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New ONE on-road 4 dot head button for 16% nitro fuel

Capricorn's engine brand, ONE, introduced a new new 4 dot head button for their .21 on-road engine which is designed for the use of fuels with 16% nitro.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 9:03 a.m. View Comments

New Schumacher Eclipse LMP12 alloy chassis and lightweight wheel screws

Schumacher has announced a new alloy chassis and lightweight aluminum wheel screws for the Eclipse LMP12 1/12-scale vehicle.

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

Trackside Hobbies and Raceway to host Team Associated Off-Road Championships in October

Trackside Hobbies and Raceway adjusted the schedule for its Team Associated Off-Road Championships to fit the upcoming IFMAR Worlds in China - and will invite the fastest electric off-road racers in the country to compete October 18-22.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

New LRP USB Bridge V3

LRP has released a new third-generation USB bridge so that Flow X users can install different firmware versions.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 3:06 p.m. View Comments

Tilted Worlds clean sweep for Woodyard

Serpent team driver Austin Woodyard dominated the Tilted Worlds, winning all three classes from the TQ spot on the grid.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 3:28 p.m. View Comments

Jemison, Orlowski, Skelding and Smith won oOple Invernational

Schumacher teammates Ben Jemison and Michal Orlowski won the premier 2WD and 4WD buggy classes at Robin Hood Raceway this past weekend for the annual oOple Invernational, while Adam Skelding and Dave Smith topped the Truck classes.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 4:08 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win Modified 2WD Buggy at the ROAR Nationals?

Which driver will take the coveted Modified 2WD Buggy title at the ROAR Nationals at The Track in Gaithersburg, MD this weekend?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Batlle claimed his third Euros title in Sweden

Robert Batlle won his third 1/8-scale off-road European Championship title this past weekend at the MS Eskil Club circuit in Eskilstuna, Sweden.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

New Vision Racing 3D printed 22-4 2.0 battery brace

Vision Racing has released their new 3D printed battery brace for the TLR 22-4 2.0 buggy, designed to shave weight when using 18.5mm shorty LiPo battery packs.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:15 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Cole Tollard

Former Reedy Race open-class winner Cole Tollard drove his Reedy-powered, JConcepts-equipped Team Associated buggy into his first ROAR Nationals A-Main last year. Can he do it again this weekend? Learn more about Cole's life, RC career and future goa

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 11:40 a.m. View Comments

New rules announced for the 2018 RC Chili Bowl SC Modified class

After feeling that the class has "gotten out of hand" since it first started, Scotty Ernst has issued new rules for the SC Modified class at the 2018 RC Chili Bowl.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

BBT Podcast episode fourteen with Serpent's Tony Evdoka

Episode #14 of the BBT Podcast featured Serpent's Tony Evdoka, which discussed the UK National Series, the Serpent brand, car design, and more.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

ROAR announced new revisions to electric brushless motor rules

ROAR has announced a list of revisions being made to the electric brushless motor rules, which will take effect on October 1, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

New Novarossi ROLLING 7-port .21 off-road engine

Novarossi released a new 7-port off-road engine called ROLLING, with a lightened engine head and 3-needle carburetor.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

Team Orion Ultimate Modified brushless motors now ROAR approved

Team Orion announced that its Ultimate Modified lineup of brushless motors has received approval from ROAR.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

How to program drag brake, brake strength, neutral width, timing profiles and motor type on Tekin ESC's [VIDEO]

Team Tekin published five new how-to videos where team manager Randy Pike explains how to program the company's speed controls.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m. View Comments

Team EAM named North American distributor for 7075.it Special Parts

7075.it products will now be distributed throughout the U.S. and Canada by Team EAM.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11 a.m. View Comments

New Imbue center spine brace, front arm stiffener bushings and brass C-block for MBX7R

Imbue Motorsports released three new options for the popular MBX7R platform to stiffen up the chassis and front arms, as well as add a bit of weight to the rear end.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

New Powerstar PM-series all-metal servos

Powerstar released a new lineup of servos for surface RC applications, with silver-edged black aluminum cases for extra durability and improved heat dissipation.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

New VRP droop gauges

Vision Racing Products released two new versions of its droop gauge, which made to fit either 5-40 or 3mm nuts to take the guesswork out of measuring droop.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 9:25 a.m. View Comments

