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WORLDS: The full qual points list!

Here is the complete qual sheet with every driver in attendance. Not only can you find the A-main order, but also any of your friends competing here at the 2016 IFMAR ISTC World Championship in Beijing, China!

Thomas Tran Aug. 27, 2016, 12:22 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: A1 dominated by Coelho

The stage is set, the drivers have done everything they need to prepare themselves for A1 of the 2016 IFMAR ISTC World Championship. It's time to race and A1 was a battle for everyone, but one individual... Xray's Bruno Coelho.

Thomas Tran Aug. 27, 2016, 2:12 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Volker takes A2 with Coelho mistake

A1 went to Xray's Bruno Coelho, but the field will never give up. Yokomo's Ronald Volker would come back in A2 as the weather was rapidly changing and the forecast looking like wind and rain. The race organizers would rush into A2 as soon as possible

Thomas Tran Aug. 27, 2016, 3:37 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Final rounds goes to unstoppable Coelho... grid is set!

The final round of qualifying is underway and the sun is out with nothing but blue skies. The weather is excellent and the temperature near 80F and projected to reach near 90F later today. The stage is set for the final round of qualifying, round 6 w

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 10:55 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Ronald Volker's BD8 World's touring car

The announcement has been confirmed and photos finally released. Ronald Volker has been putting in countless hours with relentless testing to improve the performance of the BD7 2016 with goals to make the car more rounded on different track surfaces.

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 7:40 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: The race is on as Volker TQ's 3rd round

It was do or die for the entire field as Xray's Bruno Coelho already has 2 TQ's and 1 more would pretty much mean he would earn the overall TQ and be in full control of the triple A-mains tomorrow.

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 12:39 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Bruno adds to his advantage with another TQ making it 3!

We start round 2 on a very sunny and hot morning here at the Fengtai Sports Arena and the track is in much better condition than the previous mornings.

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 2:59 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Bruno takes another and the overall TQ!

Round 5 was full of surprises and misfortune for some which proved beneficial for others. With bad luck, comes good luck and those who were able to capitalize would get a bonus in today's final round of qualifying as some of the top drivers would enc

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 7:41 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Atsushi Hara's Worlds touring car

The long, amazing career of Atsushi Hara has been well documented as Hara is one of the most popular drivers around the world.

Thomas Tran Aug. 26, 2016, 2:21 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Numbers by the chart! [UPDATED]

Countries, car manufacturers, electronics, motors, batteries, and ESC's are all on display here at the IFMAR ISTC World Championships and have you ever wondered who's using what and what's most popular at such an event?

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 8:58 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Marc Fischer's Worlds touring car

The Capricorn star is off to a great start here at the 2016 IFMAR ISTC World Champion with excellent speed and strong finishes in free practice.

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 3:17 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Ballistic Bruno makes it 2 TQ's

We start round 2 on a very sunny and hot morning here in at the Fengtai Sports Arena and the track is in much better condition than the previous mornings. Lap times are definitely heading south with the added grip, but the heat is cooking tires and t

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 10:27 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Ryan Maker's Worlds touring car

So far with a pretty good start here at the 2016 IFMAR ISTC Worlds, Australian National Champion Ryan Maker has placed his A800 in the top 20 during free practice. Looking to improve and work his way closer to the top 20, Maker has been putting in a

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 1:08 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Defending Champion Naoto Matsukura's Worlds touring car

Defending touring car IFMAR World Champion, Naoto Matsukura has just won his 4th 1/12th scale title a few days ago here in Beijing and is geared up to defend his crown against the world's best drivers. Trying many things in free practice, Matsukura i

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 2:03 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Bruno strikes first in opening ISTC round

Many hours have been spent on dialing in cars setup and learning the track, but we've finally entered the qualifying rounds here after 6 rounds of practice - and XRAY's Bruno Coelho drew first blood.

Thomas Tran Aug. 25, 2016, 3:18 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Wilck shows his speed early in seeding

After 2 rounds of seeding finished, the track is starting to evolve and the grip on the rise as the times are definitely starting to drop. The sun also making an appearance is also aiding in the grip with tempatures finally near yesterday's hot and h

Thomas Tran Aug. 24, 2016, 11:49 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Marc Rheinard's Worlds touring car

After a shaky start in free practice 1 and 2, Rheinard looks like he's back on track and posting top 5 free practice times as the 3 time IFMAR ISTC is looking to add a 4th title this year. With the track being totally 'green', the team has made the a

Thomas Tran Aug. 24, 2016, 10:25 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Maximum Matsukura takes over to win A1

The wait is over. After days of practice, qualifying, and intense battles on the track... we are ready to start the triple A-main event to find out who will end up where and who will be crowned the 2016 IFMAR 12th scale World Champion.

Thomas Tran Aug. 22, 2016, 2:08 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Matsukura takes his fourth 1/12-scale title with A2 win!

A1 saw Naoto Matsukura shoot to the front and take over the lead from Marc Rheinard. Once the 12th scale specialist was in charge, the pace was too great for the field as Matsukura would cruise to an easy win.

Thomas Tran Aug. 22, 2016, 3:52 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Marc Rheinard's 1/12-scale Worlds car

The iconic colors of Marc Rheinard can be see everywhere in the onroad and offroad scene. This 4 time World Champion is always a factor no matter what car he drives. With 1 World title in 12th scale and current defending IFMAR 12th scale champion, Rh

Thomas Tran Aug. 22, 2016, 2:42 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Akio Sobue's 1/12th scale Worlds car

After the 1st day of qualifying wrapped up, Japanese ace Akio Sobue is really starting to find his groove after 4 rounds sitting 2nd overall.

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 8:37 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Sobue a surprise TQ in first round of qualifying.

