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Tyler Hooks

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Tyler Hooks

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 tyler@liverc.com

Tyler Hooks is a recent college graduate with a BBA in management and a Minor in Communications from St. Edwards University as well as a ROAR Stock National Champion and was apart of the IFMAR World Championship USA team in 2016. Tyler is currently an Editor as well as in the Advertising department at Live Race Media and frequently is apart of the broadcast team at major events.

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Latest From Tyler

  • Media
    New Team Magic Transmitter and Receiver
     Team Magic has released a new transmitter and receiver for use in surface applications.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2021, 11:55 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New SMART Engine Lapping Break In System
     The SMART Engine Lapping System offers a switchable module between the Oil Bath Break In Method and Running Oil Break In Method, you can select a specific module for your preference.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2021, 12:03 p.m. View Comments
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    Culmsee Signs With Team Xray
     Xray is happy to announce that Danish driver Pelle Culmsee is joining the Xray Racing Team to race the Xray XB8 and XT8 platforms.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2021, 11:27 a.m. View Comments
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    New Shift RCS Shorty Servo
     Shift RCS is ready to release an all new shorty servo option for racing or bashing applications.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2021, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Silly Season: Maifield Moves to VP Fuels
     Ryan Maifield was seen running VP Fuels this past weekend at the 2021 Alabama Manufacturer Shootout.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2021, 12:45 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Sterling Signs With Coast 2 Coast and Tekno RC
     Next up in the Coast2Coastrc & TeknoRCAustralia Team'22 lineup is Ben Sterling, a well known name in the aussie and international RC scene.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 3:31 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Magic E6 III BES+ Monster Truck
     The E6 III BES+ Monster Truck is the perfect weapon for the pilot who is looking for performance.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 1:47 p.m. View Comments
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    New Futaba T10PX Radio System
     Futaba has released some information about the all new T10PX surface radio.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 3:26 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Jetko Power Truggy Tires
     Jetko is proud to announce for release, two new patterns of 1/8 Truggy tires!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 3:34 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Power HD MTC2 S15-M Servo
     Power HD has announced the release of their Mugen MTC2 specific servo, the S15-M.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, noon View Comments
  • Media
    Jean-Pierrick Sartel Signs With Wartelle Shop and Tekno RC
     Jean Sartel has signed with Wartelle Shop to race Tekno RC cars and trucks in the 2022 season.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 3:41 p.m. View Comments
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    New HB Racing Eat Sleep Race Repeat Shirts
     HB Racing have just released a new lifestyle T-shirt for track or casual wear.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2021, 1:51 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New PSM MBX8 Optional Shock Towers
     PSM has released a new set of shock towers with optimized geometry, this front and rear shock tower setup offers an alternative setup solution for the Mugen Seiki MBX8 vehicle.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 2:50 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Knob and Launch Monster Truck Tires
     JConcepts has released two new monster truck tread patterns named the Knobs and Launch tires.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 4:46 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2022 GRP UK Grand Prix
     GRP Tires is excited to bring you the GRP 2022 UK Grand Prix, which will be a controlled tyre event for both 1/8th Nitro/E-Buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 2:28 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    21/22 Schumacher Racing Workshop Series R2 Results
     This past weekend was the second round of the fantastic Worksop series, as always there was a great entry of drivers present. Find the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 1:57 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Berton and Ronnefalk Depart HB Racing
     Adrien Bertin and David Ronnefalk have announced the decision to end their contract with HB Racing and Neidhart SA.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 4:47 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Power HD 80kg Large Scale Servo
     With the fresh full-metal case waterproof design, the Power HD WH-80KG offers 8.4V high-voltage compatibility, up to 80kg-cm of torque.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 1:26 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Vysin Joins Team Xray
     Xray is happy to announce that Czech driver Jiri Vysin is joining the Xray Racing Team to race the Xray X4 platform.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 2:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Nathobuilds Adjustable Tool Holder
     New to the Nathobuilds line is this lightweight, stylish and customizable Tool Holder that is designed and produced in Australia by Nathobuilds.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2021, 2:07 p.m. View Comments

