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Watch Drake describe his new nitro engine break-in method [VIDEO]

Follow along as Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake talks about how he prepares his O.S. Speed Engines to hit the track.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 12:43 p.m. View Comments

New PROTOform MS7 and Type-S 190mm touring car bodies

PROTOform introduced two new lids for the competitive 190mm touring car category, one with reduced downforce for high-grip surfaces and one that's designed to provide maximum control.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 7:23 p.m. View Comments

New MIP Pucks drive system for B6 now available for pre-order

If enough customers show interest in ordering the new 17.5-class-ready Pucks system for the B6, MIP will put it into production - shaving a whopping 50% of rotating weight!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 6:54 p.m. View Comments

New front bumper for Capricorn C803

Capricorn introduced an optional front bumper assembly for the C803 that is stiffer, and gives the racer the option of mounting the body directly to the bumper.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

Dominant double win for Maifield at inaugural IOCC

Team Orion-powered Team Yokomo star Ryan Maifield won both the 2WD and 4WD finals from the front of the grid at the first-ever International Off-Road Carpet Championships.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 6:43 p.m. View Comments

Team Magic Europe signed Van de Wal

Sixteen-year-old Dutch touring car frontrunner Jari Van de Wal joined the Team Magic Europe squad.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY X1 2018 coming soon

Following yesterday's release of the 2018 edition XB4 1/10-scale 4wd buggy, comes a teaser from XRAY introducing the soon to be released X1 2018 formula racing kit. Stay tuned for more details coming soon.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

Hobbico announced ARRMAgeddon Bash n' Dash 2017 event

Hobbico has announced the ARRMAgeddon Bash n' Dash on October 28th at Falcon Hobby Supply in Springfield, Illinois.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:32 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent 190mm wide front suspension set for the F110 SF3

Serpent has introduced a 190mm wide upgrade set for the front suspension of the ETS-series winning F110 SF3.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

2017 IIC event recap - Volker victorious, Euro Truck racing, FPV touring cars, and more

Read the complete race recap from the 2017 International Indoor Championships held at the Westgate Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

Watch the new JConcepts Slash 4x4 monster truck conversion showcased at Monsters On The Beach [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing a recent R/C Monster Truck trip. Highlighting the JConcepts Monster Truck conversion kit for the Slash 4x4, JConcepts made their way up the East Coast of the United States to attend Monsters On The Beach,

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY X10'18 2mm 7075 T6 aluminum flex chassis

XRAY has released a new aluminum chassis for the X10'18, designed to increase traction, stability, and steering in specific conditions.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New Powergistix RC engine break-in service

Powergistix RC has emerged on the scene with several new products lately, and have now announced a new engine break-in service using the highly talked about EBIS break-in system.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:02 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity aluminum flex chassis for the IF14

Infinity has released a new 7075 alloy black anodized chassis for the IF14 touring car, designed for the upcoming indoor carpet racing season.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Strike 3 body for the MBX-7R

JConcepts has released their newest Strike series body with the new Strike 3 for the Mugen Seiki MBX-7R 1/8-scale nitro buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Watch the Team Associated Off-Road Championships LIVE from Trackside Raceway this weekend [VIDEO]

World champions Spencer Rivkin, Jared Tebo and Ryan Cavalieri are among the stars scheduled to attend the Team Associated Off-Road Championships at Trackside Hobbies and Raceway this weekend, and you'll be able to watch every lap of the racing action

Aaron Waldron Oct. 17, 2017, 3:54 p.m. View Comments

New LFR A2 Tactic body for the EB48.4

Leadfinger Racing has continued to expand their A2 Tactic range of bodies with their newest release for the Tekno RC EB48.4 1/8-scale electric buggy.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

Watch the 29th annual NRCTPA World Finals highlights [VIDEO]

JConcepts has released a new video showcasing the NR/CTPA World Finals in Montpelier, Ohio.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO aluminum 1/8-scale wing washers

VP-PRO has released new black aluminum wing washers for mounting 1/8-scale buggy and truck wings.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New HRC Dual Star PRO Charger coming soon

HRC Distribution has shared a teaser of the new Dual Star PRO Charger, set to be released in December, 2017.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

New Matrix Racing Tires FlexFit hat

Matrix Racing Tires has released their new FlexFit hat, available in multiple sizes, embroidered with Matrix logo, and features a semi-curved bill.

Mike Garrison Oct. 17, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

Fundraiser for the Albano family after losing everything in California wildfire

As R/C racers, we are all competitors on the race track, but we are family off the race track. With the devastating fires in California comes devastating news from Team Yokomo driver and friend, Eric Albano. The Albano's and so many others have been

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Are you guilty of any of these RC racing faux pas?

