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Cooper cashed out as 702's High Rollers Race expert sedan winner [VIDEO]

Ryan Cooper cashed out with the win this past weekend at the 702 RC Raceway's second annual High Rollers on-road race.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 10:45 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax black and gold chassis droop gauge

Arrowmax-RC has released their new -3mm to 10mm chassis droop gauge for 1/10 and 1/8-scale vehicles in black and gold finish.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 11:24 a.m. View Comments

Bloomfield crowned the 2017 UK E-Buggy National Champion

NEMO Racing's Darren Bloomfield has wrapped up the 2017 UK 1/8-scale E-Buggy Championship title with one round of the series remaining.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 11:53 a.m. View Comments

New Raw Speed glossy smooth wheels for the TLR 22 coming soon

Raw Speed has shared a first look at their new wheels designed for the TLR 22 platform, featuring a glossy smooth finish for easier cleaning.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: The two-point conversion

The future viability of RC racing requires achieving a pair of goals — unfortunately, fixing those problems is not as simple as it sounds.

Aaron Waldron July 25, 2017, 6:01 p.m. View Comments

ROAR NATS: Maifield defended E-Buggy title, Phend back on top in 4x4 short course, Tessmann won first E-Truck championship [VIDEO]

AMain Performance Hobbies hosted an alarmingly small crowd for the ROAR 1/8-Scale Electric Off-Road Nationals this past weekend, but the battle for the overall victories in all three classes was certainly intense. Mugen Seiki Racing star Ryan Maifiel

Aaron Waldron July 24, 2017, 12:07 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Teemu Leino

Finnish racer Teemu Leino has been racing at an elite level in a variety of classes — nitro and electric, on-road and off — for over 20 years. Learn more about his RC career, his life and more in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron July 24, 2017, 4:47 p.m. View Comments

Pro-Line Summer Shootout 2.0 highlights with Giraldo RC [VIDEO]

Chris Giraldo, of Giraldo RC, has shared with us the latest video highlights reel from the 2017 Pro-Line Summer Shootout 2.0 held in Lake City, Florida. Giraldo takes you on-board, flying over head, through the pits, and around the track to recap thi

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Have you ever built your own private track?

Whether it's a full-featured dirt layout in the backyard, or a course set up in the cul de sac, have you ever built your own private practice track?

Aaron Waldron July 24, 2017, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

Checkered Flag R/C Raceway prepared to host 2017 Kansas Dirt Oval Championship

This weekend will host the annual Kansas Dirt Oval Championship at Checkered Flag R/C Raceway in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The event is expected to see a number of the regions top dirt oval R/C racers in attendance, and is presented by the Kansas Dirt

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 10:05 a.m. View Comments

New ONE .21 nitro on-road engine

After releasing various option parts in the previous weeks, the Capricorn owned engine brand, ONE, has introduced their new .21 on-road racing engine.

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

New Team STRC graphite and aluminum Traxxas 4Tec 2.0 option parts

Team STRC has released new graphite and CNC machined aluminum options for the Traxxas 4Tec 2.0 Ford GT and Mustang GT models.

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 9:02 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO high down-force bodies for the MP9E and SRX8E

VP-PRO's newest off-road bodies are designed as high downforce options for the Kyosho MP9E and Serpent SRX8E electric 1/8-scale buggies.

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

New REDS Racing black and red snapback hat

REDS Racing has introduced a new edition REDS edition black and red FlexFit snapback hat.

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 10:48 a.m. View Comments

Coelho crowned the EFRA 1/10-scale off-road 4wd European champion

Reigning IFMAR 4wd buggy World Champion, Bruno Coelho, captures the 2017 4wd buggy European Championship win following a TQ performance in qualifying.

Mike Garrison July 23, 2017, 10:39 p.m. View Comments

MOMENT WITH MIKE: Save your sorry tough guy

Following a weekend watching some aggressive racing, Mike has decided that it's not being taken out that makes him mad, but rather the "Sorry bro" that follows it. In this week's Moment with Mike he shares is opinions on why he prefers that you save

Mike Garrison July 23, 2017, 10:39 p.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: Dreighton Stoub

After a win at CRCRC, a podium finish at the E-Nats and a surprising qualifying run at the ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals, 14-year-old Dreighton Stoub is one of favorites in the Stock classes at this weekend's ROAR Nationals. Stoub chatted with Tyler H

Tyler Hooks July 23, 2017, 1:51 p.m. View Comments

New VRP XV2 2-hole and 3-hole +1 pistons

Vision Racing Products released new two- and three-hole XV2 pistons with an additional 1.0mm hole, which creates increased grip and a plusher, more consistent feel.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 10:54 a.m. View Comments

TLR gear diff rebuilding and maintenance tips

In his latest Team Losi Racing blog post, JR Mitch offered advice on rebuilding and maintaining the gear differential used in the 1/10-scale 22 lineup.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

New Tamiya TB Evo.7 official details and images

After the first image was leaked earlier this month, Tamiya released specifics and new pictures of the TB Evo.7 shaft-driven touring car.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 12:48 p.m. View Comments

Watch Kanai describe Kyosho's new aeration shock caps for MP9 [VIDEO]

Kyosho released new aeration shock caps for the MP9 series of buggies, which increase grip and settle more quickly after jumps. Watch famed designer Yuichi Kanai talk about them!

