Ryan Maker’s Inov8 brand has released these new 3DX Carbon 1:10 Onroad Setup Wheels. The perfect set of setup wheels for checking tweak, camber and more, they are machined from 3mm Carbon Fibre and feature “brake disc” inserts for an awesome look. The wheels feature an included axle to store them all together to prevent loss or damage when in transit or at the track. The wheel set ships as four 3DX Carbon Setup Wheels together with one Axle and Nut.
British company TMG Speed has recently released a number of Alloy Upgrade parts for the vintage Team Associated B3 1:10 2WD Buggy. A kit was was originally launched in the 90s, TMG have produced a Front bulkhead, Transmission brace, and Battery brace as upgrades for the buggy. Anodised in the Associated blue, these parts enable you to customise your buggy and add durability for the popular vintage racing.
After the fifth round was canceled due to rain, Round 6 of Japanese based Speed King Tour 2025 was held at World Jam Racing indoor carpet track in Gummna prefecture last weekend. This was the final round of this year’s Speed King Tour and championships would be decided at the event. Xpress driver Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa took TQ at TC0 class (Modified) and his teammate Yugo Nagashima secured P2. Yoshiyasu made a good start but he made very small mistake on Lap 8. Yugo didn’t miss the opportunity to capitalise on the mistake and moved up to P1. Although Yoshiyasu tried to catch Yugo, Yugo never gave back up the position. Yoshiyasu finished second and while Masaya Okazaki took P3 with fastest lap time for an all Xpress podium. Ryosuke Yamamoto did not attend round 6 but he had enough points to taking 2025 TC0 class championship.
Chinese tyre and accessories manufacturer VP-Pro has announced the signing of leading offroad racer Berkan Kilic. The younger of the well known Turkish Kilic brothers, who both race for Mugen Seiki, the 19 years old has over 10 years of racing experience. The multiple IFMAR 1:8 Nitro Buggy World Championship finalist and European Championship podium finisher will as part of the new deal use VP-Pro tyres, bodies and accessories at major national and international events in the upcoming two years. With Kilic’s signing VP-Pro say they ‘look to improve on its existing product range and continue to bring high-quality and affordable products to everyone.’ On the announcement Kilic, who joins Atsushi Hara in representing VP-Pro, said, ‘I’m really looking forward to joining VP-Pro for the 2026–2027 season. A new challenge awaits, and I’m ready to give my best to help drive development and make everything even better. I’ve already tested some of the products, and I was genuinely impressed by how well they performed.’
Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]
With a lot of buzz being generated around 1:28 racing in 2025, the new car releases continue to roll out this time with France’s RTRC announcing their upcoming kit release, the RTA V3. The car already has a winning pedigree with Thomas Robin taking the car to victory in Pan Open at the recent PN Racing World Cup in Colorado. With the RTA the centre of gravity has been significantly reworked, as well as the weight distribution. The chassis is now machined in a solid block, ensuring minimal assembly tolerances and increased rigidity. A new LiPo orientation means the chassis corners much flatter for improved cornering speed. The centrally mounted servo provides more precise left-right balance, and the Ackermann geometry has been designed symmetrically, even with links of different lengths. The car gets a new front end which is 4 mm wider, making it both more stable and more efficient. The new-generation motor mount features a lower center of gravity thanks to the motor being lowered by several millimetres. New-generation side links offer numerous advantages including allowing for perfect chassis alignment adjustment and helping reduce play in the rear end thanks to the use of ball cups. A precise hydraulic system is included with the kit, providing exceptional damping on multiple axes. The differential is the result of a completely innovative design, unique on the market. It features a thrust bearing and two ball bearings for maximum smoothness, even when tightened. The differential is supplied with a titanium shaft.
RSRC, the brand of multiple European 1:8 Buggy Champion and factory Kyosho driver Reno Savoya, has released a number of carbon fibre parts for the recently released MP11 1:8 Nitro Buggy. Machined in France from carbon fibre made in Europe with large mesh that is more durable, the RSRC parts are the perfect fit for the latest Kyosho Inferno model. The range includes a Servo Saver Plate, Center Diff Plate, Front and Rear Shock Towers, Radio Tray, Center Diff Risers, Wing Spacers, and Skid Plates.
Schumacher’s Ben Smith has won the annual 2WD only Willspeed Grand Prix. Branded as WSGP4, reflecting this being the fourth running of the event which is organised by British manufacturer Willspeed who are best known for its billet aluminium buggy conversion kits. Run in partnership with the 1066 Racing club in Hastings, this year saw 88 drivers led by Xray’s defending champion Lee Martin take on the indoor carpet track. With four rounds of qualifying and each driver’s combined fastest two times determining the grids for the finals it was Smith who secured the TQ ahead of Martin with the Xray of Harley Eldridge in third. With double mains for all drivers from the A to H Main, Smith would put in two clean A-Mains to becoming the Willspeed Grand Prix Champion ahead of Eldridge who got by Martin in both finals. Martin would complete the podium just ahead of 2024 runner-up and Willspeed driver Kyle Moon.
Image: Ben Smith [Facebook]
Offroad aftermarket parts producer Vision Racing has introduced new Titanium Shock standoffs with Delrin bushings for all Team Associated platforms. Available in 8mm, 10mm, and 12mm lengths, the titanium shock mounts are designed to enhance the durability and performance. Each kit includes two standoffs made from Ti 6Al-4V grade 5 titanium, known for its exceptional strength and lightweight properties. The standoffs provide a robust mounting solution for your shocks, ensuring they stay securely in place and made from Titanium they are highly resistant to wear and corrosion. To maintain precise shock movement without unwanted play or slop, the kit also includes two separate Delrin shock bushings. Delrin is a high-performance engineering thermoplastic known for its low friction properties. These bushings effectively minimise friction and provide smooth shock movement, contributing to improved overall suspension performance.
Source: Vision Racing [visionracing.net]
