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August 24, 2026

Kuenning wins 1:8 Open at Great Lakes Challenge

The 26th anniversary of the annual Great Lakes Challenge nitro onroad race took place at the TSRCAR track in Lebanon Ohio, where it was Xray’s Max Kuenning who took the win in 1:8 Open. In qualifying Kuenning would do a TQ double at the iconic US race, securing pole in both 1:8 and 1:10 Nitro Touring Car after 5 rounds of qualifying. With the event attracting just shy of 100 entries, in 1:8 Ron Atomic and David Dunn completed the Top 3 with Dunn claiming P2 in Sedan ahead of Chris Tossolini. In Sedan Kuenning’s race would last only 4-minutes allowing Dunn who took an early lead from the Top Qualifier to cruise to victory in the 40-minute final. Scott Fisher and Chris Doseck completed the podium. In 1:8 Open, the concluding race of the 2026 Great Lakes Challenge, Kuenning would have an early battle with Tossolini before the latter retired at the 16-minute mark. Holding on to his lead, the former ROAR National Champion would take the win from the Mugen Seiki of Sal Difazio and Infinity of Scotty Ernst. In 1:8 Nitro GT Claude Netune Jr. took his Serpent to the win.

Image: Max Kuenning [Facebook]

August 24, 2026

Berkan Kilic takes German 1:8 eBuggy National Title

A week after his brother Burak won at the Belgian eBuggy Nationals, Mugen Seiki’s Berkan Kilic has won the DMC German National title in the category. Racing at the predominantly astro surface Offroad Heiligenstadt track, the title race attracted 75 entries with Kilic taking his LRP powered MBX8R to the fastest time in all five qualifying rounds. Behind it was the Xray of Aaron Waltz who qualified second with Aaron Schwarz completing the Top 3. Winning his Semi Final, Waltz winning the other, Kilic would start the triple finals on pole. Winning the first of the 10-minute encounters by 8-seconds, a repeat win in A2 gave Kilic the title. With Walt winning A3, he would finish Runner-up with the Team Associated of 2024 National Nitro Champion Aaron Rönick completing the podium ahead of the Infinity of Thomas Tekaat.

Image: Berkan Kilic [Facebook]

August 24, 2026

Klinik RC Ultimate 1:8 Buggy & Truggy Tyre Glue Jig

American racing upgrade parts producer Klinik RC has released what they claim is the world’s first all in one 1:8 tyre glue jig. The Klinik RC Ultimate 1:8 Tyre Jig spins on a heavy duty ball bearing turn table to eliminate the stress of pulling the tyre bead open evenly. Simply install the top piece and twist, the bead opens evenly and perfectly in just a few seconds, equal pressure around the bead allowing glue to applied exactly where you need it. Release the cap, equal release eliminates the chance of the bead lifting or warping giving uneven side walls. After removing the cap, pull the tyre out and install a tyre band around the bead applying pressure and allow the glue to cure. After dozens of models and countless refinements, the Klinik RC Ultimate 1:8 Tyre Glue Jig is now ready to make your tyre gluing experience effortless and perfect every time. The jig stows away super compact and is completely self-contained.

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August 24, 2026

Serpent 990R LRC ‘Rear low Rollcenter’ Set

Serpent has introduced this new LRC ‘Rear low Rollcenter’ Set for its 990R 1:8 Onroad car. Already proving it benefits at the highest level, Andrea Catanzani used it to claim the TQ honours at the IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championship in Chile, this option part works by positioning the lower suspension arms 1mm lower. This optimised rear suspension geometry results in more rear traction and more steering at corner-entry.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

