Now shipping from Tekin is the RS GEN3 1-S Brushless ESC. Designed for 1/12 and 1/10 pan car racing, the RS GEN2 1-S comes with a built in booster and is highly adjustable. Here are the highlights- * Built in booster increases 1S LiPo voltage to BEC voltage * Updated HD solder post design for easy soldering * High voltage BEC * QuickTune one [...]
For all you vintage racing fans out there, Rubrix Racing Products has announced the 1/10 RX4 Evo 4WD Team Buggy Kit. This top-of-the-food-chain vintage racer was made with high-end materials and has been modernized for today’s power systems. Here are the highlights- * Modernized edition of the ‘97 4WD world champion * Combines both art and racing * Engraved and serialized xGen RRP-RX4 [...]
Just announced by Yokomo is the 1/10 Master Speed FWD Touring Car Kit. This high-end FWD racer is loaded with carbon fiber and designed for serious speed. Based on Yokomo’s MS1.0, the FWD has a revised weight balance to increase corner speeds and overall handling. You can use this link to visit the official Yokomo Website, or you can Click This [...]
Over at XRay they have announced the 2025 edition of their world conquering 1/10 X1 Formula 1 Car Kit. The X1 is about as high-end as it gets, as it was designed for all-out track performance from the ground up. Here are the highlights- * All-new one-piece chassis * Narrower chassis shape reduces chassis drag in corners * Rear POD concept on top [...]
Now shipping from Suburban Racing Parts is a 1/24 Ferd Model B Clear Body for the tiny but mighty Losi Micro-B. The Ferd B clear body makes it easy to give your Micro-B a totally new look, without breaking the bank. Here are the highlights- * Styling is a combination of modern hot rodding and F1 * Molded from .75mm thick polyethylene [...]
New from Injora is their Silicone Work Mat/Pit Mat designed for 1/24 and 1/18 vehicles. Keep your workspace tidy and organize all of your hardware as you make upgrades or repairs. Designed for indoor and outdoor settings, this mat is portable enough to take with you wherever you need it. The mat features several compartments to help you sort and separate [...]
Over at Bittydesign they are now teasing an all new 1/7th Scaled Clear Body for the Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer and the ARRMA Mojave. Bittydesign has been taking the body world by storm producing everything from on-road race bodies, to bash bodies. Their upcoming desert truck body is sure to be able to give your big off-roader a massive facelift, [...]
Over at Hitec they are now promoting their Analog 25T Spline Servo Line-Up. New in this line-up is the HS-628MG, as well as the HS-648MG. These economic analog servos are not only big on performance, but are also known for their smooth operating range. Here are the highlights- High-speed Hitec HS-628MG * Affordable high speed metal gear servo * Cored metal brushed motor * [...]
Just announced by HPI Racing is a new 1/10 2002 BMW Turbo Sport 3 RTR. The new 2002 BMW Turbo will be available in both Flux/brushless and standard brushed versions. Check out these highlights- * Legendary car from the 1970s * Easy to drive 4wd Sport 3 chassis * Brushed or FLUX waterproof electronics * New LED kit * Officially licensed by BMW * 200mm wide [...]
New from Redcat are standalone bodies, clear and painted, for its new SixtyFive Impala R/C Lowriders. Now you can transform a SixtyFour or FiftyNine over to a different model year, or build a new lowrider from the ground up, topping it off with a fresh, new lid. The SixtyFive Impala Clear Body (#RER37244) features a multi-piece design and is pre-cut for [...]
Hello everyone, a happy Friday to you! As we hit mid-December, a time when business and news traditionally dies down as everyone collectively goes on a break until the New Year, the r/c world had some interesting news/releases drop. The HPI Venture18 1985 Toyota Hilux SR5 crawler was announced, and a day later the Redcat Ascent-18 International Scout II – 1/18 Scale [...]
For all you vintage racers out there, JConcepts has dropped a new Aluminum Servo Mount for the Associated RC10, RC10T, and RC10GT. This trick looking servo mount helps keep that steering servo perferctly secured for racing, or for bashing. Check out these highlights- * Gives more consistent steering trim * JConcepts original design and function * CNC machined aluminum, wrap-around concept * Set screw-controlled [...]
Over at Exotek Racing they have announced a Version 3 of their Heavy Duty Steel CVD Set for the iconic Traxxas Slash. If you are using Big power in your Slash, these extra beefy CVDs are a dependable way of putting down all that power. Here are the highlights- * Fits – Traxxas Modified, Slash 4×4 (Rear), or Slash 2wd * New [...]
The crew at JConcepts is now shipping an Aluminum Steering Kit for the Team Associated B7 & B7D race buggies. This high-end aluminum steering kit not only adds durability, but also increases steering precision. Here are the highlights- * CNC machined aluminum and titanium components * Unique JConcepts design and functionality * Beefy steering bellcranks * Available in black or blue * Heavy-Duty and adjustable [...]
Over at JConcepts they are now shipping Switchback Pre-Mounts for the Traxxas Rustler & Rustler 4×4. The JC Switchbacks are a great choice for speed runs and pavement bashing, while also having an aggressive enough tread for light off-road duties. Here are the highlights- * JConcepts Switchback tire and Shuttle wheel development * Pre-mounted on #3456 Shuttle wheels * Switch blade center tread [...]
