March 11, 2026

IFMAR World Championship Update – Original schedule unlikely

IFMAR has just issued an update on the hosting of the 1:12 and ITSC World Championships in Foshan, China, which at present looks unlikely to be staged as originally scheduled.  In the update the World Governing body states, ‘While discussions remain ongoing, the matters affecting the event have not yet been resolved and it is now highly unlikely that the championships will be able to take place on the currently scheduled dates.’  With just 2-weeks until the 1:12 Worlds was due to begin at Hongyu GDC, it looks like racers will have to try recoup their flights where possible with IFMAR also highlighting that it is looking at alternative locations and new dates to ensure both classes categories crown World Champions in 2026.  IFMAR will provide a further update in the next 48-hours.

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March 11, 2026

Infinity IF14 Speciale 1.5mm Alu Chassis

Infinity has released this optional 1.5mm aluminium chassis for its IF14 Speciale 1:10 Electric Touring Car.  It is designed to provide increased rigidity and a different handling balance compared to the standard configuration.  The chassis is combined together with a dedicated stainless steel screw kit, featuring special thin flat screws specifically designed to ensure optimal tightening and a perfect fit with the chassis geometry.  Also included in the new options are lower suspension arm balls, allowing the suspension arms to be mounted closer to the ground.  This solution offers additional setup flexibility and helps optimise the car’s handling characteristics.  For convenience, the stainless steel screws are also available separately as individual spare parts.

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March 11, 2026

Serpent Viper 990e R 1:8 Onroad Kit

Having released their latest 1:8 Onroad competition nitro car back in November, Serpent has now released the electric version of the platform – the Viper 990e R.  Key features of the 990e R are a slight redesign to the chassis shape to enhance flex characteristics and improve handling.  The rear end has a smaller cut and the rear thickness has been reduced to give the perfect flex for this car.  Additionally, the new chassis features a second servo saver position, offering greater Ackermann adjustment options for even more precise steering performance.  The most significant updates are in the rear.  The new bulkheads are now easier to assemble, with the two rearmost screws much more accessible for quicker and more convenient maintenance.

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March 10, 2026

Paloschi wins Senesi GT International GP

Hosted by 2024 EFRA European GT Champion Natanaele Senesi, the Senesi GT International Grand Prix took place over the weekend where Capricorn’s Gabriele Paloschi took the win.  The third edition of the race which takes place at the Pista Leno track in the north of the country, qualifying in the Pro Nitro class would see Senesi and his Senesi Motorsport Raptor secure the TQ ahead of Paloschi.  The WIRC of 2020 IFMAR GT World Champion Joern Neumann completed the Top 3 ahead of 2023 Worlds Top Qualifier Alex D’angelo.  In the half hour final, the Pro class running a controlled Sweep GT2-D40 tyre, after the early retirement for Neumann it was Paloschi who took the win by 5-seconds from the Genius of Leonardo Valente.  Having led for the opening 12-minutes unfortunately contact from behind saw Senesi end up on the grass.  Losing half a lap, he rejoined in 5th place from where would work his way back up 3rd to complete the podium just ahead of D’angelo.  In electric GT, Neumann took the TQ and win while in Open Nitro Manuel Baruzzi took the win from pole.

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March 10, 2026

Schumacher Vibe FT 1:10 FWD Sport Race Kit

New from Schumacher comes the Vibe FT, a competitive 1:10 front wheel drive touring racing chassis designed for dedicated club racers.  The car’s modern layout delivers the tuning range and adjustability you’d expect from top level race platforms, but in an affordable and approachable package.  The Vibe FT is built to be durable, consistent, and easy to maintain.  Alloy shocks with purple anodised adjusters, UJ driveshafts, and purple alloy transmission components come as standard equipment.  The strong yet flexible S2 chassis and top deck deliver confident handling and allow the Vibe FT to be tuned for any track surface.  The British manufacturer expect the new kit to be available from mid March.

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March 10, 2026

iRacing World Champion Caruso joins Hobbywing

Former iRacing World Champion & 2026 TITC Open Brushless Finalist Jordan Caruso has been announced as the latest addition to the Hobbywing team line-up.  The Australian, who last month was announced as joining Awesmatoix as his official chassis sponsor, will now officially represent the Chinese ESC and motor manufacturer with his focus on the ultra-competitive 13.5 class in Australia, competing at the National Championship as well as the QLD, VIC, and NSW State Titles.  On the announcement the Melbourne racer said, ‘Very grateful to be joining Team Hobbywing!  Thanks so much to everyone for the opportunity.  I’m excited to do my best to represent the best brand in electronics.’

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

March 9, 2026

Harper wins season finale to lift 7th EWS Title

Elliott Harper won the final round of the 2025/26 Essex Winter Series this weekend – which meant he also secured a record-extending seventh EWS title. Elliott came into the finale tied on points with Kyle Branson, with Alex Thurston just two points back – meaning any one of the three could win the overall series title in the LRP Modified class.  Elliott was the class of the field from the start, setting the best time in the opening three qualifying rounds with his Schumacher to secure the TQ position and put the championship outcome firmly in his hands. Despite some mixed results throughout qualifying, the contenders would line up on the grid in championship order – Kyle starting second with his ToniSport-backed Mugen after winning the fourth qualifier when Elliott rolled his car off the track in the final minute, and Alex starting third for Mugen after second-place runs in Q2 and Q4. Harley Eldridge led the Xray charge in fourth, mixing it with Kyle and Alex particularly in the opening few rounds, with Bailey Graves (Schumacher) rounding out the top five on the starting grid. The single-leg A Final saw Elliott determined to win the championship in style – and he quickly opened a gap over the first few laps of the race. The first to effectively drop out of the championship battle was Alex – a mistake on the opening lap saw him drop down the field, promoting Harley up to third in the race. Elliott built a 3-second lead at the front, which allowed him to cruise to the victory and the championship win. Kyle stayed well ahead of the chasing pack – solidifying his position as the championship runner-up, but not able to bring the fight to Elliott this time. Harley rounded out the podium on the day, securing her fourth in the standings. Daniel Robins moved up the grid in the finals to take fourth in the race, with Alex recovering to fifth place and thus completing the championship podium.

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