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Gray signed with MKS

East Coast off-road racer Deon Gray joined the MKS Servos USA team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 2:21 p.m. View Comments

New Dynamite Prophet Sport Mini AC/DC multi-chemistry charger

Horizon Hobby brand Dynamite is preparing to release a small charging system called the Prophet Sport Mini that can power up LiPo, LiFe, LiHV, and NiMH batteries.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 11:46 a.m. View Comments

Hadley, Rasheed and Cullings won Northwest Championship tour

Keith Hadley won the Nitro and Electric Buggy titles in the Northwest Championship Tour while Tekno RC teammates Derek Rasheed and Cole Cullings added one each.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 4:49 p.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming KO Propo RSx3 One10 Flection low-profile servo

KO Propo posted this image to the Facebook page of its Japanese headquarters on Wednesday, showing an upcoming low-profile servo called the RSx3 One10 Flection.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 11:39 a.m. View Comments

CAD images of upcoming SOAR Seiki 998 TD1R nitro buggy kit

SOAR Seiki's newest 1/8-scale nitro buggy, the 998 TD1R, is almost here — and they've released some of the major CAD images showing chassis details.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 10:20 a.m. View Comments

XRAY Racing Series 2018 Italy Tour schedule

XRAY announced the dates for its three-race Italy Tour 2018.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

Leisure Hours Raceway to host Horizon Hobby Midwest Classic in December

Team Losi Racing drivers Dakotah Phend, JR Mitch and JP Richards will be at Leisure Hours RC Raceway for the Horizon Hobby Midwest Classic December 8-10 to host a Pro Q & A session, and the Spektrum RC service staff will be on site as well.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 3, 2017, 2:42 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Kinwald and Hirosaka won 1997 IFMAR Worlds [VIDEO]

This year’s IFMAR World Championship, to be held in Xiamen, China, will mark the 20th anniversary of a special highlight in the RC world, particularly for two of the biggest stars the RC world has ever known: Brian Kinwald and Masami Hirosaka.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2017, 7:52 p.m. View Comments

New AME aluminum backbone for BD8 platform

RUDDOG introduced the new Team AME aluminum backbone optional chassis brace for the BD8 touring car series that is stiffer than the previously-released carbon fiber piece.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2017, 12:22 p.m. View Comments

JConcepts looking for team drivers for 2018 season

Interested racers must fill out an application by November 30 to be considered for the 2018 JConcepts team roster.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 3:17 p.m. View Comments

Rogers appointed Kyosho America team manager

Kyosho America named six-year factory driver Zack Rogers its new team manager.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 4:23 p.m. View Comments

New AVID aluminum steering arm and wing posts for RC10F6

AVID introduced new blue-anodized, silver-highlighted aluminum posts that can be used on the steering arms and rear wing mounts of the RC10F6.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

Watch an ARRMA Outcast fly over a pumpkin patch [VIDEO]

Hobbico's Keep It RC channel posted a new video with an orange-painted ARRMA Outcast hitting a ramp placed among a field of pumpkins.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 2:51 p.m. View Comments

Stickit1Racing accepting sponsorship applications through end of November

Those interested in joining the Stickit1Racing team for 2018 have until the end of the month to apply.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 2:25 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing titanium YZ-2 front axles and 22 4.0 aluminum wing mount and lightweight motor plate

Exotek Racing now offers an aluminum rear wing mount and lightweight Flite motor plate with spur guard for the 22 4.0, along with titanium Flite front axles for the YZ-2

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 3:48 p.m. View Comments

BOOMrc now accepting sponsorship applications for 2018

Want to kick off the new year with a fresh look? BOOMrc is looking to add drivers to its team for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:23 a.m. View Comments

MKS Servos USA signed Jones

Tyler Jones joined the growing MKS Servos USA team.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:54 p.m. View Comments

Pillars named Yokomo USA team manager

Team Yokomo officially announced that Joe Pillars will assume team manager duties for its growing American squad.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 4:18 p.m. View Comments

Caster Racing actively seeking team drivers for 2018

Interested in representing the new lineup of Caster Racing vehicles at your local track? Here's how to apply to be a part of their team for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 5:19 p.m. View Comments

SOAR Seiki USA looking for team drivers

SOAR Seiki USA is preparing to release their new 998 TD1R buggy — and they are searching for team drivers who want to race it.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:42 p.m. View Comments

