New from Jason and the crew at JConcepts is the JCI CreepER Cab Only Clear Body. The JCI CreepER Cab Only is nicely scaled and even comes pre-trimmed for your convenience. Here are the highlights- * High-clearance design to increase performance * Fits 12.3” wheelbase scale crawlers * Cab only for endless build opportunities * Skeleton like grille * Vintage, large single cab construction * Flange [...]
Over at HPI Racing they are coming hard for 2022. After a number of new releases in the past few months, they have now announced the 1/8th scaled 2001 Subaru WR8 Flux RTR as well as the 2001 Subaru WR8 Nitro. Both cars are highly scale realistic and have massive amounts of power for hardcore cul-de-sac bashing. Here are the [...]
New over at Kyosho is a Picture Teaser of their next big buggy release. The Kyosho crew has been teasing a re-release of their Optima Mid 4wd buggy for several weeks and the latest teaser image looks right on point. For now all we have is a single teaser picture, expect full details soon on what is sure to be [...]
Looking to spruce up the insides of your Tamiya TT-02? Yeah Racing has released its Aluminum Servo Mount for this on-road platform, allowing you to add a touch of style to the interior of your R/C car. Made from durable, lightweight aluminum, this servo mount features a tribal/flame design on the side posts and also sports beveled edges and silver accents. [...]
ARRMA is bringing the smoke for 2022 and have just posted a new Teaser Image. The teaser picture shown above looks a bit like a rock bouncer, or perhaps even a UTV, but we will all have to wait until tomorrow to get the full scoop. ARRMA has long been known for putting out extreme performance bash machines, we can’t [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced a new Metal Car Stand. Designed for 1/10 and 1/8th scaled vehicles, the JC metal car stand is a sturdy and long lasting design. Here are the highlights- * All-aluminum formed and cut product * Cut-outs for handles * Laser etched logos * Pre-cut holes in top deck for shock rebuilds * Foam for top deck is included * Available [...]
New from Exotek is the Type A 1/10 USGT Clear Race Body. The Type A is fully approved for USGT competition and features a classic super-car look. Check out these highlights- * 194mm in width allows for wider suspension or wheel hex set ups * Made from a clear .7mm premium polycarbonate * Aggressive splitter with muscular fenders * Low slung hood with downforce [...]
Over at Traxxas they have released a new E-Revo VXL Hits the Skatepark promotional video. The mighty E-Revo has been one of the best bashing machines that money could buy from the very start. Watch the video below to see just how extreme it can go. The E-Revo VXL features long travel suspension and a burly brushless power system, thus [...]
G’day folks! Last week I had a look at things we did not see in 2021, now it’s time to pay some attention to what we did see. No game changing releases, but upgrades to proven platforms. Yokomo released a new version of their YD2 chassis, the YD2-Z, claiming it to have undergone a major evolution and “to be the final [...]
Treal has released an Overdrive Gear upgrade for the Axial SCX6. This all-metal gear set features ring and pinion gears that are designed for use with both the stock SCX6 axle housing and Treal’s Aluminum SCX6 Axle Housing. This gear set has a 13T/39T gear ratio (compared to the 12T/43T ratio from the stock gears). Treal’s gears have been designed with [...]
Ivan and the crew at Carisma are now teasing a new 1/24th scaled GT24D Subaru STI Drift Spec RTR. As the BigSquidRC crew gets heavy into the small scale indoor scene for winter, this is perfect timing for such a release. With 4wd, a powerful brushless motor, and a FHSS 2.4GHz radio, the new Carisma is ready for all sorts [...]
Well hello there Panda Hobby, aren’t you bringing it for 2022! The crew over at Panda Hobby is now shipping their incredibly trick 1/24th scaled Tetra24 X3 Portal Edition RTR. Now that you’ve seen it is 24th scale, you might be thinking, well, it’s just a toy. But wait, the crew at Panda takes their small scalers Incredibly Seriously. So [...]
Over at Tamiya they are now teasing a Toyota Land Cruiser 40 Quadtrack Pick-Up. The new Land Cruiser not only comes with a body styled for fun, but it also includes Tamiya’s soft terrain Quadtrack system. The track system on the Land Cruiser is great for running on soft terrain like mud, snow, or sand. Also of note, the new [...]
The CEN Racing Ford F-450 is a unique scale truck in that it’s geared toward on-road adventures vs tackling the trail. If you own one of these rigs and want to make it your own, H-Tech Custom Products has released a new, Aluminum Grille add-on, which will give your dually even more scale appeal. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, this grille features [...]
Just announced by Hobbywing is the XeRun XR8 Plus G2S Brushless ESC. The G2S is a high-end sensored ESC that was designed for precise control, with massive amounts of adjustability. Check out these highlights- * Designed for 1/8 scale * Max Cell Count – 6S LiPo * Waterproof – No * Continuous Current – 200 amps * BEC – 6 to 8.4 volts adjustable, 6 [...]
