annual Toys for Tots benefit race on December 16, 2017.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic E4RS4 aluminum chassis tested at ETS opener

Team Magic Europe has shared that a new prototype aluminum chassis for the E4RS4 touring car was tested at the opening round of the Euro Touring Series, and is a finished product is expected to be released within the next few weeks.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

First look at 2017 IFMAR Worlds track in China

FEMCA's Max Lim, who was instrumental in organizing last year's On-Road Worlds in Beijing and is spearheading the upcoming Electric Off-Road World Championships in Xiamen, posted a sneak peek at the track layout to his Facebook page.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

Suspenseful Team Associated "The Night Shift" clip teasing something new? [VIDEO]

Just in time for Halloween, Team Associated published a short video showing a nighttime security guard bumping into Santa Claus trying to find out what's going on inside the company's headquarters. What kind of vehicle do you think he gets at the end

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 10:39 a.m. View Comments

Watch how to solder ESC and motor wires with Aussie Builds [VIDEO]

Andrew Selvaggi has shared his latest tips and tricks tutorial via his Facebook page AussieBuilds. This edition covers proper techniques and tricks to soldering your ESC and motor wires.

Mike Garrison Oct. 31, 2017, 10:17 a.m. View Comments

New T-Works graphite gearbox shims for the B64/B64D

T-Works has released new graphite gearbox shims for the Team Associated B64 and B64D buggy, ranging from 1.5mm-3.0mm in height.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

XRAY announced a grand prize for the XRS final at Hudy Arena

XRAY has prepared a special grand prize for select drivers that will be attending the XRS Grand Final at Hudy Arena on May 4-6, 2018.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

Traxxas announced $10,000 shopping spree or top fuel ride-along sweepstakes

Enter for your chance to win a top fuel ride-along with Larry Dixon or a $10,000 shopping spree with Traxxas.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

What Team Trinity's Ernie Provetti thinks about handout motors

Team Trinity president Ernie Provetti shared his thoughts about racing events instituting a handout motor rule.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 11:08 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY XT2 2018 stadium truck coming soon

XRAY announced that details of its 2018-spec XT2 stadium truck will be released as soon as in the next few days.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 12:56 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jennifer Lathrop

Not only has Jennifer Lathrop been racing off-road with her husband, Randy, for six years, but she's also one of the fastest dirt oval racers in the country. Learn more about Jennifer "Sippy Cup" Lathrop in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:55 p.m. View Comments

New Caster Racing ETO 821 1/8-scale electric buggy kit

Caster Racing has introduced their new ETO 821 1/8-scale electric buggy kit, which according to Caster has been in testing and development for over two years time.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: 13.5 4wd buggy class - good or bad?

Mike is an avid fan of anything 4wd, and personally he welcomes the growing 13.5 4wd buggy class in 1/10-scale off-road racing. In this week's Moment with Mike, he wants to hear your opinion of the class, and offered up a poll of his own as to whethe

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

New RPM front bumper and skid plate for the Baja Rey

RPM RC Products has released a stock front bumper and skid plate replacement for the Losi Baja Rey, designed to improve protection and durability.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Which car brand will win the IFMAR 2WD World Championship?

As the countdown to the Worlds in China continues, what team do you think will win the coveted 2WD title?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

Absolute Hobbyz Halloween sale event

AbsoluteHobbyz.com is offering up spooky savings this week by offering 10% off everything! Redeem your Halloween savings by entering coupon code "HALLOWEEN" at checkout.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 8:46 a.m. View Comments

Sneak peek of the new LFR EB410 body

Leadfinger Racing has raced on the scene as one of the first to share a sneak peek of a new body for the recently released Tekno RC EB410 1/10-scale 4wd buggy. Little is officially known, but the teaser shared leaves a lot to wonder about.

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments