July 16, 2025

Coelho announces MKS Servos deal

Reigning 3-time back to back Electric Touring Car World Champion Bruno Coelho will use MKS servos as part of his Infinity racing program after announcing the new deal on social media.  Days ahead of the launch of the much anticipated IF14 Speciale Touring Car, the Portuguese driver posted on the new servo deal, ‘I’m extremely happy to announce that I’ve joined MKS!  A few months ago, we got in touch, and MKS showed interest in creating a brand-new servo made specifically for touring car racing.  I’ve always loved being part of new projects and development, so this felt like the perfect fit.  MKS is already well known in the RC world for their quality and performance, especially in airplanes and helicopters. Now they want to dominate also the RC car market, and I’m excited to be part of it.  Let’s see what the future brings!’

Source: Bruno Coelho [Facebook]

July 16, 2025

RC Maker announce European Team Manager

Continuing to establish its race team, Australian Electric Touring Car newcomers RC Maker has appointed Timo Siebert as European Team Manager.  Whilst Siebert has only been with Ryan Maker’s brand for a short time, they has already contributed in a massive way with his dedication to both the hobby and their brand showing his passion not only for racing, but helping people and building something special.  In the new role of European Team Manager, Siebert will help and organise current and future European based Team Drivers, as well as being his usual helpful self away from and at the track.  He will also play a crucial role in the development and feedback from the team to help push us forward in the fastest and most efficient way.

Source: RC Maker [rcmaker.com.au]

July 15, 2025

Xray XB8 ‘Gripper’ Lexan Front Wing

Xray has released this ‘Gripper’ Lexan Front Wing for its XB8 1:8 Buggy platform.  The Gripper is expertly engineered to enhance front aerodynamic flow, delivering significant downforce at the centre of your vehicle.  This added downforce boosts steering responsiveness but also enables smoother jumps, providing you with a vital competitive edge on the track.  Key features include pre-marked mounting holes for seamless installation and excellent compatibility across various models.  Produced from high-quality, durable Lexan material, this front wing is designed to endure the demanding conditions of racing while consistently performing at a high level.

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July 15, 2025

Cragg hits ‘Century’ of National Championship race wins

Former 1:10 2WD Buggy World Champion Neil Cragg pulled off an impressive achievement over the weekend when, 20-years after winning the biggest prize in the sport, he achieved a century of British National Championships race wins.  Racing for Team Associated his entire racing career, Cragg added his latest 2WD win at Round 4 of the championships at Bury Metro.  Securing the TQ ahead of reigning British Champion and AE team-mate Tommy Hall, 7-time European & 27th BRCA Champion Cragg won the opening two A-Mains to seal his 100th win.  Behind Schumacher’s Luke Holdsworth came through for second place with Xray’s Lee Martin completing the podium with Hall in fourth.  In Sunday’s 4WD action Schumacher’s Ben Smith claimed the TQ ahead of Martin before going on to win the final with Josh Holdsworth taking the final step on the podium behind Martin.

Image: CML Distribution [Facebook]

July 15, 2025

Stanley defends PDNR Winter Champs title

ARC’s Brayden Stanley repeated his big win of the 2024 PDNR Winter Champs in Sydney, Australia, by again winning Modified Touring Car at the Penrith District Nitro Racing club’s annual event.  In qualifying the 2024 eSIC podium finisher Stanley topped all three qualifiers to secure the TQ honours ahead of RC Maker’s Jeffrey Mackie and the Schumacher of reigning Australian National Champion of Simon Nicholson.  While Mackie was just 2/10th off the Top Qualifier in A1, he couldn’t do anytthing to stop Stanley from repeating in A2 and wrapping up the overall win.  With Mackie winning A3 ahead of John Puse, that P2 was enough for the Schumacher driver to complete the Modified podium ahead of Cameron Kendall and Nicholson.  In 13.5 Touring Car new ARC signing Marcus Askell took the win, while in FWD Puse claimed the top step of the podium.  Logan Rintoul came away the 21.5 Touring Car class victor.

Image: Penrith District Nitro Racing [Facebook]

July 15, 2025

Serpent 426 Outlaw RTR 1:7 4WD EP

Best known for its pioneering development of the F1 of RC Racing, 1:8 Onroad – their latest Viper 990R due for release shortly, Serpent has entered the big scale RTR market with the release of their 426 Outlaw 1:7 Electric RTR.  Inspired by the iconic American muscle cars of the 60s, Serpent say the 426 Outlaw combines raw retro attitude with cutting-edge engineering to deliver a street machine that’s as fierce as it is fast.  Powered by a brutal 6S brushless system, built on a race-bred platform, and dressed in wide body aggression, the Outlaw is designed for high-speed domination — whether you’re street bashing, drag racing, or just turning heads at full throttle.  With its wide body Lexan shell, super grip tires, and hood-mounted supercharger, the Outlaw is a visual callback to the golden era of Detroit muscle — but it’s built with modern performance in mind.  It’s aerodynamically tested underbody and high-efficiency rear diffuser deliver the high-speed stability you need when drag racing or street shredding.  Customise the look with optional hood scoop variations — including a matte black classic scoop or a stacked manifold intake — to dial in your vibe and make your outlaw truly your own.  The 426 Outlaw is more than just Serpent’s street entry, it’s a full-scale rebellion in 1:7 scale.

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