Have you cheated at an RC race? Used gear from a company other than your sponsor? Taken someone out? Check all that apply!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

Drake and Ogden won California Nitro Cup

Dialed In RC Raceway hosted the California Nitro Cup last weekend, where Adam Drake won the Nitro and Electric Buggy classes and Mugen Seiki Racing teammate Cole Ogden topped the Truck final.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:38 p.m. View Comments

New Capricorn red and black hats

Capricorn has released two new baseball-style hats: a red one with a flat bill, and a black one with a curved bill.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:47 p.m. View Comments

New LRP Flow X version 5.2 ESC firmware update

LRP has released their newest Flow X ESC firmware update to prevent the occasional sensor wire error where a connected motor was not recognized by the ESC.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:45 a.m. View Comments

New 3DRC SF3 and YR-10 fan boosters and diffusors

After making their fan boosters and diffusors for the XRAY X1 and Team Associated F6 vehicles, 3DRC has made the whole range for 30x30mm and 40x40mm fans and rear diffusors for the Serpent SF3 and Yokomo YR-10 chassis kits.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

Nault and McNair combined for three wins at Region 9 championships

405 RC Raceway hosted the Region 9 championships this past weekend, where Reedy-powered Team Associated driver Trevor Nault won the Modified 2WD and 4WD buggy classes and teammate Rhett McNair added the 13.5 2WD title.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 6:01 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Alex Miller

The 2017 edition of the JConcepts Fall Indoor Nationals a couple of weeks ago was not the first time that Alex Miller found his place on the podium. Miller finished fourth in 2WD and third in 4WD against some tough competition from those in the North

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 7:06 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 2018 4WD off-road buggy kit

XRAY released the new-for-2018 version of the defending world, U.S., European and EOS champion XB4 4WD off-road buggy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 16, 2017, 5:13 p.m. View Comments

Watch the new Pro-Line PRO-MT 1/10-scale 4x4 monster truck in action [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing has introduced their new 4x4 pre-built monster truck dubbed the PRO-MT 4x4. Watch it in action in the Pro-Line promo.

Mike Garrison Oct. 16, 2017, 9:09 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Coelho's incredible run to the 4WD world championship [VIDEO]

Tuesday marked the two-year anniversary XRAY's Bruno Coelho wrapping up the 2015 IFMAR 4WD title in dominating fashion, leaving no doubt as to who the fastest driver on the planet was that day — but it wasn't without a bit of controversy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 12:04 a.m. View Comments

Fourth annual Full Throttle RC Park Mayhem Race scheduled for November 17-19

The Full Throttle RC Park in Green Island, New York announced that its annual Mayhem Race will take place over two days for the first time, with additional practice on Friday, to pack more fun into the third weekend of November.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 5:24 p.m. View Comments

Breathtaking GTA Raceway scale Mini-Z and drifting course in Montreal to open for testing next week

Over four months of work (and more than 2000 LED's) went into the creation of GTA Raceway, a spectacular new Mini-Z track set to open in Toronto next week.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 6:03 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing titanium puck bones and 81-tooth POM spur gear for B64

These new lightweight titanium front and rear driveshaft bones and 81-tooth POM spur gear from Exotek Racing are designed to upgrade the drivetrain of the B64 platform.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:39 p.m. View Comments

Falcon Hobby Supply to host ARRMAgeddon Bash-n-Dash October 28th

Hobbico and Falcon Hobby Supply are teaming up for a day of RC fun, including a kids area, long jump contest, high jump competition, tug o' war, 100-yard dash, raffle and more!

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

New LMR two-car carrying bags

LMR released a versatile new bag design that can be carrying as a duffel or backpack, and is big enough to hold up to two 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:58 p.m. View Comments

How oval racer Erik Steel reaches out to the next generation of racers

Erik Steel mimicked his favorite full-size race car drivers by carrying a stack of printed cards with him to sign and hand out to kids at the Northeast Oval Racers Association season opener at Lake City Speedway — hopefully hooking future racers into

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 4:04 p.m. View Comments

New Version B shock towers for Infinity IF14

Creation Model released optional shock towers for the Infinity IF14 touring car with different shock mounting positions to provide a more stable feel.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:11 p.m. View Comments

New HRC Racing 5800mAh 4S LiPo pack

HRC Racing released a new, high-capacity 4S LiPo battery intended for providing power to 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 13, 2017, 1:18 p.m. View Comments

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