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April 22, 2026

RDRP B84 MonoCore 7075 Aluminum Chassis Set

Revolution Design Racing Products (RDRP) has released this MonoCore Chassis Set for the Team Associated B84 1:10 4WD Buggy. It is the result of extensive development in collaboration with the RDRP race team who was given the goal to create a chassis that is not only faster, but significantly more durable than standard components. Compared to the original, the chassis layout has been completely revised. The front and rear sections, where the gearboxes are mounted, have been widened. This adjustment increases overall strength while also improving the flex characteristics of the car. The result is more consistent handling and increased grip in critical sections of the track. Special attention has been given to the critical front kick-up area. While conventional designs often reach their limits here, RDRP introduces an innovative solution in the form of the included B suspension mount which is made from high-strength steel and is secured using a central screw combined with two precision locating pins. This construction distributes forces more effectively, eliminates weak points, and ensures exceptional durability even under hard landings. Another highlight is the integrated carbon ESC plate that allows you to remove or replace the ESC quickly and easily without having to scrape double-sided tape from the chassis. Manufactured from high-grade 7075-T6 aluminium, the chassis delivers the perfect balance of weight and rigidity. Visually, it stands out with the signature RDRP finish of deep black anodising combined with elegant silver chamfered edges.

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April 22, 2026

MAD Wurks X4’26 Top Deck Options

US based parts producer MAD Wurks has released a five new top deck options for Xray’s X4’26 1:10 Electric Touring Car. The range offers more flex options including 3 hole rear decks for greater rear stability over traditional stock decks. The front decks are offered in open and wave format. Both front top decks enclose the front most hole for added durability and better control. For those looking for more rear flex and corner wrap, a top deck with a rear wave is also available to allow more bulkhead flex. The wave top deck with bridges can also be used in the front or rear and cut out the bridges to tune to the flex needed for your track conditions. All top deck options are offered in 1.6mm and 2mm carbon fibre variants.

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April 22, 2026

Hobby Expo China – Seeing is believing!

The saying goes that ‘seeing is believing’ and attending the 24th edition of Hobby Expo China in Beijing last weekend definitely endorsed that statement. While the press information highlighted the 70,000 visitors who attended the 3-day expo last year, nothing quite prepared me for the crowds and buzz of this expo. Staged in the Beijing Exhibition Centre, which built in 1954 was alone worth a visit for its architecture, this was Red RC’s first time to visit HEC. Talking to some of our industry friends familiar with the expo prior to making the trip to the Chinese capital, they all flagged that we wouldn’t believe the crowds it attracts. Having been reached out to be Chinese media outlet about doing some videos with them at the show, they too warned me to be prepared for the crowds. While setting expectations high, it was only when I actually arrived on Friday morning that we got the true sense of the scale of the numbers it attracts. With over 300 exhibitors covering two distinct main categories, RC and diecasts, the truth was that it was the latter that had the pulling power but to RC’s benefit. Crowds had started queuing on Thursday night for the Expo’s 09:00 opening time on Friday morning, as collectors sought to get their hands on limited edition static car models, 1:64 the fan favourite. Still while diecast was the big draw, this year’s even bigger visitor count, were also exposed to an impressive display of what the world of RC had to offer and that was another stand out of those exhibiting. Sure many of the exhibitors were unfamiliar brands to us but on taking a look at their offerings I was impressed by both the quality and presentation. There was also plenty of opportunities to try various RC products on numerous demo tracks for onroad cars, drifting, crawling, and construction. Observing the reaction of both young & old as they got their hands on a transmitter was encouraging.

