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Now available for pre-order is the Cobra Eco 2wd Buggy Kit from Team Mardave. The Cobra Eco is an economical way to get into racing and was designed for speed, plus durability. Here are the highlights- * Based off the successful previous Cobra kit * Ball diff with new thrust race and diff plates * Durable GRP shock towers * New aluminum alloy big [...]
New from XRay is their 2022 GTXE 1/8th on-road kit. The GTXE is one of the fastest on-road cars on the market, with the 2022 version sporting numerous upgrades and changes. Check out these highlights- * Electric specific chassis layout * 2022 model has longer wheelbase chassis * New composite battery boxes fit short or standard packs * Aluminum spacers raise diff heights for [...]
New from WRC Racing is the GT4.1 Nitro Touring Car Kit. The GT4.1 is a 1/10 high-end race kit that features the latest in on-road nitro technology. Check out these highlights- * 7075 CNC machined aluminum parts * Premium quality plastic * Optimized weight distribution * Two piece carbon fiber top deck * Short, big bore shocks * Super narrow radio plate * Two speed gearbox To get [...]
For all you vintage F1 fans out there, Fenix Racing has dropped the Classique 2 Formula 1 car kit. The Classique 2 has been updated to make it easy to run modern shorty style LiPo batteries, while sporting classic F1 styling. Here are more highlights- * Fits shorty, super shorty, and LCG shorty style LiPo batteries * Simpler rear end – Torsion [...]
After a complete sweep of the 2021 ROAR On-Road Carpet Nationals, Awesomatrix has announced the 1/10th scaled A800FX Evo FWD 1/10 Touring Car Kit. For all you guys looking for the highest of high-end FWD machines, the A800FX Evo is ready to rock your world. Here are the highlights- * Based off the Awesomatrix A800FX * Extended wheelbase * Completely new steering unit * [...]
We have been told that the Tekno ET48 2.0 4WD 1/8 Electric Truggy Kit is now available to pre-order from your dealer of choice! The ET48 has been a top choice for Truggy racers, and the 2.0 version brings some big changes/updates. Check out the highlights- * 4mm CNC 7075 Aluminum Hard Anodized Lightened Chassis * Independent Servo/ESC Mount w/ Decoupled [...]
For all you Team Mardave fans out there, they are now teasing the all new Mini Racer 21. The new for 2021 Mini Racer was made for incredible levels of fun, while also being super affordable. Set to go on sale later this month, the Mini Racer 21 has an all new body to go along with the new chassis. [...]
In the last teaser, JD Model showed only under-the-hood shots of their upcoming JDM-168 Scale Rock Crawler. Today the crew at JD Model has released multiple body pictures of the 168 and they are just as impressive as its chassis. The body on the 168 has been nicely scaled down to 1/10th sizing and is littered with high-end scale details. [...]
After some teasing, Pre-Orders are now officially open for the Kaioz RC Model Studio TW-715 Scale Rock Crawler. The TW-715 has some insane levels of detailing, especially with its body and under the hood. Check out these highlights- * Full Metal Body * Remote diff locking * Full metal ladder style frame * Incredible scale engine * Gearbox- Low gear, high gear, and neutral * Can [...]
For all you Team Associated tifosi out there, they have just announced the RC10B6.3 Team Buggy Kit. The “Point 3” version of the RC10B6 includes further revisions to keep it on the top step of the podium. Check out these highlights- * All-new wide-pivot rear end * Chassis-mounted servo mount * Integrated transponder mount * +4 mm shock rod ends * Tie-rod battery brace hardware [...]
Coming soon from Agama is the A319P 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit. This high-end race kit was designed to be competitive at even the highest levels of competition. Here are the highlights- * New drivetrain w/ 43/13 diff & pinion gearing * 47T spur gear and 13T clutch bell * Aluminum 17.5 degree 7075 aluminum caster blocks * 7075 CNC machined aluminum engine mount & [...]
Today the crew at Tamiya released more details on their upcoming TA08 Pro Touring Car Kit. The TA08 Pro continues the evolution of Tamiya’s TA series and comes with a slew of upgrades. Here are more highlights- * 2 belt 4WD system * Chassis features a stepped V design * Spur gear located in front of motor to increase stability * TRF420 gear differentials * [...]
Shipping soon from ARC is the 1/8th scaled R8.3 Nitro On-Road Kit. The R8.3 has received numerous updates to increase durability, as well as speed. Here are the highlights- * All new chassis * All new shocks * All new steering blocks with larger bearings * All new internal gear ratio & 2 speed shoes * All new top deck * All new front bulkhead You can [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have announced the upcoming re-release of their vintage Ford Zakspeed Turbo Capri Gr.5 Würth on-road car kit. This blast from the past is highly detailed, as well as easy to build. Here are more highlights- * Comes on Tamiya’s entry level TT-02 chassis * Shaft driven 4wd * Double wishbone suspension * Friction shocks * Comes with motor and ESC The [...]
Over at Tamiya they have announced the upcoming re-release of the Nova Fox buggy kit. First seen way back in 1985, the Nova Fox has been updated and is back for your backyard enjoyment. Here are the highlights- * Polycarbonate body * Gold color metal-plated wheels * Ribbed front tires with oval block tires in the rear * Driver figure included * Updated 2wd chassis [...]