New low-profile, lightweight optional body for PR Racing S1 V3 buggy

PR Racing introduced a new Lexan shell choice for its S1 V3 2WD buggy, with a lower profile shape and reduced weight.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:46 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk practice with new HB Racing D418 [VIDEO]

David Ronnefalk published a clip of a practice run in France as he prepares for the upcoming World Championships, driving an all-white 4WD buggy he said is an upcoming HB Racing D418.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 6:15 p.m. View Comments

Ogden split from Mugen Seiki Racing

Cole Ogden announced his resignation from Mugen Seiki Racing with a Facebook post earlier this morning, and rumors suggest he may already have his next deal lined up.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk show how to prep and build brakes [VIDEO]

In his latest instructional clip, world champion David Ronnefalk shows how to build strong, consistent brakes for any nitro off-road vehicle.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2017, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

First look at 2017 IFMAR Worlds track in China

FEMCA's Max Lim, who was instrumental in organizing last year's On-Road Worlds in Beijing and is spearheading the upcoming Electric Off-Road World Championships in Xiamen, posted a sneak peek at the track layout to his Facebook page.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

Suspenseful Team Associated "The Night Shift" clip teasing something new? [VIDEO]

Just in time for Halloween, Team Associated published a short video showing a nighttime security guard bumping into Santa Claus trying to find out what's going on inside the company's headquarters. What kind of vehicle do you think he gets at the end

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 10:39 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Pillars split from Kyosho

Shortly before 7:30 PM CT, Kyosho America posted a note on its Facebook page acknowledging that long-time team manager Joe Pillars had resigned.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 8:16 p.m. View Comments

Jones split from Fantom Racing [UPDATED]

Following two top-five finishes at the Masters of Dirt this past weekend, Tyler Jones announced that he is no longer part of the Fantom Racing squad.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 12:12 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Are touring car racers tired of rubber tires?

Until the 2009 season, touring cars prepared for carpet racing in the U.S. were predominately fitted with foam tires. Prolevelrc owner Drew Ellis thinks that a new foam formula — with spec tires and easy-to-follow rules — could help spark growth in t

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 9:07 p.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing Quick LiPo Voltage Checker

Is that pack sitting on your pit table, or strapped into your car, ready to hit the track? Or is it dead? You can find out quickly with the new Muchmore Racing Quick LiPo Voltage Checker.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 12:28 p.m. View Comments

What Team Trinity's Ernie Provetti thinks about handout motors

Team Trinity president Ernie Provetti shared his thoughts about racing events instituting a handout motor rule.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 11:08 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Which car brand will win the IFMAR 2WD World Championship?

As the countdown to the Worlds in China continues, what team do you think will win the coveted 2WD title?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jennifer Lathrop

Not only has Jennifer Lathrop been racing off-road with her husband, Randy, for six years, but she's also one of the fastest dirt oval racers in the country. Learn more about Jennifer "Sippy Cup" Lathrop in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:55 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XT2 2018 stadium truck coming soon

XRAY announced that details of its 2018-spec XT2 stadium truck will be released as soon as in the next few days.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 12:56 p.m. View Comments

New 6mik Barracuda 1/8-scale buggy tire coming soon

French company 6mik published a teaser image and some preliminary information on its upcoming Barracuda tire for 1/8-scale buggies, featuring an intermediate tread design that fits between two of its previously available patterns.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 12:27 p.m. View Comments

New Traxxas TRX-4 Tactical Unit coming soon

Traxxas equipped its TRX-4 scale rig with a new body and tire/wheel package for a tough, military-spec look.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 2:06 p.m. View Comments

New SWORKz team sunglasses

SWORKz introduced a pair of stylish sunglasses made with lightweight polycarbonate lenses that provide UVA and UVB protection.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 12:13 p.m. View Comments

New Team Losi Racing blog explaining LLRC rear hinge pin brace set and aluminum rear hubs with inserts for 8IGHT platform

The newest Team Losi Racing blog post dives into the details, and benefits, of the new low-low roll center rear hinge pin brace and aluminum adjustable rear hubs that come with three different bearing inserts that are designed for the 8IGHT series of

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 11:12 a.m. View Comments

JQ Racing looking for team drivers for 2018

JQ Racing has begun accepting applications to join its growing international squad for next year.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 1:03 p.m. View Comments

LRC: Newest MyLaps firmware update adds features, disables MRT transponders

The latest MyLaps decoder firmware is compatible with new drone racing transponders as well as newer model car transponders — but the black MRT units won't work. Here's what you need to know to get ready for the switch.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 2:28 p.m. View Comments

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