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December 19, 2025

Inside the factory – A visit to Hobbywing HQ

I have always enjoyed hearing people’s stories on how they ended doing what they do for a living. Getting the opportunity to visit the Hobbywing factory after covering one of China’s international races, on that trip to Shenzhen I would get to met Jack Zhang, the man who founded what has become one of the leading electronic manufacturers in our racing world. As I would learn from the visit, Hobbywing is a whole lot more than the company we all know for making the motors and ESC that allow us to go racing. Its impressive growth to a company with over 1,000 employees all grew out of an RC enthusiast’s need for a product to allow him enjoy his hobby. While getting to see the production lines off which come all the XeRun ESC and motors, that would complete a clean sweep of all four electric IFMAR World Championship titles on offer in 2025, it was actually the behind the scenes work, research & developing, and testing that makes these products that was the real highlight of visiting not one but two locations that make the final products roll off the production line. While Salton Dong is the global public face of Hobbywing, travelling to major races providing technical support to team drivers and customers, there wouldn’t be Hobbywing if it wasn’t for Jack finding himself in a predicament in his own passion for RC Helicopters. And it was a chance introduction to Salton on an RC forum that would prove pivotal to the brand becoming the force they are today in RC racing. The expertise since helping them to expand into markets you might be surprised to learn of.

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December 19, 2025

Xbility XB-F1 1:28 Formula Car Kit

With 1:28 World Champion Jose Pequito as its design, category specialist newcomer Xbility has released their new XB-F1, the first F1 on the market with a full-length chassis from front to rear. The machined carbon chassis proved in testing to be an incredible balance of flexibility and strength. Other features of the kit include a new front-end with steering knuckles inspired by 1:8 Onroad, easily adjust camber and track width for sharper, more linear steering response. Multiple roll centre and camber gain options mean a fully tunable front geometry to suit different driving styles and track conditions. It also gets a revolutionary 3-point ball differential that solves common issues with wheel mounting and ensures smooth, consistent performance. A fully aluminium servo saver with Ackermann adjustment is designed to protect the servo from impacts, always return to centre, and allow Ackermann tuning directly on the servo saver. Adjustable front and rear spoilers angle allows fine-tuning of downforce for different track conditions. The kit includes a complete F1 body shell and two 14mm rear rims.

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December 19, 2025

Milansport Motor Analyzer Stands

Polish brand Milansport has released an updated Motor Analyzer Stand with dedicated models for 1:10 and 1:8. Created to make your work on the motor with an analyzer much easier than the standard alligator clips that come with the devices are rather risky to misconnect ABC. With the latest version of the stand you have 3 wires ABC that you connect directly into your device, motor placed on the stand connects with plates giving the needed connection. Compatible with most used motor analyzer on the market, such as Motolyser and Hobbywing Tunalyzer, the package includes Motor Analyzer Stand, Oring to hold down the motor, and anti-slip stickers.

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December 19, 2025

Nitro Party 2026 China – Registration Open

Fresh from hosting the biggest Asia Touring Car Championship in FEMCA history last weekend, all visiting drivers hugely impressed by the massive multi track facility, Hongyu GDC has announced that registration for the inaugural Nitro Party on January 24-25, 2026, is open. Since the Chinese venue announced it would host the nitro onroad race on its large 80m X 43m track, Nitro Party has attracted world wide interest with 2024 European 1:8 GT Champion Natanaele Senesi the first international driver to confirm he will travel to the city of Foshan to fight for 1:8 GT honours. With a number of manufacturers expressing interest in sending drivers to the race it is expected to be one of the biggest nitro onroad races in Asia. With China lifting Visa entry requirements for many European countries and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) one of the country’s main international airports attending the race is very accessible. Hongyu GDC is also within walking distance of a number of hotel options making it very convenient for racers and their crews. With classes for 1:8 Onroad, 1:8 GT Nitro and Electric, and 1:10 Nitro Touring Car, the race will feature spec tyres and controlled fuel. Teaming up with RC racing registration platform RC Race Pal (RRP), you can register your entry here where you will also find more details about each of the classes that will make up the inaugural Nitro Party. Having just recently covered the IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championship in Chile, Red RC is excited that we will be returning to the very impressive Hongyu GDC track to cover the Nitro Party and we are very much looking forward to experiencing the unique sounds & smells of top level nitro onroad racing again.

