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New 1up Racing premium pit mat

Randy Caster of 1up Racing has released the new 1up Premium Pit Mat - a 3mm roll-up ultra dense rubber mat with unique circular pattern and stamped in parts tray.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC 6000mAh 7.6v 2S high-voltage LiPo shorty pack

Arrowmax has released a new 6000mAh 7.6v 2S high-voltage LiPo shorty battery pack, which are claimed to charge safely up to 8.7v or 4.35v per cell.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:03 a.m. View Comments

70mph R/C Velodrome with Traxxas [VIDEO]

Traxxas tested the high-speed capabilities of the new 4-Tec 2.0 VXL by reaching speeds of 70mph+ at the Superdrome oval track.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New LMR hybrid shock stand and parts tray

Lee Martin has released the next generation LMR shock stand, which now incorporates an aluminum design and removable parts tray.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

O.S. Speed B2101 carb settings explained by Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about carburetor settings for the O.S. Speed B2101 engine.

Mike Garrison Aug. 15, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

New HUDY 1/10-scale off-road adjustable ride height gauge

HUDY has released their new adjustable ride height gauge for 1/10-scale off-road vehicles, measuring from 14mm to 20mm by twisting the gauge up or down to your desired setting.

Mike Garrison Aug. 14, 2017, 8:15 a.m. View Comments

Hejny cleaned up at T.A.R.A. Southern Scorcher

The 2017 Southern Scorcher from Lawton RC Raceway is in the books, and Brindon Hejny swept the show with four class wins.

Mike Garrison Aug. 14, 2017, 12:27 p.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Big wins or bad attitudes?

In this week's edition of "A Moment with Mike", Mike shared his opinion towards sponsors continuing to support drivers that have shown bad behavior on multiple accounts. Mike questions whether race wins alone is worth the support, despite the unfavor

Mike Garrison Aug. 14, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated Factory Team ball cup wrench

Team Associated has released their new Factory Team ball cup wrench; designed to speed up turnbuckle assembly for all B6 and B64 vehicles.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

New Reflex Racing tab battery hold down for the BD8

Reflex Racing has released a new tab battery hold down system for the Yokomo BD8 touring car; designed to eliminate the need for taping your battery into place.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 9:20 a.m. View Comments

The Drake big air bashing with ARRMA 6S stunt truck [VIDEO]

Even a multi-time National Champion has to have a little fun backyard bashing once in awhile. Adam Drake shared this video of himself doing a little big air bashing with the ARRMA 6S LiPo powered monster truck.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 8:43 a.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC CVA driveshafts for the EB/NB48.4 buggies

Tekno RC has released new CVA driveshafts for the EB and NB48.4 1/8-scale buggies; designed to reduce wear and improve consistency.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 8:22 a.m. View Comments

New JQRacing GREY Edition eCar 1/8-scale buggy kit

JQRacing has announced the new GREY Edition 1/8-scale electric buggy kit now available for pre-order.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 8:30 a.m. View Comments

New Tamiya Porsche Turbo RSR Type 934 Black Edition

Tamiya has released a new black edition of the Porsche Turbo RSR Type 934 1/10-scale kit.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY X10'18 coming soon

XRAY has announced that the European Championship winning X10 platform has been improved for 2018, and the X10'18 will be released soon.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

New SWORKz carbon fiber front upper a-arm wings

SWORKz has released new carbon fiber wings which mount to the front upper a-arms of the S35-3 1/8-scale buggy which are designed to add down-force for faster cornering.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 22 4.0 stand up transmission conversion

TLR has released a new stand up transmission conversion for the 22 4.0 platform - which comes standard using a laydown style transmission.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Enjoy Drive group to host Emperor of Rome off-road race

The Enjoy Drive group will host the Emperor of Rome off-road race on September 16-17, with over 150 drivers already entered.

Mike Garrison Aug. 11, 2017, 10:08 a.m. View Comments

New FX Engines low-profile engine heads

FX Engines has released new 6, 7, and 8 rib engine heads with a low-profile design to lower weight and center of gravity.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 8:24 a.m. View Comments

SWORKz shared a first look at new S35-3T truggy CAD drawings

SWORKz has shared a first look at the new S35-3T nitro truggy kit with the release of four new CAD drawings surrounding all four corners of the truck.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 8:41 a.m. View Comments

Team Associated Summer Series round three recap from Fastlane Raceway

The Team Associated Summer Series includes 1/8-scale racing on the outdoor track running simultaneously with 1/10-scale racing on the indoor track. Due to nearly 4" of overnight flooding, the 1/8-scale portion of Round 3 was cancelled. A few racers m

