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POLL: What's your favorite type of off-road track?

Do you prefer loamy tracks with ruts, temporary carpet courses, running slicks on high-bite clay, or all of the above?

Aaron Waldron April 4, 2016, 12:50 p.m. View Comments

Blair and Atondo won March Madness

Austin Blair and RC Concepts' Phillip Atondo won the top Buggy and Truck classes, respectively, at the fourth annual event hosted by Central Valley Raceway.

Aaron Waldron April 4, 2016, 12:23 p.m. View Comments

New Maclan Racing carbon fiber on- and off-road car stands

Maclan Racing has released two new car stands made entirely of carbon fiber.

Aaron Waldron April 4, 2016, 11:30 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: RC Tracks of Las Vegas to prepare loamy surface for IFMAR Worlds

After consulting with drivers, teams, manufacturers, and ROAR and IFMAR officials, RC Tracks of Las Vegas co-owner Chris Tocco issued a statement regarding track preparation for the upcoming IFMAR Worlds and Worlds warm-up events.

Aaron Waldron April 4, 2016, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

Serpent Cobra SRX8 buggy officially released

Serpent has published detailed information and a large photo gallery of the new Cobra SRX8 1/8-scale nitro buggy on their website.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 11:59 a.m. View Comments

HUDY's new handheld bearing checker tool

Test bearings of any size for smooth operation with this handy new tool from HUDY.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 7:07 p.m. View Comments

DMS Racer Packz of bulk foam tire insertz

Now you can buy your favorite DMS Racing foam Insertz in packz of 5 or 10 pairs.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 7:02 p.m. View Comments

Watch Pro-Line's new BFGoodrich Baja T/A KR2 short course truck tires in action [VIDEO]

A short course truck fitted with Pro-Line's new officially licensed BFGoodrich off-road tire goes for a blast through deep silt.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 6:57 p.m. View Comments

EXCLUSIVE: ROAR to kill off truggy and stadium truck classes at 2016 Nationals

Citing low entries and ugly vehicles, the North American RC racing sanctioning body has called a merciful end to 1/8-scale truggy and 1/10-scale stadium truck classes at national events.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 1:12 p.m. View Comments

Pro-Line's new Mo' Flo short course truck body

The new Mo' Flo short course truck body features maximum ventilation for superior handling.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 2:32 p.m. View Comments

New Team Associated laydown transmission for 5M-series vehicles [VIDEO]

Team Associated published a short video showing off the long-awaited laydown transmission for the B5M, T5M and SC5M!

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 12:49 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line promo clip shows off 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor monster truck body [VIDEO]

Watch Pro-Line's new monster truck shell, an officially licensed 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor replica, sitting pretty in the studio.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 6:52 p.m. View Comments

XRAY's new optional 4-gear transmission for XB2

XRAY XB2 racers can now install a 4-gear transmission for low-grip tracks.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 12:39 p.m. View Comments

Team Associated RC8.2e RTR brushless 1/8-scale buggy now available as LiPo combo [VIDEO]

Now you can purchase a Team Associated RC8.2e brushless-powered RTR 1/8-scale buggy with a genuine Reedy charger and 4S LiPo pack.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 12:29 p.m. View Comments

New Revolution Design Racing Products Talent device

You've got a super dialed car, the latest batteries, and a hand-picked motor - now the new RDRP Talent provides that last piece of the puzzle you need to reach the winners' circle.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 5:39 p.m. View Comments

Team Associated to release hybrid nitro-electric RC8B3?

Team Associated has managed to shoehorn both a nitro engine and brushless power system with LiPo pack into the race-winning RC8B3 buggy - and we've got a leaked photo!

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 12:24 p.m. View Comments

New Mckune Design snapback flatbill and FlexFit embroidered hats

Mckune Design now offers stylish headgear for the track in both old-school and contemporary styles.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 12:08 p.m. View Comments

Skidmore and Martin won UK Truggy and E-Buggy Nationals opener

NEMO Racing report on their young racer, Johnny Skidmore, winning the E-Buggy class for his first national victory while Lee Martin topped the Truggy final in Deerdale.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 11:47 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Desoto Racing to distribute Sanwa

Florida-based distributor Desoto Racing has announced it will take over sales and support for Sanwa products.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 11:33 a.m. View Comments

Ogden signed with MKS Servos USA

MKS Servos USA picked up another top American off-road racer - Cole Ogden.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 4:38 p.m. View Comments

PROTOform's new Chevrolet Corvette C7.R long-wheelbase 1:8 GT body

PROTOform has released a stunning new Chevy Corvette shell for 1/8-scale GT class vehicles with a 360mm wheelbase - with a shorter 328mm version coming soon.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 11:24 a.m. View Comments

New Hobbico RC Runners [VIDEO]

Hobbico's new LiPo-powered sneakers can make short work of any commute - and save gas to boot!

