Adding to its range of storage & carry bags, Hudy has introduced this bag intended for transporting around and storing a 1:8 GT car. Made in Europe using high-quality European materials, the bag features padded walls. With your R/C car being one of the single most important pieces of your racing equipment, the bag will protected it when traveling to & from races such as the IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championships which take place in Chile later this year.
Germany’s Revolution Design Racing Products has rolled out another new release for Xray owners with this Aluminium Rear Hub Set for the XB4 and XB2 1:10 Buggies. A premium upgrade part for both 2024 | 2025 kits, these high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium rear hubs replace the standard composite parts to provide greatly improved durability and a more precise handling experience — especially under high-stress racing conditions. The increased stiffness of the aluminium design keeps the suspension geometry stable even under heavy loads, resulting in a more consistent and predictable driving feel. The black anodized finish with silver chamfered edges gives the car a professional factory look. The hubs are supplied in the “Lower Position” configuration and match the original Xray geometry.
One Racing had announced their very first 1:8 Offroad engine release, a product that has come about as a result of the Italian brand’s backing of Bruno Coelho. Built on the rock-solid foundation of the OS Engine and finely tuned by One Racing, they state the end is made to deliver power, linear torque, and optimised fuel efficiency. A multi-time IFMAR World Champion and European Champion, Coelho has worked closely with One Racing to develop and refine this engine from the ground up. Drawing on years of high-level racing experience, the Portuguese driver has dedicated countless hours to testing the One Racing Engine, and helping to create the combo of the One Racing EFRA 2205 Exhaust which was announced yesterday.
Reigning BRCA British 1:8 Onroad National Champion Alex Thurston added a second win to his 2025 tally as he claimed victory at the 3rd round of the championship at Adur last weekend. Driving his Nova Engines powered Mugen Seiki, Thurston secured the TQ at the tight and twisty track ahead of the Shepherd of main title rival Tim Wood. Craig Hook, also driving a Shepherd, completed the Top 3 on the grid for the half hour final. While Thurston would set the fastest lap of the race on his way to a convincing victory, unfortunately for Wood it was to be a DNF, the former Champion having a tough run since winning the season opener at Brooklands – engine issues at Round 2 dropped him to a P4 finish at Cotswold. In the end it was Hook who finished second with Neil Diver, who qualified P5, completing the podium ahead of the No.4 car of Andrew Hastings.
Image: Alex Thurston [Facebook]
While most manufacturers focus on optimising their cars with new parts and accessories, Yokomo is giving driver welfare some attention with a Folding Cushion as part its latest products release. Along with two new ride height gauges, they introduce the foldable chair cushion which is made from a lightly lumbar urethane cushioning material and is approximately 24mm thick. Ideal for days at the track, it reduces fatigue and keeps you warm in winter. Measuring 37.5 x 31.5 x 25cm, it folds into four pieces for easy storage and is printed with the Yokomo Racing Factory logo for added style. The Japanese company’s new long reach offroad ride height gauge makes it easy to measure the inside of the chassis, which is difficult to measure with ordinary gauges. The wide measuring range of 3mm to 42mm makes it suitable for all types of vehicles. The 3-7.5mm touring car gauge offers detailed measurements and the front and back can be used separately to measure in 0.1mm increments. The engraving is large and easy to read, allowing quick readings even during busy race intervals.
Singapore’s Raceform has introduced an electric upgrade for their 1:8 Truggy and Buggy Lazer Jig. A one device fits both classes tyre gluing jig, this innovative attachment transforms your existing jig into a portable, electronically-assisted tire gluing system. This all results in effortless, consistent gluing, you focus on applying glue, not turning the wheel. It also eliminate the risk of getting glue on your hands and means no more wrist fatigue, long gluing sessions become a breeze. The electric upgrade, which gets a new improved motor gear for durability, installs easily on all versions of your existing 1:8 Truggy and Buggy Lazer Jig. Once installed it works with any power bank, charger, or USB outlet with a 6500mah Power bank providing 5+ hours of continuous use.
ONE Racing, Bruno Coelho’s new for 2025 engine sponsor, has released a brand new pipe for 1:8 Offroad competition. Extensively tested by the Italian company’s as part of its development of its upcoming new 1:8 Offroad engine release, ONE claim the EFRA 2205 pipe offers smooth, linear power and maximises fuel efficiency for the best performance possible. The new pipe is set to perfectly compliment the new .21 Offroad engine offering from ONE which owned by chassis manufacturer Capricorn.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
Awesomatix has released a number of new option parts for their A800 1:10 Electric Touring Car platforms. A number of new 3.0mm optional carbon parts include the AM14-RC Steering Arm which matches the most used AM14LS hole pattern (outside hole) but offers an additional new inside hole position for bigger ackermann. This is recommended at high traction conditions on small tracks with tight turns. The main benefits of the new part are less weight and lower CG. There is also new Upper Arm Holder which weighs only 2.3grams. It has a new hole pattern to provide a bit more flex for the top links. The longer leg of AM19-RC should be directed to the centre of the car. A Rear Carbon Steering Arm also offers further weigh reduction. C45RR Damper Brace Rear gets an updated shape for better clearance with the rear toe links and replaces the previous part offering. Suitable for A800FX / A800FX Evo and A800FXR, the latest parts release includes a carbon Front Top Deck. Away from new carbon parts Awesomatix has added an optional Heavy Duty 351mm high-performance drive belt for high power applications. Specially suited for Modified class racing or OBL class racing with 13,5T Boosted. Finally the D4 Damper set has been added to the range. The set includes all parts to build two D4 Dampers. One left and one right damper.
