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Coming soon from WRC Racing is the 1/8th scaled SBX-2 Nitro Buggy Kit. Made from high-end materials, and tuned for speed, the SBX-2 is ready to put you on the top step of the podium. Here are the highlights- * New easy access composite diff bulkhead block set * Chassis now tuned for increased flex * New adjustable rear wing * New center differential [...]
Shipping now from JConcepts are RM2 1/8th Off-Road Insert Bands. The insert bands go over your tire inserts to help reduce expansion at speed. Check out these highlights- * Helps resist insert expansion * Bands firmly hold insert to the wheel * Made from durable, reusable rubber * Each package contains 24 pieces * Sized for hold and stability * Different sizes for 1/8 buggy and [...]
A few days ago HPI Racing announced three new machines to their 2022 Vorza Buggy Line-up. With big brushless or nitro power, long travel suspension, and all new wheels and tires, the new Vorza buggy line-up is ready for your next backyard bashing adventure. Watch the video below to learn more about the unique features of the 2022 Vorza buggy [...]
Just announced by the folks at HPI Racing is a 2022 Vorza Buggy Line-up. The new Vorza Buggy line-up includes one nitro unit, along with two Flux brushless powered versions. Here are the highlights- * New longer shocks front and rear * New taller front shock tower * New shock stand offs * New wheels and tires * New rear wing * New bodyshell and livery * [...]
New from ARRMA is the 1/8 Infraction 4X4 3S BLX Resto-Mod RTR. The 3S Infraction will be available in two different color schemes and is capable of 65+ mph speeds. Here are more highlights- * Two matte and gloss effect print scheme choices * Brushless-ready transmission includes strong, metal-geared diffs * dBoots Hoons Elevens tires mounted on tough, gunmetal colored wheels * Roof skids [...]
Over at TLR they have just dropped the 1/8 8IGHT-X/E 2.0 Combo 4WD Nitro/Electric Race Buggy Kit. Designed from the ground up for elite performance, the new 8IGHT-X/E 2.0 is both nitro and electric capable. Here are the highlights- * Fastest and easiest to drive TLR 1/8 buggy yet * Includes all the desired factory team option parts * Includes parts needed to [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 1/8th scaled MP10Te Kit. The MP10Te comes from a deep heritage of 8th scale excellence and was designed to exceed expectations. Check out these highlights- * New chassis design * New aerodynamic race body * Left-right split battery mounting * Width – 414mm * Wheelbase – 384-389mm * Gear Ratio – 14.12:1 * Weight – 4,200 grams The Kyosho 1/8 Inferno MP10Te [...]
The crew at TLR is now teasing a new 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit. TLR has a long history of winning championships and their latest nitro buggy is sure to follow that tradition. The new TLR buggy is still in the teaser stage at this point, but we should get full details next week! Until we learn more, you can use this [...]
Recently the crew over at Jetko Power announced a pair of new Belted Pre-Mounted 1/8 GT Tires. New from Jetko are the Quicker Belted and Black Phoenix Belted tires. Designed from the ground up for extreme performance, a heavy duty belt is used to eliminate tire expansion at speed. A special high temperature foam insert is used and both sets [...]
Coming later this year from XRay is the 2023 GTX8 Nitro On-Road Kit. This top-of-the-line race machine uses high-end build materials to go along with years of testing and engineering. Here are the highlights- * New graphite front top deck * Rear uprights have new graphite roll center plates * Reduced caster angle on front c-hubs * Machined graphite Ackermann plates * Shorter front and [...]
That’s right folks, the crew at HPI Racing have announced 3 new Vorza Truggies to their growing line-up of RTRs. You can choose from an updated brushless Flux power Vorza, one with nitro power, or the new Vorza S that comes with numerous hop-ups. The classic Vorza is still one of our favorite bash rigs, but we can’t wait to [...]
What in the world, Cubby is out of retirement? That’s right folks, I’ve pulled my lazy rear end out of my Lazy-Boy to do a special review for you guys! What makes this review special enough to get me out of retirement? Well, that would be Method RC! Method RC is coming at the tire/wheel market in a big way [...]
Over at Nemo Racing they are now teasing a new AGAMA 1/8 N1 Nitro Competition Buggy Kit. The new Agama N1 sports a bunch of upgrades to help reduce lap times, while also increasing durability. The big news on the N1 are its laydown style shocks that help reduce the buggy’s center of gravity. Until we learn more, you can [...]
Shipping now from Carson RC is the 1/8th scaled King of Dirt 4S RTR buggy. The King of Dirt has huge tires, massive suspension, and a gnarly 4S brushless power system. Check out these highlights- * 2.4 GHz radio with fail-safe function * 3 gear type differentials * Water-resistant electronics * Extra slim 3mm aluminum chassis * 100 amp Hobbywing brushless 4S ESC * 9 kg [...]
Now being teased by SWORKz is the 1/8 Apollo II Pro RTR Buggy. With big brushless power and a finely tuned chassis, the Apollo II is ready to go big on your next bashing adventure. Here are some highlights- * 7075 aluminum chassis * Full set of CVA style driveshafts * 12kg metal gear steering servo * 7075 aluminum shock towers * Fully pre-assembled and [...]
