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Kaewjunan and Tanongsakchaikul signed with TWT

TWT signed two Thai drivers, Alex Kaewjunan and Trin Tanongsakchaikul, to two-year deals to use the company’s setup boards.

Aaron Waldron June 6, 2017, 3:19 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax 3x6mm shim set

Arrowmax RC is now packaging 10 each of three different thicknesses of 3x6mm shims in a plastic case.

Aaron Waldron June 6, 2017, 3:02 p.m. View Comments

New RDRP brass suspension mounts for XB4

Revolution Design Racing Products released mass-adding brass suspension mounts to fit the front and rear of the XB4 buggy.

Aaron Waldron June 6, 2017, 12:09 p.m. View Comments

Volker used prototype PROTOform MS7 shell to win CTS race

Reigning world champ Ronald Volker won the California Touring Series race in Fresno this past weekend using a pre-production version of an upcoming body from PROTOform called the MS7.

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 11:14 a.m. View Comments

Bittydesign Euro Contest t-shirts available for 24 hours only

With over 260 entries, the Bittydesign Euro Contest in Italy will be this year's largest outdoor buggy race in Europe - and you have one day to secure one of the official t-shirts!

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 12:22 p.m. View Comments

Double wins for Sorjonen and Infanti highlighted Spring Scorcher

The 2017 Spring Scorcher at Kelowna R/C served as the second round of the Western Off-Road Series, and Rob Sorjonen and Richard Infanti grabbed two victories each. Here's the full report from The Toy Car Creative.

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 3:31 p.m. View Comments

SPY SHOT: New Tekin servo coming soon?

While packing up last night after the inaugural Manufacturers World Cup at A Main Performance Hobbies' Silver Dollar RC Raceway, we spotted what looks like a prototype Team Tekin Racing servo in team manager Randy Pike's e-buggy.

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 9:03 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Have you ever taken someone out?

Collisions among cars are inevitable in RC racing. Have you ever caused the crash? Was it an accident...or intentional?

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn C03 Evo chassis and stick weights

Capricorn RC's new Evo chassis for the C03 is stiffer, for increased traction, and can be fitted with stick weights that can be further used to tune flex.

Aaron Waldron June 5, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Watch the AMain Performance Hobbies Manufacturers World Cup live!

The AMain Performance Hobbies Silver Dollar RC Raceway is hosting some of the fastest nitro and electric off-road drivers in the world for the inaugural Manufacturers World Cup this weekend, which will award team performance as well as individual win

Aaron Waldron June 2, 2017, 2:59 p.m. View Comments

Tessmann offered sneak peek at new Pro-Line Racing 1/8-scale buggy tire

While preparing for the Manufacturers Cup at Silver Dollar RC Raceway, Ty Tessmann shared the first look at an upcoming Pro-Line Racing tread installed on his buggy.

Aaron Waldron June 2, 2017, 12:57 p.m. View Comments

XRAY signed Kobbevik

Norwegian national champion Daniel Kobbevik - who became the youngest finalist ever at the Euros - has joined the XRAY squad.

Aaron Waldron June 2, 2017, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri to headline Team Associated Australian Championship

The Glen Innes R/C Off-Road Club in New South Wales, Australia will host the two-day event with top pro Ryan Cavalieri competing alongside the country's best.

Aaron Waldron June 2, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

oOple series director Damian Whittle featured on episode five of Big Blue Tent podcast

The Big Blue Tent is a weekly RC racing podcast series based in the UK, and this week hosts Aidan Burke and Matthew Guppy talked to Damien Whittle about the races he promotes and more.

Aaron Waldron June 2, 2017, 10 a.m. View Comments

New PR Racing vented slipper plates

PR Racing now offers optional slipper plates for its 2WD buggies and trucks that have been machined for better cooling and less weight.

Aaron Waldron June 1, 2017, 3:47 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Marc Rheinard's first Reedy Touring Car Race of Champions victory

Last weekend at Tamiya American Raceway, Marc Rheinard won a record-extending sixth title at the Reedy Touring Car Race of Champions - and his first behind the week of the Infinity IF14. He won his first eleven years ago, at the same track, ahead of

Aaron Waldron June 1, 2017, 7:02 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ProTek RC Silicon Graphene HV shorty LiPo packs

Over the last four months, 2WD turf racer Joe Adragna put over 300 cycles each on two new ProTek RC Silicon Graphene HV shorty LiPo batteries from A Main Hobbies. What did he think?

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

WHERE’S WALDO: What exactly are you testing?

It seems that either the RC community has come to revile the word “practice,” or turning laps in order to improve one’s driving skills has been entirely replaced with trying new equipment or crawling down rabbit holes of adjustment envy to make up fo

Aaron Waldron May 31, 2017, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Maifield at JBRL round two

REDS Racing engines powered Ryan Maifield to victory in the top Buggy and Truck classes at the second round of the Jimmy Babcock Racing League nitro series hosted by AZRCR at the Fear Farm RC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron May 30, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

RC Concept interview with Savoya following podium finish at The Big Race [VIDEO]

After finishing second at a marquee race in France, Renaud Savoya participated in an interview with engine sponsor RC Concept about the event, new engines and more.

Aaron Waldron May 30, 2017, 10:46 a.m. View Comments

New Leadfinger Racing body for MBX7R buggy coming soon

This past weekend, three Leadfinger Racing drivers around the world tested a pre-production version of the brand's upcoming lid for the MBX7R.