August 24, 2026

VBC Racing Varia MPAN-RR 1:10 Advanced Pan Car Kit

Having teased last month that they were working on a new M-Chassis size rear wheel drive rear-motor pan car, VBC Racing has announced the All-New Vari MPAN-RR. Describing their return to kit production after many years away as ‘Scale Realism Redefined’ first kit creation in many years, they say the inaugural release of the Varia lineup, the MPAN-RR is a dedicated M-Chassis size RWD rear-motor pan car engineered specifically to mimic the raw power delivery, weight transfer, and driving dynamics of full-scale rear-engine sports cars. VBC say modern RC racing has gradually shifted toward hyper-optimised speed and artificial traction—often losing the real-world driving feel that makes motorsport so thrilling. VBC Racing is changing that with the introduction of the VARIA Collection, built around the philosophy: Real Dynamics, Real Physics, Real Engagement. Key features & engineering highlights of the new car include Aero-Grade 7075 Aluminium components such as precision-machined 7075 steering blocks, 7075 body post micro-adjusters, and heavy-duty structural mounts. Top-Grade Carbon Fibre & Composites include carbon fibre main chassis, a carbon fibre rear shaft dust-proof cover, and high-impact carbon composite components engineered for optimal flex. The all-aluminium Steering Rack System is fully ball-bearing supported with easily adjustable Ackermann angles. A Floating Servo Mount System eliminates unwanted chassis tweaking, allowing the main chassis to flex symmetrically and naturally. Run inline or transverse configurations to fine-tune weight distribution and roll characteristics with the Selectable Battery Layouts. The kit also includes heavy-duty titanium turnbuckles paired with an impact-resistant TPU front bumper. The 210mm & 225mm Adjustable Wheelbase is designed to accommodate most popular M-Chassis bodies on the market with VBC Racing recommending pairing with rear-engine body shells, such as Porsche 911 series replicas, for ultimate scale realism.

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August 24, 2026

T-Works RC8 Alu Centre Diff Mounts | Multi-Ackerman Steering Block Plate

T-Works has added these Aluminium Centre Diff Mounts and Multi-Ackerman Steering Block Plates as upgrade parts for the Team Associated RC8 B4 platform. A direct replacements for the kit standard plastic mounts, the 7075‑T6 aluminium alloy mounts with black anodising and refined counter‑edge design for an attractive appearance, offers high torsion‑resistance that firmly locks the centre differential and CVD drive shafts for more precise power transmission. Compatible with 0/+1/+2 deg steering blocks, the Multi-Ackerman Steering Block Plates enhances structural rigidity and greatly improves impact‑resistance to reliably meet the high‑intensity handling demands of the racetrack.

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August 24, 2026

VP-Pro Mad Runner Front Evo 1:8 Buggy Tyre

VP-Pro has now released a new EVO version of its Mad Runner Front 1:8 Buggy tyre which was developed for Carpet/Astro Turf use. The Chinese tyre manufacturer say the latest tread pattern provides excellent forward traction and reduces the side bite at high speeds. Recommend for use with Mad Runner Evo as a rear tyre, it is available glued or unglued in MS2 and MS3 compounds with a choices of Yellow, White, Pink, Green, or Orange wheels.

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August 22, 2026

Yokomo MS2.1 Competition Touring Car

A year after the release of the MS2.0 Touring Car, and with the ISTC World Championships coming up in November at Huge RC in Thailand, Yokomo has announced that they have the MS2.1 on the way. The World Championship winning Japanese manufacturer has shared a CAD image of the car while also sharing details of what is to come describing the new MS2.1 as a further refinement of the Master Speed Series MS2.0. On the Master Speed MS2.1, the rear belt position has been moved closer to the battery which optimises the force applied to the centre pulley when drive power is increased. Additionally, the gap between the two bearings inside the centre pulley has been widened to improve retention accuracy, preventing pulley wobble and enhancing drive efficiency and durability. Other new features include
the front suspension arm now being longer by 1mm, and featuring a new front shock and sway bar mounting position. A new motor mount features a motor position raised by 0.5 mm which helps when using thinner chassis and provides a different roll characteristics. A lower centre of gravity has been achieved with new shock plastic parts and a new shock towers for the front and rear while the shock mounting position has also been optimised. These new parts on the 2.1 further improve the car’s capabilities and inherent potential across all track surfaces, evolving into a highly competitive machine. To allow existing MS2.0 owners enjoy the benefits of the Master Speed MS2.1, a conversion kit is also scheduled for release. The MS2.1 will be released simultaneously in three chassis specifications—carbon, aluminium, and steel! This means you can choose your kit for the various driving conditions and preferences.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]