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April 22, 2026

T-Works 1:8 Buggy PEEK Shock Shaft Guide Sets

New from T-Works comes these new PEEK Shock Shaft Guide sets for 1:8 Buggies from Mugen Seiki, Team Associated, Sworkz and Hong Nor. Made from upgraded PEEK (Polyether ether ketone) material they offer heat-resistant, ultra-wear-resistant, high-strength, and longer service life. They also comprehensively improve performance through creating a smoother more durable high precision suspension. Specific kits are available for the MBX8, RC8, S35.4 EVO, and X5B.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

April 21, 2026

Xbility XB1 Aluminium Slipper Spool

1:28 manufacturer Xbility has introduced this Adjustable Slipper Spool for both its XB1 and XBF1 kits. This solid axle spool features an adjustable spur gear slipper system, allowing fine tuning of how much rotation you want from the rear end. By adjusting the slipper, you can control the car’s behavior on power, improving traction and making the car easier to drive in different conditions. A simple solution to adapt rear-end rotation to your driving style and track grip.

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April 21, 2026

Nguyen to make Asian Buggy Champs debut at first Malaysian encounter

Young Kyosho star Phi-Long Nguyen will make his Asian Buggy Championships debut this weekend as Malaysia hosts the latest round of the Scotty Ernst promoted championship for the very first time. Now in its fourth season, reigning back to back FEMCA Champion Nguyen will join ABC championship regulars at the impressive LAP Paradise RC Raceway for the second of the 4 round Team Cayote/VP Pro backed 1:8 Offroad Championship. The American will be compete against Mayako’s Pekko Iivonen, Sworkz’s Caleb Noble, who dominated the season opener in New Zealand in March, team-mate Jayden Edmunds and Mayako’s Logan Toia. On his Asian Buggy Championships debut the teenager said, ‘The series as I have seen in the past is amazingly organized and well run with Scotty behind the mic the world will be heard. Lap Paradise looks like a perfect track to improve on high traction and we can’t wait to visit Malaysia which is another beautiful Asian country.’

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [Facebook]

April 21, 2026

VBC Racng FF18 Revival 2026 Kit

A manufacturer that has been quite of late, VBC Racing has announced its FF18 Revival 2026 kit which is a tribute to the original FF18, one of the Hong Kong company’s most celebrated front-wheel-drive 1:10-scale touring car platforms. VBC say this this limited release exists because loyal fans and veteran club racers have long clamoured for a return of the FF18’s unmistakable driving character—light, agile, and unforgivingly fast on asphalt tracks. After VBC’s strong comeback, they are drawing directly from their existing original stock parts to make this authentic revival possible at an accessible USD $199 price point, repackaged for modern appeal and enriched with select factory upgrades like the new aluminium front C-hub. It’s not a ground-up redesign but a deliberate homage: preserving the hands-on build experience that defined the era, while addressing real-world racer feedback for enhanced high-speed stability. This release bridges VBC’s storied past with today’s FWD scene, offering collectors a genuine piece of history and active racers a platform ready to dominate local layouts without breaking the bank.

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April 21, 2026

Boost RC TC10/3 Conversion Kit

Italian brand Boost RC has released this Internal Shock Conversion Kit for the Axon TC10/3 Electric Touring Car. This complete conversion system has been developed to relocate the dampers from the traditional external position to a fully internal layout, improving mass centralisation and overall driving performance. The result is a car that feels more predictable, more stable, and noticeably quicker through mid-corner, while remaining easy to drive at the limit. The kit is compatible with both the original Axon dampers and the optional short shock set (High Big Bore Shock Conversion), allowing flexibility depending on the driver’s setup preferences. All suspension arms are manufactured from 3mm carbon fibre, while the upper mounts are produced from high-strength composite material and designed to work with the original shock towers. Additional vertical carbon reinforcements further increase chassis rigidity compared to the standard configuration. The lower shock mounts remain the original Axon parts. At the rear, they are mounted underneath the arm and swapped left to right, while at the front they are mounted above the arm, also swapped left to right, to avoid any interference with the anti-roll bar. The composite upper mounts are designed to work with the original carbon body post holder, allowing the rear body posts to be repositioned from the standard horizontal layout to a vertical configuration, typically used in modified class racing. The kit also features a redesigned downstop screw position for precise and easy adjustments, along with a complete set of hardware including M3 screws, longer set screws for the camber link, and M3 nuts to be inserted into the dedicated seats in the composite upper mounts. All components have been designed, tested, and refined on track, with a clear focus on improving performance.

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