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December 19, 2025

Mikimodel MS2.0 Front and Rear Upper Decks

Adding further to its range of aftermarket parts for Yokomo’s MS2.0 Electric Touring Car, Italy’s Mikimodel has released these new front and rear upper decks. They have worked to develop a specific product for the front and a specific product for the rear, with the goal of providing the greatest possible traction while making the front end easier to manage. The “T”-shaped deck is dedicated to the front and its unique shape provides excellent entry into the wheelbase, providing excellent handling, making the car extremely easy to drive. The rear upper deck, on the other hand, is much stiffer, providing excellent traction and driving stability.

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December 19, 2025

Serpent SRX8GTE R 1:8 Electric GT

Following the release of its SRX8GT R 1:8 GT Nitro Car ahead of the IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championships in Chile, Serpent has now released the R version of the electric SRX8GTE. The R is the culmination of contributions from World Championship Top Qualifier Andrea Catanzani and his father, Roberto. Serpent has designed a new flat chassis based on the new IFMAR/EFRA rules and to enhance the flex characteristics, the new chassis is 4mm thick in most areas and is designed without side dams. It offers the ideal flex for a race car that is both fast and easy to handle. To still have the advantage of the kickup suspension Serpent designed a special front adaptor to keep the same front bulkheads and c-hubs. They have saved 53 grams (adaptor included) on the previous chassis. An optional carbon chassis with distinct flex characteristics will be available to enhance performance on specific tracks. This save 61 grams on the aluminium chassis with the adaptor included. Perhaps the most significant advancement of the R platform comes from the revised geometry. In addition to adjustments in the roll centre roll centre migration, and camber change, the narrower track width stands out as the most noticeable modification. Another key aspect is the altered relationship between wheel and shock movement. Specific to the Electric chassis Serpent has updated the Split centre diff design and improved the motor mount. With the existing slide system and 1 screw holding already being a great staple, we kept that the same. However, the motor mount’s shape has been also changed to accept the new split diff and has been lightened in the process to reduce weight.

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December 19, 2025

Hotrace V2 Carpet 1:10 Offroad Rear Tyre

Italian tyre manufacturer Hotrace has released an updated version of the its 1:10 Offroad Carpet tyre it brought to market at the beginning of 2025. The new V2 rear has the same carcass as the V1, but with an updated tread design that uses smaller, directional pin for improved performance especially on high grip track conditions. The Carpet V2 rear is available in soft, soft/medium, and medium compounds.

Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

December 18, 2025

Reedy Stockstar Competition LiPo Batteries

Reedy has announced the launch of its all-new Stockstar LiPo battery line. Specifically designed to meet the demanding power requirements of Stock class RC car racing, Stockstar batteries deliver unmatched power output and efficiency for racers competing under strict stock class rules. Incorporating new advancements in cell formulation, manufacturing and construction to reduce internal resistance, improve average discharge voltage, and increase 8.0V discharge times, they are offered in three configurations with more to come – 5000mah 7.4V 160C LP Shorty, 5800mah 7.4V 160C Shorty, and 6700mah 7.4V 160C LP Stick. These cover the needs of most stock class 1:10 onroad and offroad applications while also remaining a high-power alternative for modified class racers. A durable hard case features embedded low-resistance 5mm sockets to reduce power-robbing resistance with male ESC connectors included. “Stock class racing is all about producing maximum power with minimum fade,” said Rick Hohwart, Reedy Power manager. “Stockstar batteries were developed in close collaboration with experienced stock class racers to push the boundaries of what’s possible within class regulations. We’re excited to give competitors the edge they need to win, whether at local club events or national and international competitions.”

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]