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

Watch the HPI Trophy Truggy Flux kick up dust [VIDEO]

HPI Racing enlisted Motion Tactics to capture the Trophy Truggy Flux spraying sand everywhere on a stretch of fire road.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 12:33 p.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Octagon 2WD and 4WD buggy tires

JConcepts released a new, slick-type tire for 1/10-scale buggies called the Octagon, with a new rounded carcass and subtle tread pattern.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:52 a.m. View Comments

Third annual JConcepts Outdoor Turf Nationals scheduled for September

For the third year in a row, RC Madness will host the JConcepts Outdoor Turf Nationals - taking place this year on September 8-10.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

Team Trinity launched new website

Team Trinity refreshed the look of its home page with revamped navigation to browse the company's motors, batteries, accessories and option parts.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:42 a.m. View Comments

New Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 Ford Mustang GT RTR touring car coming soon [GALLERY]

Traxxas is preparing to release a new version of its 4-Tec 2.0 ready-to-run touring car, this time topped with an officially licensed replica of the iconic Mustang GT.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

Hofer and Ramos signed with Muchmore Racing

Former ETS pro stock champion Martin Hofer and reigning Portuguese off-road cup winner Fábio Ramos have joined the Muchmore Racing team.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing P-Zero GT body for USGT-class racing

Exotek Racing released its first Lexan shell for the high-speed USGT class, combining flared fenders, an aggressive front splitter, and shaped side skirts for maximum downforce.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 8:30 a.m. View Comments

New X-Factory 14-packs of carbide diff balls

In addition to the previous 12-packs, X-Factory RC now offers its carbide diff balls in 14-packs to fit modern vehicles.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 8:22 a.m. View Comments

New Ultimate Racing special tool for turnbuckles and nuts

The latest tool in the Ultimate Racing portfolio can fit six different sizes of turnbuckles and nuts.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 8:17 a.m. View Comments

New PROTOform Corvette C7.R 190mm touring car body, Bona Fide t-shirt and VTA-spec tires [VIDEO]

PROTOform has released a new, officially-licensed Corvette shell for touring cars, a fresh Bona Fide t-shirt design, and the brand's first-ever tire — the perfect choice for Vintage Trans Am racing.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 7:57 a.m. View Comments

New 3DRC Aero Type A and Type B touring car wings

3DRC released two new wing designs to fit 190mm touring cars, each providing a different aerodynamic profile.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

New MIP turnbuckle wrenches

Now you can add turnbuckle wrenches — in 3.25, 3.70, and 4.00mm sizes — to your box full of tools from MIP.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 10:52 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Tekin HotWire 3.0 with Bluetooth for iOS and Android

When Mike first saw the prototype Team Tekin Racing HotWire 3.0 on display at the 2016 IIC, he was overjoyed to hear about its Bluetooth iOS capabilities. Mike has now had the opportunity to try the new HotWire 3.0 for himself, and he determines whet

Mike Garrison July 20, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Wang highlighted ninth annual Timezone GP and Sven Boehringer Family Reunion Race

After nine years, the Timezone GP has now been named the Sven Boehringer Family Reunion Race, honoring a racer who died last year. JJ Wang won the Modified Touring Car and 1/8-Scale Nitro Open finals this past weekend, earning the biggest accolades o

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

New VP-Pro high-downforce body for SRX8E

VP Pro has introduced a new clear Lexan shell for the SRX8E electric buggy that's designed to provide maximum downforce for better handling.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 7:37 a.m. View Comments

New HB Racing D817 0.8-module main gears IFMAR-legal rear wings [UPDATED]

HB Racing now offers finer-toothed spur gears and clutch bells for the D817, which are more efficient, as well as an IFMAR-legal rear wing available in three color choices.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

New VBC Racing team t-shirt

VBC Racing introduced a stylish new activewear t-shirt that's lightweight and quick-absorbing.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 7:58 a.m. View Comments

New adjustable rear H-arm suspension kit for Yokomo YD-2 and YD-4

Team Yokomo released an new adjustable H-arm rear suspension conversion for its YD-2 and YD-4 drift cars which make it easy to alter the car's track width, both to suit different body styles as well as alter performance.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 7:50 a.m. View Comments

New RC Concept SC10R speed control

After team driver Renaud Savoya finished third at the European Championships for 2WD yesterday RC Concept released details of its latest 1/10-scale racing ESC called the SC10R.

Aaron Waldron July 20, 2017, 8:54 a.m. View Comments

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