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Now shipping from APlastics is a 1/10 DeLorean BTF Accessory Kit. The new body accessory kit is made to fit APlastics’ DeLorean DMC 12 body to give it the full Back to the Future look. Here are the highlights- * Molded from clear polycarbonate * Fits the APlastics DMC 12 clear body (#DMC) * Comes with decals * Includes screw set The APlastics DeLorean BTF [...]
Recently announced by Team Associated is the Apex2 Hoonitruck Builders Kit. Released for all you hardcore hobbyists that love to build from the ground up, the new Hoonitruck Builder’s Kit even comes with upgrades to increase performance. Check out these highlights- * Built on an improved updated Apex2 chassis * Thicker, more durable 2.5mm chassis * Factory Team oil-filled, aluminum threaded shocks * Active [...]
Over at Shark RC Bodies they have announced the 1/10 Thunderstruck Drag Body. Modeled after the 1964 Thunderbolt, this new body brings lots of attitude to the strip with its sleek lines and menacing look. Here are the highlights- * Created for maximum downforce * Max Width – 10.75″ * Length – 27″ * Elongated nose to reduce frontal lift * Flat design helps provide [...]
Over at Spektrum they have announced a 65W USB-C GaN Power Supply. This small but mighty USB-C power supply can be a nice addition to your wrenching area. Here are the highlights- * Powered by Gallium Nitride electronic components * Perfect for converting AC input power to USB-type DC output * Foldable AC input terminals * 65-watt USB power delivery * Small but powerful design * [...]
The crew over at Infinity have started to tease the 1/8 IFB8 Nitro Buggy Kit. The IFB8 was engineered for high-end performance out on the track and is made from high quality materials. While Infinity is best known for their on-road nitro kits, they are pushing the envelope for 2024 and taking on the high-end 1/8th buggy racing world. Until more [...]
Just announced by the good folks at Team Associated is the Apex2 Hoonicorn Builder’s Kit. The AE crew is now releasing their popular Hoonicorn in kit form for those of you that love the build process and for people that want to use their own electronics. Here are the highlights- * Factory Team oil-filled, aluminum threaded shock bodies * Factory Team front [...]
New from Injora is their Brass Rear Outer Portal Housing Set (ASC18–05BK) for the Redcat Ascent-18. This machined brass upgrade adds 45g of weight to your 1/18-scale crawler, helping provide stability when tackling tricky lines. With its flat black finish and exposed brass accents, this chassis upgrade not only pumps up the performance but also the appearance of your Ascent-18. Included [...]
New from the good folks at Team Associated are a pair of 2024 T-Shirts. The new 2024 AE t-shirts are a great way to support the hobby no matter if you are at the track, on the trail, or out shopping. * Two designs to choose from * High-quality poly/cotton blend * Designed for AE Team Drivers for the 2023 World Championships * 8 [...]
New over at MIP is a Speed Tip Handle. This high-end tool is perfect for your weekly wrenching duties and is made to fit a wide variety of different tips. Here are the highlights- * Innovative handle offers a revolution in convenience * MIP Speed Tip Handle is built to conquer any adventure * Compact design and interchangeable Speed Tips * User-friendly mechanism for [...]
Over at Max Speed Technology they are teasing a new 1/10 FR Drift Car Kit. Their new kit is a genuine front engine, rear wheel drive design to help give you the ultimate in realism while getting your slide-ways on! The new FR uses a motor mounted just behind the front shock tower, that then runs power through a driveshaft [...]
Just announced by Tamiya is the 1/10 Citroen DS Kit. This classic Citroen from the 1950s is highly detailed and comes on Tamiya’s easy to drive MB-01 front wheel drive chassis. Here are more highlights- * Clear polycarbonate body * MB-01 chassis configured long wheelbase with front wheel drive * 4-wheel double wishbone suspension * Friction shocks * Width – 198mm * Wheelbase – 239mm * Realistic [...]
If you need more power for your 1/18-scale Traxxas TRX-4M, Injora has you covered. Their 370 Brushed Motor & Aluminum Transmission combo offers more than enough power for your trail adventures, plus plenty of “oomph” to tackle the trickiest of courses. Featuring an improved drag break and low-end performance (compared to the stock TRX-4M motor), this motor and transmission package also [...]
Over at Custom Works they have officially announced the Beast Midget Oval Car Kit. The folks at Custom Works are all about going left as fast as possible and their new Beast midget car kit is designed for high-end oval racing. Here are the highlights- * Based off of CW’s Outlaw Sprint car * Offset carbon chassis plate * 3mm offset carbon fiber [...]
All new from XRay is the 1/8 X8 Pan Car Kit. If you are looking for insane speed, no matter if it’s on a carpet track, or on a long empty stretch of road, the X8 is ready to get extreme. Check out these highlights- * Designed by Juraj Hudy * Electric 4wd pan car kit * Solid rear axle, spool in [...]
New from Exotek Racing are Titanium Heavy Duty Front Axles for the Team Associated B7 race buggy. These high-end titanium axles help to shave weight, while also looking trick. Here are the highlights- * Heavy duty titanium front axle set for the B7 series * Only 4.1 grams per pair * Stronger than the stock aluminum axles * Rounded and angled hex profile makes [...]
