After having a solid year in 2025, HPI Racing is finishing it up by announcing the 1/8 Savage XL Nitro SBK. This version of the legendary Savage XL comes in kit form, thus allowing you to modify it as you build. Here are more highlights- * SBK = Self build kit * Heavy duty 3 speed transmission * Bullet proof machined differentials * Aluminum [...]
The good folks at Serpent have announced the 1/8 SRX8GTE R Kit. This high-end race machine is made from the elite materials and features numerous changes for increased speed and adjustability. Here’s the highlights- * New 4mm thick aluminum chassis * Optional carbon fiber chassis * Narrower track width * Updated chassis geometry * New suspension brackets * New stiffer bulkheads * Split center diff * Adjustable caster [...]
Just announced by Team Associated are the RC10B84 & RC10B84D Classic Kits. These are a low run collectors type of release that adds a special vintage flair to Associated’s latest 4wd race buggy kit. Featuring RC10 Classic-inspired livery, both of these are sure to be a “must have” for serious Associated collectors. You can use this link to get full [...]
Greetings all- Happy Friday and Happy Holidays! With the holidays creeping up over the next couple of weeks, a lot of us are starting to shift gears a bit. Travel plans, family time, colder weather, and end-of-year chaos have a funny way of slowing things down — including time at the workbench. And if you’ve been in the R/C hobby long [...]
New over at RC Atomic is the 1/28th scaled BZ Master Edition 4WD Chassis Kit. The BZ Master Edition is a high-end race kit made from top shelf materials and was designed to win races, even at the highest levels of competition. Check out these highlights- * The most advanced Atomic AWD competition machine * Fully re-designed with belt drive 4wd chassis * [...]
Just announced by BlackZon (HPI Racing) is the 1/16th scaled Vyper SC RTR. This affordable entry level short course truck is available in both brushed, and brushless versions. Here are more details- * Built to be driven hard nearly anywhere * Easy enough for beginners, exciting enough for experienced drivers * Turbo brushless version available for more power * Available in four striking color [...]
New from Hudy is a line-up of 101 Carpet Buggy Tires. Sized to fit 1/10 off-road race buggies, the new 101s were designed to win at any level of competition. Here are some highlights- * High-performance 1/10 off-road carpet tires * Designed for modern carpet tracks * Optimized carcass & contact patch for consistent performance * Stable handling under high cornering loads * Controlled sidewall [...]
1 RC Racing has announced the 1/18 Late Model 3.0 Clear Body Set. The 3.0 version has been updated to look more like modern late model 1:1 race cars, while also providing serious on-track performance. Here are the highlights- * Specifically designed for the 1 RC 1/18 Dirt Late Model * Reflects the latest designs seen on 1:1 dirt racetracks * Features a [...]
The teasing is over and DragonPunch RC has released full details on their upcoming 1/10 XX^2 Founders Edition Vintage Buggy Conversion Kit. Designed for modern vintage racing, the XX^2 features high-end build materials, while still maintaining that classic vibe. Here are the highlights- * Founder Edition – Only 25 of these kits will be produced * Beautiful silver carbon fiber chassis * Uniquely [...]
New from the Team Associated crew is the 1/10th scaled DC10 Classic Kit. Sporting a hot looking muscle car body and a very capable RWD drift chassis, this version of the DC10 is sure to be a big hit for all you drift fans out there. Here are the highlights- * New 2mm gold anodized aluminum flex chassis included * Classic white [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 2026 edition of their 1/8 Inferno MP10e Brushless Readyset. Fully painted and assembled for your convenience, this high performance brushless buggy is perfect for bashing or local racing. Check out these highlights- * Optimized front-to-rear weight balance * Pre-painted Inferno MP10e body with excellent aerodynamics * New servo and brushless motor with proven reliability * 2.4GHz KT-331P pistol-grip [...]
Over at Traxxas they have uploaded a new New Traxxas Mini Rally VXL Colors! video. Now available in red, gray, or blue, the Traxxas Mini Rally VXL Ford RS200 RTR has a fully licensed body to go along with a powerful VXL brushless system under the hood. Ready for dirt, pavement, or a mix of both, the Traxxas Mini Rally [...]
New from Team Associated are FT Rear Hubs for off-road racing platforms. These high-end Factory Team rear hubs offer a new -4 offset and are extra beefy to eliminate DNFs. These are available in black or blue and in standard or HRC geometry. You can use this link to get full details on the Team Associated FT Rear Hubs, or you [...]
Over at DragonPunch RC they are teasing a new 2WD Vintage Buggy Kit. The DragonPunch crew has slowly been releasing teaser images, with the one above being the last teaser before full details are released. While Team Associated has been totally dominating the vintage market, Losi fans have been left behind. After its full release tomorrow, we expect the Losi [...]
The good folks at Yokomo have released details on their upcoming 1/10 Pandem Nissan Fairlady Z (RZ34) Drift RTR. With a fully licensed Fairlady body, and a highly capable RWD drift chassis underneath, the new Yokomo is ready for hours of slideways fun. Available in either red or blue, the Yokomo crew have included a new beefier ESC to further [...]