Triple win for Lutz at Futaba O.S. Challenge

Tekno RC's Ryan Lutz cleaned up at St. Louis Dirtburners for the annual Futaba O.S. Challenge, winning the Nitro Buggy and Truck finals as well as the E-Buggy main events.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

New O.S. Speed B21 TY2 off-road buggy engine

A new version of the O.S. Speed Engines B2101 engine called the B21 TY2 is now available, named after former world champion Ty Tessmann and including a 90mm exhaust header along with a new 5.8mm carb venturi.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 7:55 a.m. View Comments

Tebo joined BOOMrc Graphics

Off-road all-star Jared Tebo signed with BOOMrc Graphics, and the two parties will be teaming up for a Tebo Signature Series of products.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11:09 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing Nova slipper clutch for B64 platform

Schelle Racing is preparing to release Nova slipper clutch for the B64 and B64D, which is lighter, lasts longer and provides better driving feel than the stock assembly.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:55 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Pro-Line Buck Shot in action [VIDEO]

Earlier this week, Pro-Line Racing issued a formal press release on the Buck Shot tire we first saw at the ROAR Nationals - and now they've published a new video about the fresh tread pattern.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC Stripe beanie

Be ready for when winter hits with this stylish beanie from Tekno RC.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 10:53 a.m. View Comments

Mugen Challenge returning to LCRC Raceway at end of August

In three weeks, Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake will host an instructional clinic for 20 drivers - before defending his win from last year's event at LCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax black-golden off-road ride height gauge

Arrowmax super-sized its black-golden ride height gauge, making it appropriate for 1/8-scale off-road vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:08 a.m. View Comments

Tekin ESC factory reset function explained by Randy Pike [VIDEO]

Tekin's Randy Pike demonstrates performing a Factory Reset, which is a commonly overlooked feature on all Tekin ESC's, and which can be used to help diagnose an issue while also clearing all user set values, resetting the ESC back to its default set

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

The Kansas Dirt Oval Champions crowned at Checkered Flag Raceway

The 2017 Kansas Dirt Oval Championship, better known as “The KDOC”, was once again hosted by the Kansas Dirt Slingers club at their home track of Checkered Flag R/C Raceway in Bonner Springs, Kansas. After a full day of racing, the 2017 Kansas Dirt O

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:28 a.m. View Comments

Double victory for Reeves highlighted HNMC Members GP

Every year, the Herts Nitro Model Club hosts a free racing event with barbecue lunch to thank its members - and this year, Simon Reeves won both the nitro and electric buggy finals.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing LCG IMPACT 4300mAh 2S shorty LiPo

Muchmore Racing has introduced their newest IMPACT series battery the all-new 4300mAh 120C 2S LCG shorty pack.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:53 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Schelle Racing Car Bag

For this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike was able to get his hands on the highly talked about new Schelle Racing Innovations Car Bag. With claims that Schelle has "taken the car bag to a whole new level", Mike sets out to determine whether or not

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

New Hiro Seiko Titanium and aluminum screw kits for the MTC1

Hiro Seiko has released three new screw kits for the Mugen Seiki MTC1 touring car including a full Titanium screw set, and two Titanium/aluminum screw sets.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:45 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity shock oils

Creation Model released a new range of shock oils to complement its growing line of Infinity vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:22 a.m. View Comments

Official release of Tamiya TB EVO.7 shaft-driven touring car kit

Tamiya America published complete details of the upcoming TB EVO.7 shaft-driven touring car, which is set to hit store shelves October 20.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Traxxas TRX-4 pre-cut bodies and red accessories

Traxxas has released new pre-cut bodies (available in silver, red, or clear), red differential cover, and red bumper tow rings for the TRX-4 crawler.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

New T-Works stainless steel rear skid plates for 1/8-scale buggy

T-Works has released their new stainless steel rear skid plates for the Mugen, Kyosho, SWORKz, Hong Nor, and HB Racing 1/8-scale buggies.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

New Team EAM Graphene 1S LiPo pack

Team EAM added a 1S pack to its LiPo lineup made with Graphene chemistry that results in lower resistance, higher voltage and improved performance.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 9:24 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Phend took two wins, Maifield topped 4WD and Cavalieri crushed short course at last year's ROAR Nationals [VIDEO]

Team Losi Racing star Dakotah Phend earned the Top Qualifying spot in 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck at last year's ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals, hosted by the Hobbytown USA Hobbyplex, and won two of the finals - with then-teammate Ryan Maifield taki

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

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