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 11:10 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Global Hobby Distributors' statement on Airtronics news

Craig Kaplan, product and purchasing manager for Global Hobby Distributors and Hobby People, responded to today's news regarding Airtronics.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 6:59 p.m. View Comments

MIP's new Quick Fill system for Losi 5IVE-T [VIDEO]

Check out the innovative new fuel filling system that MIP designed for the Losi 5IVE-T 1/5-scale short course truck - and watch how it works!

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 12:57 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Airtronics to close its doors

While the future of Sanwa's products in the U.S. is unknown at this time, one thing is for sure - the brand name "Airtronics" is done as we know it.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 4:53 p.m. View Comments

Sneak peek at upcoming Factory RC carbon fiber option parts for Kyosho, XRAY and Yokomo buggies

Sacramento-based accessory brand Factory RC is developing stylish new shock towers for some of today's most popular buggies.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 3:22 p.m. View Comments

New +3.75mm offset aluminum wheel hubs for XRAY XB4

XRAY has introduced another set of aluminum wheel hubs for the XB4 4WD buggy that increase its track width to its widest point yet.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 12:25 p.m. View Comments

New Intech Racing ER-12M 2.0 Lite kit

Now you can purchase the Intech Racing ER-12M 2.0 buggy kit with all of the machined and lightened option parts in one box.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 12:14 p.m. View Comments

Next month's 2016 Pro-Line Lonestar Challenge at Thornhill Racing Circuit to serve as ROAR Nats Warm-Up

Make your plans now for this year's Pro-Line Racing Lonestar Challenge at the newly renovated - and covered - Thornhill Racing Circuit. It's a great chance to get some practice before the ROAR Nationals!

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 2:54 p.m. View Comments

New Kyosho TKI4 high-downforce bodies and lightweight wicker bill hardware

Kyosho Inferno engineer Yuichi Kanai shared information on new option parts for his latest creation, the MP9 TKI4, including two versions of a new high-downforce shell as well as titanium and aluminum wing hardware.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 2:17 p.m. View Comments

G's RC Raceway to host FTM Grip Off-Road Championships in May

G's RC Raceway in Shippensburg, PA will host the inaugural FTM Grip-sponsored event for 1/8-scale nitro and electric off-road vehicles, as well as 4x4 short course trucks.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 7:53 p.m. View Comments

Drake won third round of Pro-Line Local Series at Dialed In Raceway

Mugen Seiki Racing driver Adam Drake won the Pro Nitro Buggy class while MBX7R buggies netted a total of three wins.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 8:15 p.m. View Comments

Rico, Hartson and Waulet won JBRL opener

JConcepts report from Jimmy Babcock Racing League round one, hosted by Coyote Hobbies in Victorville.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 6:55 p.m. View Comments

XRAY's new composite battery straps for XB2 Dirt Edition

XRAY now offers two optional battery straps made of molded medium or hard composite to tune the chassis flex of the dirt-only version of the XB2 buggy.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 12:23 p.m. View Comments

Entries open for official IFMAR Worlds Warm-Up at RC Tracks of Las Vegas

You don't have to be entered in the IFMAR Off-Road World Championships to join the nitro and electric buggy classes to compete in the official warm-up race, scheduled for the first weekend of May.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 11:09 a.m. View Comments

WWHD laydown transmission for AE 5M-series vehicles available through Team Trinity

Team Trinity has announced it will market and distribute the popular transmission conversions created by noted Arizona stock racer Jeff "Humpty" Helms.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

TQ and win for Infinity's Tanaka at second round of Carrera Cup [VIDEO]

After choosing to change tires halfway through the 20-minute final, Infinity team driver Masao Tanaka set record laps on his way to achieving victory from pole position at Kei-Tune Raceway last weekend.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 10:41 a.m. View Comments

New RC-Cox aluminum-carbon fiber hybrid car stands available in four colors

PPM RC Racing has added four stylish new car stands to the RC Cox line of accessories.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 11:27 a.m. View Comments

Optional Intech Racing gear set revises drive ratio for nitro and electric BR-6 buggies

Intech Racing has released new ring, pinion, clutch bell and spur gears to change the BR-6 platform's gear ratios and power delivery for more traction.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 11:48 a.m. View Comments

Turnigy Pick 'n' Pull hard case

The foam liner in Turnigy's new 300x240x50mm case can be customized to safely carry motors, batteries, tools, even a 250-class drone.

Aaron Waldron March 30, 2016, 1:22 p.m. View Comments

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