Over at Tamiya they are getting ready to reissue their 1/10 1978 Ford Zakspeed Capri Turbo Kit. First released in 2013, the Ford Zakspeed is back with new decals and a Hobbywing sourced ESC. Here are more highlights- * Includes ESC and torque tuned motor * 1.0mm polycarbonate body * TT-02 4wd chassis * Silver two-piece mesh wheels * Slick racing tires * Expected to start [...]
New from HPI Racing is the Nano-TTR 1987 BMW M3 Warsteiner RTR. This nano sized fun machine has serious scale realism, to go along with its high performance chassis. Here’s some highlights- * Iconic BMW Warsteiner livery * Inspired by Roberto Ravaglia’s world-beating 1987 WTCC-winning M3 * Fully licensed hard-body BMW M3 * Working LED headlights, tail lights, brake, reverse & turn signals * 3 [...]
The crew at Team Associated are now teasing a new 2WD Buggy Kit. The teaser image doesn’t give us much information, but it might very well be an updated RC10B7.1, or perhaps even be a vintage themed B7 with a gold chassis and white plastic. For now we’ll just have to keep guessing until full details are released in a [...]
New from FairRC is the 1/18th scaled CR18P Terranaut 8×8 Rusted Mod RTR. This beast from the past has been hand modified for a custom rusted look and features 8 wheel drive and steering. Here are the highlights- * Handcrafted rust & weathered finish * Injection molded hard body * Remote operated LED lighting * Dual spare tires * Tilt cab for easy battery access * [...]
The crew over at Hobbytech RC has announced the 1/10 CRX2 Mad Perf Crawling Kit. Featuring a number of updates to improve performance and durability, the Mad Perf looks to be a great base for your crawler build. Here’s the highlights- * New carbon fiber chassis rails * New servo mount * LCG design * Machined Delrin center skidplate * Stainless steel links with M4 [...]
Announced earlier today by Hong Nor is the 1/8th scaled IX5B Electric Buggy Kit. The IX5B is designed for racing, but of course can also be used for serious bashing as well. Check out these highlights- * Expected to ship in February * New diff housings for quick diff access * New low-drag body * Angled bevel gear design * Quick release center diff mount * [...]
Well, we’re officially here — the first real Friday of the new year. Last week doesn’t count; the working world was still half-awake and surviving on leftover Ferreror Rochers. But now? We’ve had our first proper Thursday release, and it’s a good one. Axial just dropped the 1/30 Axial SCX30 Chevrolet K10, and wow — if you’re even remotely into old [...]
Newly announced by Kyosho is the Jaguar XJR-14 Monza 1991 Mini-Z MR04 RWD. This iconic prototype from the early 90s has been impeccably scaled down to Mini-Z size and comes on their latest MR04 RWD chassis. Here’s the highlights- * Latest high-performance MR-04 chassis * Readyset with fully assembled chassis, body and transmitter * Includes ultra reliable multi-function Syncro KT-531P transmitter * High-quality painted [...]
Over at SkyRC they have announced the ITV500 Mini HeatVision. What exactly is the Mini HeatVision you ask? It’s a thermal imaging tool that can show you hot spots in your wiring, motor, battery, ESC, bearings, and even tires. If you are one of those guys that is super into the wrenching side of the hobby, this tool is going [...]
New from R1 Wurks is the 1/10th scaled R1B Dirt Edition Buggy Kit. Made for high-end buggy racing on dirt tracks, the R1B Dirt Edition is sure to win a lot of races this summer. The new R1B Dirt Edition allows the driver to use a transverse or inline battery configuration depending on track conditions. You can use this link to [...]
New over at Traxxas is a High-Angle Steering Conversion Kit for their mighty 4-Tec on-road cars. This high-angle steering kit increases steering angle by 18°, taking the entire steering angle up to a whopping 75°. All that extra steering angle makes it easy to carry long drifts and helps during quick transitions. The Traxxas 4-Tec High-Angle Steering Conversion Kit is [...]
Now shipping from FairRC is the 1/10th scaled FJ40 Rusted Mod RS RTR. This custom modified FJ40 has some serious patina on it, thus giving it that old school look. Check out these highlights- * Hand modified for realism * Foldable rear seats * Rich interior detailing * Realistic steering wheel and dashboard * High performance chassis * Side doors open * 550 sized brushed motor The FairRC [...]
Over at HPI Racing they have uploaded a new Bow Down To The Sport 3 Falken Porsche 911 GT3 RSR promotional video. The HPI Sport 3 Falken Porsche comes with beautifully done livery and is available in brushed, or Flux brushless variants. Watch below to see just how stylish the HPI 911 GTS RSR looks while out on the track. Use [...]
Over at Team Associated they have announced 5 New Factory Team Upgrades for their 1/10th scaled race buggies. The Factory Team upgrades are the same ones used by their factory drivers and are designed to fit perfectly, as well as to improve performance and durability. RC10B7 FT Aluminum Differential Height Inserts, Notched #92567 $33 RC10B84 FT 39/17 Ring And Pinion Overdrive Gear Set, Steel #92568 $45 RC10B84 [...]
New over at Yokomo is a 1/10 MD3.0 Pre-Assembled Drift Car. The 2026 MD3.0 comes professionally pre-assembled by the car’s developer Naoya Kitagawa and includes high quality pre-installed electronics. Here are the highlights- * Fully optioned Master Drift MD3.0 * Comes pre-assembled with high quality electronics * Equipped with luxurious aluminum and graphite parts * Blue anodized aluminum suspension arms * Blue anodized aluminum front [...]