Aaron Waldron May 30, 2017, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

Miller and Williamson won second round of UK short course nationals

X-Factory UK drivers Rich Miller and Lewis Williamson won the 2WD and 4WD classes at Leverton Raceway for round two of the UK short course nationals.

Aaron Waldron May 30, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Harley Yoshii [VIDEO]

Since transitioning from go-karts and quarter midgets to RC cars seven years ago, 17-year-old Washington native has become one of the fastest racers in the Pacific Northwest. Read what he had to say about his RC career, his goals, all the things he l

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2017, 4:54 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Team Losi competing in the Indy 500

This weekend marks the 101st Indianapolis 500 - one of the most famous motor sports events in the world. Back in the mid- to late-90s, Team Losi participated in the Indy 500 as a sponsor and team owner - including a top-ten finish!

Aaron Waldron May 26, 2017, 12:01 p.m. View Comments

First round of Australian 2017 IFMAR Worlds Team drivers selected

The Electric Off-Road section of the Association of Australian Radio Controlled Model Car Clubs has named the drivers who qualified to compete at the world championships in China after the first round of selection.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2017, 11:47 a.m. View Comments

Limited international entries available for 2017 FEMCA Championship at next year's Worlds track

In addition to the 2018 IFMAR Worlds, the Model Off Road Buggy Club at Whiteman Park in Perth, Western Australia is hosting the 2017 FEMCA Championship - which is offering 15 spots to non-FEMCA members interested in scoring some early track time.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2017, 12:09 p.m. View Comments

Bluegroove Hobbies and RC Raceway to close following final weekend of racing

After three and a half years in business, including hosting some of the most popular events in the Midwest off-road scene, Bluegroove Hobbies and RC Raceway will cease operations following two final race nights.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2017, 9:23 a.m. View Comments

1up Racing launched by two-time national champion touring car builder

Randy Caster, who built Ryan Cavalieri's back-to-back national championship-winning Team Associated touring cars, has created his own brand of accessories and pro builds.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2017, 12:57 p.m. View Comments

EAMotorsports acquired Apex RC Proshop

EAMotorsports announced that the company will assume all business operations of online retailer Apex RC Proshop.

Aaron Waldron May 25, 2017, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

Awesome 3D-printed B6 buggies created by Michigan high school senior

For her senior project at Utica Center for Science and Industry High School, Brooke Sasinowski created two B6D models using 3D printing processes - including one that's actually operational!

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2017, 3:50 p.m. View Comments

New Fantom Racing low-profile touring car and shorty HV LiPo packs

Fantom Racing has released two new high-power LiPo batteries, a full-length stick for touring cars and a shorty pack for off-road vehicles, that have a lower profile.

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Schumacher Racing Mini Dart buggy tires

The Schumacher RC Racing Mini-Pin is the gold standard of astroturf tires, but the new Mini Dart was designed to intentionally provide less grip - making buggies easier to drive in the process. How well do they work? Joe Adragna mounted them up and h

Aaron Waldron May 24, 2017, 12:48 p.m. View Comments

Pros confirmed for fourth annual Big Apple Novarossi Challenge, to be broadcasted live on LiveRC

Dakotah Phend, Cole Ogden, Norwegian champion Lars Erik Mo and defending winner Adam Drake are among the stars scheduled to attend the fourth annual Big Apple Novarossi Challenge at Barnstormers RC Raceway in New York - and you'll be able to watch th

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 12:17 p.m. View Comments

ARC Nitro Italy team Wudy won 1000 Giri endurance race

The 1000 Giri 1/8-scale nitro on-road race pits teams against the challenges of completing 1000 laps on the Fener track in Italy, and the ARC-equipped Wudy team took the title.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing carbon fiber 22 4.0 LiPo strap and aluminum 22SCT 3.0 rear body mounts

Exotek Racing has released new option parts for 22-series vehicles with laydown transmissions installed, including a carbon fiber LiPo strap for the 22 4.0 buggy and an aluminum rear body mount set for the 22SCT 3.0 short course truck that simplifies

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 11:45 a.m. View Comments

New VBC Racing FF17 Belt Drive Dynamics front-wheel-drive touring car kit

VBC Racing has introduced a new version of its FF17 front-wheel-drive touring car that uses the previously-optional belt-drive conversion kit for more linear acceleration and higher top speed.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 11:34 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Overreacting to contact [VIDEO]

The highlight of third A-Main of the Modified 2WD class at last weekend's JConcepts Spring Indoor Nationals at Tacoma RC Raceway may have been the collision between the buggies of Spencer Rivkin and Harley Yoshii, but it displayed the chasm between t

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 6:33 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB2D 2017 2WD electric buggy kit

XRAY has released a new version of its XB2 buggy tailored for dirt tracks, with new chassis, suspension and drivetrain components designed to increase traction.

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 11:18 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Christian Lopez

Christian Lopez, the winner of the 17.5-turn spec class at the 2015 Reedy Touring Car Race of Champions and 13.5-turn spec champion last year, chatted about his life and racing career ahead of his quest for a third-straight Open class title this week

Aaron Waldron May 23, 2017, 10:45 a.m. View Comments

Highest RC signed Neumann

Seven-time European Champion Jorn Neumann has agreed to use Highest RC servos.

Aaron Waldron May 22, 2017, 7:03 p.m. View Comments

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