Over at RC4WD they are now celebrating their 25th Anniversary. Everyone here at Big Squid RC would like to wish the crew at RC4WD a very happy Silver Jubilee, making a quarter century in any business is a very hard thing to do. When RC4WD first came out, they really changed the rc game by not using the typical distribution [...]
New and hot from Pandora RC is the 1/10 RWB 964 Type Rauh-Welt Begriff Clear Body. This high-end Porsche body is authorized by Rauh-Welt Begriff and has been beautifully scaled down from the 1:1 original. Here’s the highlights- * 1/10 unpainted polycarbonate body * Decals: 2 types, masking sheet included * Made in Japan * Separate polycarbonate rear bumper and front canard * Resin rear [...]
New from HPI Racing is the 1/10 1973 Porsche Carrera RSR Sport 3 RTR. This beautifully scaled Porsche RSR is available in two paint schemes, as well as with a brushed or Flux brushless power system. Here’s more details- * All-new 200mm bodyshell * Available in orange or brumos livery * Available as a Sport3 or Sport3 FLUX * Wide-arch stance and timeless silhouette * [...]
Over at Pandora RC they have announced a new line-up of Transmitter Steering Wheels. Three new steering wheels are in development right now and they are expected to start shipping in March. Instead of using traditional foam, the Pandora wheels will come with an original resin covering, thus making them last longer, while still maintaining excellent grip. To start off [...]
Attention Ascent-18 Apex owners! Injora has released its Black Brass High Clearance Links Set, designed to improve the durability and overall performance of Redcat’s comp-focused 1/18-scale crawler. Made from machined brass, this set of chassis and suspension links adds weight and rigidity to the underside of your Ascent-18 Apex and finishes it off with a touch of style. Speaking of finishes, [...]
Coming soon from PR Racing is the 1/10th scaled 2026 SB401-R 4WD Buggy Kit. The 2026 edition comes in dirt and carpet versions to help get you dialed in to your local track conditions. The dirt version comes with a center diff plus slipper clutch, while the carpet version has a center one-way along with a slipper. The PR Racing 2026 [...]
New from Fenix Racing is the Etna Clear Body for Pro10 racing cars. Developed with the assistance of an advanced CAD system, the Etna was designed for serious performance. Here’s the highlights- * Mold was made via 6-axis CNC * Designed for all levels of drivers * Canard front wings to adjust front grip * Available in 0.5 or 0.75mm The Fenix Racing Etna Pro10 [...]
Long-time R/C fans may remember the glorious era of toy-grade R/Cs during the late ’80s and ’90s. Few vehicles from that time period were as iconic as the Tyco Turbo Bandit off-road truck. Fast and flashy, the Turbo Bandit carved out a permanent place in R/C history — and who could ever forget that legendary Turbo Mode? Well, it looks like [...]
As Rlaarlo continues to climb the ladder in the rc world, they have dropped numerous teasers of vehicles they will be showing at the 2026 Nuremburg International Toy Fair. Check out below what’s coming soon from the good folks at Rlaarlo- * Fully licensed 1/7 Mercedes-Benz Unimog * Fully licensed 1/7 Mitsubishi EVO * HY6 Hongyan CQ261 6×6 Military Truck and Hongyan “Divine [...]
Greetings all, and Happy Friday! As winter weather is about to wallop a good portion of the U.S., I find myself hunkered down in the workshop, coffee in hand, doing what many of us do this time of year: scouring the internet for release news ahead of the Nuremberg International Toy Fair, which opens next week. One of the first big pieces [...]
Available now from Team Associated is a RC10 Fluorescent Green Chassis Set. If your favorite color is green, or green is a great match for your RC10 build, this genuine AE chassis is the perfect upgrade. Here’s some highlights- * Includes chassis, nose, and motor plates * Expertly powder coated in sunny southern California * Each chassis sports an “AE Genuine Part” decal * [...]
Over at PN Racing they have announced the 175525 V5 2500kV Sensored Brushless Motor for 1/28th scaled vehicles. Featuring serious power and precision, the new version 5 PN Racing sensored brushless motor is a great choice for hardcore 1/28th scale racers. Here’s the highlights- * Highest levels of quality control * Perfectly set mechanical timing * Reduced cogging * Smooth power delivery Use this link [...]
If you’re running a Team Associated RC10 Rally and want to give it an under-the-body transformation, Yeah Racing has you covered with their Aluminum Essential Conversion Kit. Featuring a blend of aluminum and graphite components, this upgrade kit will enhance the style, durability, and performance of your R/C rally car. While you can purchase most, if not all, of these parts [...]
Over at Kyosho they are showing off a new 1/10 KC10 Toyota Land Cruiser 60 Readyset scale rock crawler. Featuring a fully licensed Toyota Land Cruiser body, and a highly capable off-road chassis, the new Kyosho Land Cruiser is sure to be a good time out on your local trails. Here’s some highlights- * Injection molded body details * Electroplated front grill * [...]
New from Boom Racing is the 1/10th scaled BRX01 AWB “Holy Grail” Custom Builder’s Kit. Designed for hardcore builders, this “Holy Grail” builder’s kit is incredibly versatile, and is a great start to your next custom project. Here’s the highlights- * Custom-configured Boom Racing chassis, built your way * Includes links, leaf springs, or hybrid suspension * Adjustable wheelbase and adjustable width * Straight [...]