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 11:15 a.m. View Comments

Matt Gerald returns to Red Bud, the track that changed his life

LiveRC sponsored single buggy racer, Matt Gerald, makes his return to Red Bud this weekend as part of the TORC Series. This year's Rumble at RedBud has a special meaning for Matt, as five years ago at this venue, his life changed forever.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

TLR announced new 22 4.0 SR Spec Racer 2wd buggy kit coming soon

Following in the footsteps of the 22 3.0 SR buggy, TLR has announced that a new 22 4.0 SR Spec Racer 1/10-scale 2wd buggy kit will be available mid-September, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 7:55 a.m. View Comments

New TLR 22-4 low-profile body debuted at ROAR Nationals

In the newest TLR blog update, JR Mitch shared a first look at a new low-profile body for the 22-4 1.0 and 2.0 buggy which made its debut today at the ROAR 1/10-scale Off-road Nationals.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 8:32 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Maxima SC1 high-gloss clear coat spray

If you're like Mike you are more worried about a good looking car than a good working one. This week Mike tested out the Maxima SC1 high-gloss clear coat spray - designed for dirt bikes and labeled "New Bike in a Can". Does the same slogan apply when

Mike Garrison Aug. 9, 2017, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

Quek joined Power HD

Power HD has announced the signing of Singapore's 15-year-old rising star, Dominic Quek.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 8:28 a.m. View Comments

JBRL Nitro Series round five sweep for Drake

Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake walked away from round five of the JBRL Nitro Series the winner of the nitro buggy, nitro truggy, and electric buggy classes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 8:21 a.m. View Comments

New ONE on-road 4 dot head button for 16% nitro fuel

Capricorn's engine brand, ONE, introduced a new new 4 dot head button for their .21 on-road engine which is designed for the use of fuels with 16% nitro.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 9:03 a.m. View Comments

Tornado Alley Racing Association dirt oval series round six heads to Lawton RC

Round six of the Tornado Alley Racing Association (TARA) dirt oval series is preparing to visit Lawton RC Raceway in Lawton, Oklahoma this weekend.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 9:27 a.m. View Comments

Big Dog RC announced World Buggy Challenge 2

Big Dog RC in Stonesboro, Pennsylvania has announced the second annual World Buggy Challenge indoor electric 1/10 and 1/8-scale off-road race on Thanksgiving weekend.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

HRP announced Craig Kaplan as new Director of Product Management

HRP Distributing has announced the hiring of Craig Kaplan as Director of Product Management. Craig brings more than twenty-five years of hobby industry experience to HRP, with knowledge of retail, wholesale, product development, and purchasing functi

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 8:12 a.m. View Comments

New PR Racing 1/10-scale buggy tires and inserts

PR Racing has announced a new lineup of 2wd and 4wd 1/10-scale buggy tires and foam inserts.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 8:35 a.m. View Comments

New Schumacher Eclipse LMP12 alloy chassis and lightweight wheel screws

Schumacher has announced a new alloy chassis and lightweight aluminum wheel screws for the Eclipse LMP12 1/12-scale vehicle.

Mike Garrison Aug. 8, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

BBT Podcast episode fourteen with Serpent's Tony Evdoka

Episode #14 of the BBT Podcast featured Serpent's Tony Evdoka, which discussed the UK National Series, the Serpent brand, car design, and more.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

New rules announced for the 2018 RC Chili Bowl SC Modified class

After feeling that the class has "gotten out of hand" since it first started, Scotty Ernst has issued new rules for the SC Modified class at the 2018 RC Chili Bowl.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

New Vision Racing 3D printed 22-4 2.0 battery brace

Vision Racing has released their new 3D printed battery brace for the TLR 22-4 2.0 buggy, designed to shave weight when using 18.5mm shorty LiPo battery packs.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:15 a.m. View Comments

ROAR announced new revisions to electric brushless motor rules

ROAR has announced a list of revisions being made to the electric brushless motor rules, which will take effect on October 1, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

Batlle claimed his third Euros title in Sweden

Robert Batlle won his third 1/8-scale off-road European Championship title this past weekend at the MS Eskil Club circuit in Eskilstuna, Sweden.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

Tekin ESC factory reset function explained by Randy Pike [VIDEO]

Tekin's Randy Pike demonstrates performing a Factory Reset, which is a commonly overlooked feature on all Tekin ESC's, and which can be used to help diagnose an issue while also clearing all user set values, resetting the ESC back to its default set

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

New Traxxas TRX-4 pre-cut bodies and red accessories

Traxxas has released new pre-cut bodies (available in silver, red, or clear), red differential cover, and red bumper tow rings for the TRX-4 crawler.

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

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