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New Fire Brand RC Rust Rod universal decal sheet

These clear vinyl decals are die-cut for easy application and are printed with the intention of instantly making your new scale project look old, worn-out and used.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 12:48 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY XT8 and GTX8 graphite chassis brace stiffeners

XRAY has released new graphite reinforcement braces for the GTX8 and XT8 rear composite chassis braces; designed to stiffen the composite brace and chassis for high-traction tracks.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

New MCD Rally-Xross large scale rally car and buggy tire

MCD Racing's newest Rally-Xross tire is designed for use on large scale buggies and rally cars when racing on compact gravel and dusty tarmac conditions.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

Honigl and Pinisch won at round two of Austrian nationals

Round 2 of the Austrian 1/10-scale electric off-road nationals saw Hupo Honigl as the winner of 4wd buggy, and Peter Pinisch the winner of 2wd.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 11:48 a.m. View Comments

New HB Racing heavy-duty 185mm dog bone

HB Racing has introduced the new 185mm short pin dog bone. The dogbone is found standard on the D817T but can also be used as a heavy duty option for the E817 buggy.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 7:56 a.m. View Comments

Lee Martin featured on episode eight of the BBT Podcast

Episode eight of the Big Blue Tent podcast featured Lee Martin to discuss old time, the Worlds, the Euros, club racing, tires, and more.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 1:28 p.m. View Comments

Weller joined SWORKz

Germany's Nicole Weller has joined the SWORKz German off-road team.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 12:25 p.m. View Comments

New AE slim profile front wheels for the B6 and B6D

The new Team Associated slim front wheels are designed for use with all popular carpet and AstroTurf surface tires. It features the same offset as the AE #9691 and #9690 2WD front wheels, only with an optimized slim profile.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 1:16 p.m. View Comments

New 3DRC super short touring car fan booster

The new 3DRC super short fan booster is 4mm than the 3DRC short fan booster, and is 3D printed in your choice of seven different colors.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 12:31 p.m. View Comments

Ki Heung Kim won Chuncheon Onroad Championship in Korea

Last weekend saw one of the largest races in Korea; the Chuncheon Onroad Championship. Ki Heung Kim captured the win in the 1/8 GP class, while Gun Soo Kim walked away the winner of the 1/10 GP class.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 8:54 a.m. View Comments

New Hitec H4 Plus DC four-port smart charger

Hitec has released their new H4 Plus charger which features a four-port design. aluminum case, and up to 16 amp charging per channel using the Hitec Bridge Function.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 12:13 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY soft XB8, XT8, and GTX8 shock bladders

XRAY has released new shock membranes (bladders) for the XB8 shocks, molded from softer transparent rubber. These are designed to offer less rebound, and to perform better on bumpy tracks and high speed tracks.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, noon View Comments

702 RC Raceway to hold High Rollers On-Road Race in July

702 RC Raceway has announced the 2nd annual High Rollers On-Road Race to be held on July 22, 2017. This years race will feature all the top on-road classes, including the Euro Semi Truck GT class.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 1:07 p.m. View Comments

JP Richards' TLR 22T 3.0 setup with dirt laydown transmission

In the newest TLR Blog Update, Frank Root shares his recommended starting setup for the TLR 22T 3.0 stadium truck using the dirt laydown transmission from JP Richards.

Mike Garrison June 22, 2017, 9:23 a.m. View Comments

New VP-PRO air filter for NB48 and NT48

VP-PRO released their new AF-014 air filter, intended for use with the Tekno RC 1/8-scale nitro buggies and truggies.

Mike Garrison June 20, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New Team Saxo GT-300W-V2 aluminum chassis and rear pod

Team Saxo has introduced a new 2.5mm aluminum chassis and rear pod for the GT-300W-V2 1/12-scale pan car. The new chassis and rear pod setup is designed to improve high speed cornering, and a smoother overall feel.

Mike Garrison June 20, 2017, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

MOMENT WITH MIKE: Eight things to watch for at this week's ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals

With the ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals only days away, Mike pin-points his top eight things to keep an eye on during this year's event.

Mike Garrison June 19, 2017, 10:18 a.m. View Comments

IYRCA announced Second International Youth Car Modelling Championship

The IYRCA has announced The Second International Youth Car Modelling Championship. The championship succeeds the championship that successfully took place last year, creating a unique environment, combining the passion and enthusiasm of young drivers

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 10 a.m. View Comments

NEORA announced new seven race carpet oval points series

The North East Oval Racers Association (NEORA) has announced the formation of a 7 race points series that will encompass all tracks under the sanctioning body. Drivers will be heading to tracks in New York, Vermont, Maryland, and Quebec to compete.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated Factory Team rear aluminum hubs for the B6 and B6D

The new Factory Team aluminum rear hubs offer the ability to run 67mm CVA bones for increased rear support under lower ride height conditions.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Wide Wedge buggy and Wedge T stadium truck front tires