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    New JConcepts Titanium Valve Stem Covers
     JConcepts expands the line-up and adds another 1:1 vehicle accessory with the titanium valve stem cover.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2021, 10:50 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [11/03 - 11/10]
     As 1/8th scale season ends, and 1/10th scale season begins, the Livetime system saw an uptick in entries with almost 12,000 this past weekend. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 17, 2021, 11:54 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Associated Rival MT8 RTR
     Team Associated is proud to bring you the latest version in the monster truck line-up. The RIVAL MT8 is a powerful, purposeful, and built-to-last 1:8 scale monster truck capable of running on a single 6S or 4S LiPo battery.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2021, 10:45 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Infinity Team Spec Bearings
     The new Infinity bearings are high-grade Japanese bearings are used to create an extremely smooth drivetrain. The Infinity logo is also included to prove that it is team spec.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2021, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2021 Binona RC Champion and Rising Star Cup Announcement
     As we start the RC schedule for this year Binona RC is pleased to announced the Binona Champion and Rising Star Cup in an effort to recognize the performance and commitment of our persistent drivers.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2021, 10:54 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Jerome Aigoin Wins Charme Cup
     The top French drivers all attended the Charme Cup this past weekend, check out the nitro buggy results here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2021, 11:04 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2021 Absolute Hobbyz Thanksgiving Sale
     Absolute Hobbyz is pleased to announce their Thanksgiving Sale for 2021.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 10:31 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New PSM Optional Aluminum RC8B3 Shock Towers
     The new PSM RC8B3 shock towers move the mounting locations up and have alternative spacing for different options than stock.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 11:20 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Sworkz S12-2D Dirt Racing Kit
     The SWORKz S12-2D (Dirt Edition) 1/10 2WD is designed for pure racing.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 11:13 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2021 RC Pro Series Finals Results
     The final round of the 2021 RC Pro Series took place this past weekend at Thornhill Racing Circuit with 252 entries attending, click here to see how the results ended up.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 3:05 p.m. View Comments
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    2021 JConcepts Super Cup Fall Series Results
     This past weekend the JConcepts Team attended their local Super Cup Championship Series! Check out the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 2:37 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Laps at KMS Showdown [VIDEO]
     Enjoy a bit of Mugen Seiki Racing's Adam Drake running laps during practice at the KMS Showdown in Michigan.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 10:49 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    No Name RC Podcast: Lance Macdonald
     This week on The No Name Podcast, joining Lefty in the studio this week is long time Race Director Lance Macdonald.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 11:32 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Binona Al Ain Sportsplex Race Results
     After more than a year of absence from the off road track, driven by COVID and a very hot summer Al Ain Sportsplex finally opened for the off road season this past Friday the 5th of November.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 10:43 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Ruddog Off-Road and On-Road Car Stands
     The Ruddog Products aluminium car stands provide you with a sturdy basis for set-up and repair work on your chassis, and also includes labelled holes for shock maintenance.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 11:05 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Silly Season: Tebo Tests Reds Engines
     Jared Tebo was photographed this past weekend testing Reds Racing engines at the Tekno Winter Series at The Hobbyplex.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2021, 5:14 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Ran Out of Talent: Episode 88
     On this episode of Ran Out of Talent, Joe and Ryan talk about local races and they have fun answering listener questions.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 11 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2021 Czech National On-Road Championship Results
     The third round of Czech nationals was hosted last weekend by Marcel Dostal in capital Prague. Check out the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2021, 10:57 a.m. View Comments
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    2021/2022 RC Oval Winter Series Round 1 Announcement
     Round #1 of the Radio Controlled Oval League Winter Series takes place at D&J Raceway in Wooster Ohio on November 14th.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2021, 11:14 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Widmaier Wins 2021 Halloween Race
     SWORKz Factory Driver Micha Widmaier won at the 1/10 Indoor Halloween Race in Können/Germany.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2021, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

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