After top seed Naoto Matsukura smacked a board and tucked the front bumper of his body shell, fellow Japanese driver Akio Sobue prevailed to set the fastest time of the round.

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 1:46 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Kitazawa TQ's as Japanese drivers finish top 5 in round 3

The Japanese drivers are here and on a mission today at the 2016 IFMAR 1/12th scale World Championship. Round 1 went to Akio Sobue. Round 2 was dominated by Naoto Matsukura. Finally in round 3, we have another Japanese driver earning TQ in round 3...

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 4:03 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Rheinard closed Day One with fourth round TQ and overnight points lead

After struggling with pace and consistency in practice, defending champion Marc Rheinard progressed through the first four rounds of qualifying, eventually setting the fastest time in the final run on Sunday and leading the overall points.

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 5:28 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Hideo Kitazawa's 1/12-scale Worlds car

Perhaps one of the more unfamiliar name in the international race scene, Morotech's Hideo Kitazawa is a race veteran and a beast in his own right. Showing great pace here at the IFMAR 1/12th scale World Championship, Kitazawa is a previous World's A-

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 10:17 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Matsukura makes good in round 2

The first round of qualifying was tough for some, but great for others like round 1 TQ Akio Sobue. As we move into round 2, those who didn't do well will look to improve their results in round 2. One of those looking to improve is 3 time 1/12th scale

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 2:46 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Rheinard reigns supreme in round 5

The 2nd day of qualifying is underway here at the IFMAR World Championship in Beijing, China. The order is currently defending WC Marc Rheinard with the lead over Akio Sobue and Hideo Kitazawa in 3rd. Starting on pole will be a huge advantage as this

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 9:21 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Naoto Matsukura's 1/12-scale Worlds car

One of the most talked about cars in the pits is Naoto's Roche Rapide 2017 as it's something he's been testing for a long time with Max Ma with the desire to perfect the ultimate 1/12th scale weapon. With hours and hours of testing and input from Nao

Thomas Tran Aug. 21, 2016, 1:40 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Alexander Hagberg's 1/12th scale World's car

Taking a close look at Alexander Hagberg's World's car.

Thomas Tran Aug. 20, 2016, 4:56 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Inside Keven Hebert's 1/12-scale Worlds car

The long-time Team Associated on-road ace Keven Hebert is here in Beijing for a shot at a Worlds title in 1/12-scale and 1/10-scale touring car. Keven has won many titles and championships along the way, but still seeking to add the World Champion mo

Thomas Tran Aug. 20, 2016, 8:21 p.m. View Comments

Danish stock TC slayer joins up with Xray for 2016

Danish stock touring car superstar, Steven Olsen returns to Xray and anxious to run the T4 platform for 2016 and forward. Here's what Steven had to say about his signing with Xray.

Thomas Tran April 29, 2016, 1:50 p.m. View Comments

Tekno's Lutz talks about brake linkages [VIDEO]

Setting up your linkages on nitro cars can be a bit of a headache. Tekno's Ryan Lutz breaks down how to dial in your linkages like a boss in the video below to make your life easier.

Thomas Tran April 29, 2016, 7:27 p.m. View Comments

Tekin signs Darren Bloomfield to run their electric program

This just in, Tekin is on the move and signing some very fast talented drivers to add to their line-up in 2016. Former European Champion, UK national champion, Agama's Darren Bloomfield has just signed with Tekin and will be using their electric prod

Thomas Tran April 28, 2016, 6:34 p.m. View Comments

Top and bottom view of the prototype from Team Associated

Probably the most anticipated view of the prototype WC car, Team Associated has posted a picture of their clear plastic, super secret 'Area51' car and has the entire internet buzzing. Is there something on the horizon or is this AE's way of teasing t

Thomas Tran April 28, 2016, 5 p.m. View Comments

Team Associated teases the front end of the prototype car

Team Associated is getting really good at teasing..... Finally, AE shows us the view from the front and had this to say as well. Are you interested? Could it be a WC production car?

Thomas Tran April 28, 2016, 11:41 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases the Aero Front Scoop for more added front end downforce

Always looking for ways to improve the game, JConcepts is hard at work discovering new ways to get downforce to the front end of the B5M for smoother, quicker higher speed corners and overall times. Check out JConcepts' latest creation called the Aer

Thomas Tran April 28, 2016, 11:59 a.m. View Comments

Hohwart shows a glimpse of an AE F1 car!

There seems to be a lot of action going on at Team Associated. First it was 2015 WC teasers, then it was clear plastic prototypes, and under the radar was this post made by racing legend, Rick Hohwart. Could this be true that AE is going F1? How wick

Thomas Tran April 27, 2016, 12:46 p.m. View Comments

Rudy Rico shines at the JConcepts Comstock Challenge!

The JConcepts Comstock Challenge by all measures was a great success. With a completely fresh layout going in the weekend prior by the hard working TTH track crew, brand new pipe, fresh paint and some other minor upgrades the facility was prepped fo

Thomas Tran April 27, 2016, 1:26 p.m. View Comments

Hobbico asks, "What if RC vehicles had a brain?" Endless potential!

There's an interesting video brought to you by Hobbico that presents an important question... "What if an RC vehicle had a brain?" A robotic car? Could this something like a driverless Google car, but an RC version? Voice command and inputs? Controll

Thomas Tran April 27, 2016, 2:16 p.m. View Comments

AE teases another picture of the prototype

Team Associated is at it again teasing another picture. This time, its' a shot of the rear of what is still considered a prototype car of some sort. The obvious is that it is a laydown transmission version of the World Championship winning B5M seen a

Thomas Tran April 27, 2016, 11:49 a.m. View Comments

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