Mugen Seiki has announced the upcoming release of a steel chassis for its MTC3 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Compared to the original A2437 1.5mm Aluminium chassis, the weight is approximately 68 grams heavier giving the car a low centre of gravity. The chassis tension is set harder than the original and combined with the low CG, it improves stability in high-speed, high-grip tracks. it is scheduled for shipment on November 9th.
Having revealed render images in September of a new LCG Suspension conversion kit it was working on for its X5B 1:8 Buggy platform, Taiwan’s Hong Nor has announced that completed buggy kits are now officially available. The new LCG suspension system is designed around three key principles – lightweight, simplicity, and performance. Working on both the nitro X5B and electric iX5B, it gives more options for fine-tuning the buggy to suit different track conditions and driving preferences.
Having published news of Cerberus Racing’s new GT12 body just before boarding our flight back from Shanghai after attending Hobby Culture Festival China (HCFC) over the weekend, it has recieved a barrage of negative comments on the design leading designer & brand owner Josh Cyrul to respond with his own post on social media. The veteran America racer agrees that these bodies are ‘smashed’ but explains that it is designed to meet the rules and that a properly scale shell GT3 body would not actually fit the cars it is intended for.
Having been the face of the world class RC facility that is Hongyu GDC in Foshan, China, it has been announced that Gavin Kwok has amicable concluded his relationship with Foshan Xiangyue Sports Technology Co., Ltd., the company behind the venue. The announcement was made that Kwok has officially departed his role as Principal Manager effective October 30, 2026. Only opened in September 2025, the Hongyu GDC International Racing Center was four years in the making with Kwok at the helm and using his own international racing experience to attract international drivers to the city of Foshan. While the track was dealt a major blow when it was forced to cancel the ISTC World Championship earlier this year, it successfully opened its first full season with the hosting of the Asian Nitro Party race which proved a massive international success. With the 2nd edition of this nitro onroad race already announced for January 15-17, 2027, and set to attract an even greater international attendance, Red RC understands that Kwok’s departure does not in any way effect the racing calendar at Hongyu GDC. Following the official announcement (see below), Kwok posted on his social media, ‘Looking back on these four years of building and running the race track, it has been an unforgettable journey. I am truly grateful to everyone who has given trust, support and companionship along the way. Being able to take part in and witness the gradual growth of this project is an incredibly precious experience for me. I have received many messages of concern recently, and there have been all sorts of rumours circulating. Please refer only to official announcements. Do not believe or spread unconfirmed information. With sincere gratitude, I wish everything the very best for the future.’
Infinity has release a new 2-speed transmission set for its World Championship winning IF15-2 1:10 Nitro Touring Car. Featuring a revised spur gear mounting section, achieved through a mold modification, the newly designed 2-speed housing supports the assembly with two different-sized bearings, providing improved precision and significantly reducing play. The fixing area between the 2-speed hub and main shaft has also been reinforced by increasing the diameter to 12 mm and adding more material. Despite the increased strength, the total weight of the complete unit remains virtually unchanged, from 24.8 grams for the previous version to 25.1 grams for the new version. The internal diameter of the 2-speed housing has been reduced by 0.1 mm to improve shifting feel. The shape of the adjustment openings has also been optimised, while the shoes can be installed in either leading or trailing orientation. Adjustment openings are intentionally provided on both sides of the housing to improve rotational balance. The 2-speed housing also features a high-hardness plated surface treatment, helping to maintain a stable contact surface with the shoes over a long period of use. New shoes now feature a roller-type weight system, helping to maintain more consistent shift timing and adjustment screws have also been increased to M4 size, making the adjustment less likely to change during operation. The mold-revised spur gears are also compatible with the previous 2-speed system.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
New from SkyRC comes their ThermoGuard LiPo Battery Warmer, designed to help RC racers get their batteries race-ready with controlled preheating for more consistent power delivery. Featuring an adjustable temperature range of 20–55°C in 5°C increments and a 10–90-minute timer, ThermoGuard automatically maintains the selected temperature until the timer expires. A real-time temperature display and three-colour LED indicator provide clear heating status at a glance, while built-in low-voltage and temperature protection functions offer additional peace of mind. For temperatures above 45°C, heating time is automatically limited to 30 minutes. Powered by a 7.4–18V DC input via XT60, the compact 186g unit also doubles as a LiPo safety bag for battery storage and transport, making it a practical addition to any RC racer’s pit equipment.
Continuing its roll our of body shells, new start-up Cerberus Racing has introduced its first 1:12 GT12 body, the Vettore 12. Based on a real world GT3 platform, the Vettore features an aggressive styling created to turn heads and enhance the performance of GT12 cars no matter the surface. Produced using premium polycarbonate it is available in 2 thickness options – 015″ (.4mm) and .020″ (.5mm) with each including window masks.
One of Korea’s promising young international talents, Team Associated’ s Hyunkyu Jung has claimed the country’s KMRCA 1:8 Nitro Buggy National title. Finishing runner-up at the 2025 Championships, Spain’s Daniel Pariente the winner, Jung would dominate racing at the ‘TheTrack’ in Gimpo in South Korea. With his eBuggy win at the season final of the Asian Buggy Championships in Indonesia one of the Jung’s 2026 international racing highlights, in qualifying for the Nationals Jung would top all three qualifiers to secure the TQ ahead of the Mugen Seiki of Tony Jeon and veteran Korean racer Dani Choi. Setting the fastest lap of the 1-hour final, Jung would take a comfortable win ahead of Choi, the Kyosho driver getting ahead of Jeon with them both finishing on the same lap.
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