Pro-Line Racing has introduced the newest additions to their carpet racing tires; the Wide Wedge 2wd buggy front tire and Wedge T stadium truck front tire.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 9:28 a.m. View Comments

New HB Racing D817T 1/8-scale nitro truggy unveiled

HB Racing has officially released the new D817T 1/8-scale nitro truggy kit - based off of the World Championship winning D817 1/8-scale nitro buggy.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

Clancy, Clarke, and Tourle won at BRCA Nationals Warm-Up [VIDEO]

HNMC hosted round six of their Summer Series, which doubled as a warm-up to the upcoming BRCA RallyX National. Jamie Clancy, James Clarke, and Brim Tourle would emerge victorious.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

XRAY announced XB8E 2017 edition buggy coming soon [VIDEO]

XRAY has announced the new XB8E 2017 edition 1/8-scale electric buggy will be released on June 19th. In the meantime, XRAY shares a highlight reel of the XB8E'17 in action at the NEO Race.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New Infinity aluminum adjustable servo horn for IF14 touring car

Infinity has released a new adjustable servo horn for the IF14 touring car which features aluminum construction and adjustable colored inserts.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

State series champions crowned at Texas EOS round 5

Round 5 of the Texas Electric On-road Series was held just outside of Austin, Texas at N-Control. As the final race of the series, the championship was decided and the champions were crowned.

Mike Garrison June 16, 2017, 8:11 a.m. View Comments

New LiPo Factory 5200mAh 4S LCG battery from Trinity

Trinity has announced the newest LiPo pack added to their line up of budget friendly LiPo Factory batteries; the 5200mAh 4S LCG pack designed for 1/8-scale E-Buggy.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

TLR 22 optional servo mount / chassis brace trimming and fitting explained by JR Mitch

In the newest TLR Blog Update, JR Mitch explains the necessary steps to fitting the optional servo mount/chassis brace on the TLR 22 4.0, 3.0, 3.0 SR, and 22T 3.0 vehicles.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 12:21 p.m. View Comments

New VP-Pro Racing 1/10-scale 2wd buggy front carpet tire

VP-Pro has released their new 1/10-scale 2wd buggy front tire, designed for carpet racing with a hook-shaped pin/wedge design.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 10:29 a.m. View Comments

Coelho aiming to wrap up ETS title at Hudy Arena

Leading into the ETS race at Hudy Arena, the only one who can attempt to deny Coelho from celebrating an ETS title win this weekend is World Champion Ronald Volker.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 11:14 a.m. View Comments

ESC soldering how-to with Tekin's Randy Pike [VIDEO]

In the latest Tekin Clinic update, Randy Pike explains proper tools, preparation, and techniques recommended to solder up your ESC.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 1:57 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax Black Golden 1/10-scale touring car setup system

Arrowmax-RC has released their 1/10-scale touring car setup system in a new Black Golden design.

Mike Garrison June 15, 2017, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: JConcepts Pinion Pucks

There are many different ways to store and transport a handful of pinion gears, but the JConcepts Pinion Puck might be the most stylish and protective - not to mention the most expensive. Is it worth it? Mike tried using it for a club race to find ou

Mike Garrison June 14, 2017, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts B6/B6D aluminum suspension shim sets

New from JConcepts is the optional front and rear aluminum suspension shims for the Team Associated B6/B6D. The new shims are designed as precision tuning aids for roll center adjustment and achieving lower ride heights for carpet and high traction r

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 11:10 a.m. View Comments

New Tactic TTX200 low-cost surface radio [VIDEO]

Hobbico introduced the Tactic TTX200 surface radio. At only $39.99 a low-cost surface radio designed to provide "high-power control".

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Big Hit monster truck and rock racer servo saver [VIDEO]

Pro-Line Racing shared an up close look at the new "Big Hit Servo Saver," designed to absorb big hits and prevent damage to your solid axle monster truck and/or rock racer steering servo.

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 8:41 a.m. View Comments

Jefferies won at BTCC Series round three in Stafford

The Schumacher BTCC Series moved to Stafford for round three, and XRAY's Olly Jefferies would top the field.

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 8:49 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore Racing Fleta ZX V2 modified motor range

Muchmore Racing has released their newest range of 1/10-scale brushless motors; the Fleta ZX V2. Available in 3.5T - 9.5T versions, and designed for both on-road and off-road racing.

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent Project 4X vertical top-deck option

Serpent released a new top-deck design for the Project 4X touring car, designed to be a valuable option when looking to adjust flex.

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent Spyder SRX2 MHT Team Edition buggy kit

Serpent has introduced the new SRX2 MHT Team Edition 1/10-scale 2wd buggy kit, including a list of new features and options.

Mike Garrison June 13, 2017, 9:20 a.m. View Comments

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