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January 7, 2026

Takashima D-13 Hudy Set-up System | Pinion Boxes

Takashima D-13 has expanded their 3D Print Crystal surface tool collection box series with the addition of a Hudy Set-up System collection box and a new Pinion box. The Set-up System collection box comes complete with a stand and is designed to store the latest 1:10 Hudy Set-up system to help protect the gauges from bending during travel. Able to store 20 pinions, the Pinion box help racers organise and manage their pinions neatly, while also offering a clean and attractive appearance.

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January 7, 2026

Alpha Plus to power Cavalieri’s Nitro Program

Taiwanese engine manufacturer Alpha Plus has announced that it has signed multiple 1:10 Electric Offroad World Champion Ryan Cavalieri to its factory team. A brand that is best known for powering factory Kyosho driver Ryan Lutz, who has represent them well for a number of years now, Alpha Plus will supply engines for Cavalieri’s Mayako buggies which he races as part of his deal with Joseph Quagraine’s Invisible Speed brand. Cavalieri had previously run for Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines. On making the announcement, Alpha Plus posted they were ‘excited to announce that World Champion Ryan Cavalieri has officially joined the Alpha Plus factory team as a driver for the 2026 season and beyond. With Ryan’s experience, talent, and championship pedigree, we’re proud to welcome him to the Alpha Plus family and look forward to pushing the limits together on tracks around the world. Be sure to look out for Ryan at this week’s Silverstate race in Las Vegas, where he will be running the Alpha Falcon Spec-B engine paired with the Alpha 2159 exhaust pipe system. Welcome to the team, Ryan.’ In addition to his engine change for 2026, Cavalieri has also switched from TZO tyres to Hotrace for the new season.

Source: Alpha Plus [alpha-rc.com]

January 6, 2026

Infinity confirms Matsukura for inaugural Nitro Party

Infinity has confirmed they are sending multiple World Champion Naoto Matsukura to the inaugural Nitro Party race which takes place later this month at the new Hongyu GDC track in China. The Japanese driver holds one of the most impressive World Championship records in our sport winning 6 World Championship title over three different classes, 1:12, ITSC, and Nitro Touring Car, and has appeared in World final across numerous disciplines including 1:8 Onroad and 1:10 Electric Offroad. Fresh from racing at the FEMCA Asia Championships, TQ’ing the opening qualifier, at the impressive Hongyu GDC facility in December in preparation for the upcoming ISTC World Championships, the Japanese ace will return to the city of Foshan on January 24-25 for some nitro action. With the Nitro Party race creating great excitement within the Asian nitro onroad scene, the race has also attracted international attention with newly crowned 1:8 GT World Champion Alession Mazzeo one of a number of Italians already confirm for the first edition.

Source: Hongyu GDC [Facebook]

January 6, 2026

Sturdy moves to Schumacher for 2026

After 9-years with Team Associated, multiple Australian National Offroad Champion Chris Sturdy has been confirmed as joining Schumacher for 2026. Schumacher described the signing of Sturdy as ‘a great addition to our high level Off Road team.’ Announcing his departure from Team Associated back in November, giving his reaction to joining the British manufacturer & newly crowned 1:10 2WD World Champions Sturdy said, ‘I am beyond thrilled to be joining Schumacher for the 2026 season! Schumacher is where my story began and this feels like a homecoming for me. I look forward to joining the Schumacher Family and representing the Historic name and brand, as well as working with the team, both locally and abroad. A thank you to Harvey, Robin and all those at Schumacher for welcoming me on board for 2026.’

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 6, 2026

Batta joins Hobbywing

Hobbywing has officially announced the addition of IFMAR 1:10 2WD Offroad World Championship podium finisher Davey Batta to their team for 2026 and beyond. The 20-year-old, who previously represented R1 Wurks, returns to Hobbywing and will use their electronics as part of his package as a Team Associated driver. Winning 2WD over the weekend at the Clash of Champions, on the announcement the American said, ‘Really Excited to be back with Hobbywing for the 2026 Season and Beyond! Huge thank you to Charlie, Matty G, and Spencer Rivkin for helping me hit the ground running with the equipment. Hobbywing has proven to set and raise the bar for power. I’m excited to be a part of the amazing team!’

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

January 6, 2026

EXO Design Works 91 12mm CVA set

To allow for wheel compatibility with modern buggies, EXO Design has released this dedicated 12mm CVA set specifically designed for the Yokomo Works 91. It allows the buggy to use standard 12mm HEX wheels found on modern buggies. This means if you run both vintage and modern RC buggies you’ll find this upgrade essential as it eliminates worrying about wheel compatibility. The set includes 4 X CVA Shafts (12mm HEX specification) however the HEX & Pin are not included. The shaft materials is identical to those used in modern racing buggies, ensuring high strength and durability.

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January 6, 2026

RC Discharger Tire Break-in Machine

US discharger specialist RC Discharger has expanded its range of offerings with the addition of this Tire Break-in Machine. Engineered to accommodate 1:10 Touring Car, VTA, and 2.2″ Off-Road tires using a standard 12mm hex mount, it runs on 7.4V input (2S LiPo) to 12V DC with an ultra-low consumption of less than 1 Amp. This ensures long runtimes without draining your pit supply or spare battery. Equipped with a high-quality XT60 input connector and a dedicated On/Off power button for safety and ease of use. Allowing you to save significant time, you let the Break-in Machine handle the work automatically while you manage other pit duties or prepare for your next heat. Providing maximum consistency it eliminate human error ensuring all four tires possess identical surface texture and foam compliance. It also primes foam inserts and softens rubber tires so they perform perfectly on asphalt, carpet, or dirt the moment they hit the track.

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January 6, 2026

JConcepts 1:8 Truggy Injection Molded Front Wing

JConcepts has released this new lightweight injection molded front wing for 1:8 Truggy. With 2 wings per package it is available in bright white, stealth black, fluorescent yellow, cool grey, and retro pink. The front wing on Truggy is a concept brought on by the JConcepts team during the 2022 racing season and since that time has been available as a vacuum formed part produced in polycarbonate. The front of the vehicle is often covered with a nose cone or item which can be painted or decorated to match the body shell paint or scheme. The front wing or scoop available in polycarbonate has since taken over providing some functional consideration to vehicle performance. The polycarbonate versions are often left clear or scuffed, but with new injection molded option, many colors are available to match. The durable nature of the material, the tall side dams built in conjunction with lower front lip gives the front-end benefits in high-speed turns, and sweeping sections. On most vehicles, it simply attaches using an existing screw or set of screws located on the front-end. In some instances, it might be necessary to source a 3mm BHCS to accommodate or mount to a vehicle. It is necessary to drill or ream holes to align with the popular vehicles listed such as the Tekno NT48 2.2, RC8T4, Mugen MBX8TR, Sworkz S35-T2 Evo.

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