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March 11, 2026

TZO T500 Truggy Tyre

California based tyre brand TZO has released a new 1:8 Truggy tyre, the T500. The big brother to the 500 buggy pattern, it is engineered for peak performance on high-bite, grooved-up TNR style tracks and East Coast–style tracks. Featuring a refined small-pin tread design, the T500 uses strategically placed pins to deliver enhanced cornering grip and stability while maintaining strong forward drive. The updated carcass design provides a stable sidewall with the optimal balance of lightweight feel, flex, and consistency.

Source: TZO Tires [tzorires.com]

March 11, 2026

Serpent Viper 990e R 1:8 Onroad Kit

Having released their latest 1:8 Onroad competition nitro car back in November, Serpent has now released the electric version of the platform – the Viper 990e R. Key features of the 990e R are a slight redesign to the chassis shape to enhance flex characteristics and improve handling. The rear end has a smaller cut and the rear thickness has been reduced to give the perfect flex for this car. Additionally, the new chassis features a second servo saver position, offering greater Ackermann adjustment options for even more precise steering performance. The most significant updates are in the rear. The new bulkheads are now easier to assemble, with the two rearmost screws much more accessible for quicker and more convenient maintenance.

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March 11, 2026

Factory Team RC10B84 Center 56mm CVA bone

Factory Team, the Team Associated option parts & accessories line, has released this new Center CVA 56mm bone for the RC10B84 1:10 4WD Buggy. This is a must have for those who want to use the centre diff in the forward position. The bone is laser etched along the shaft for easy part recognition. The forward differential position means this front bone needs to be paired with #92551 for the rear centre bone to reach the differential.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

March 10, 2026

Paloschi wins Senesi GT International GP

Hosted by 2024 EFRA European GT Champion Natanaele Senesi, the Senesi GT International Grand Prix took place over the weekend where Capricorn’s Gabriele Paloschi took the win. The third edition of the race which takes place at the Pista Leno track in the north of the country, qualifying in the Pro Nitro class would see Senesi and his Senesi Motorsport Raptor secure the TQ ahead of Paloschi. The WIRC of 2020 IFMAR GT World Champion Joern Neumann completed the Top 3 ahead of 2023 Worlds Top Qualifier Alex D’angelo. In the half hour final, the Pro class running a controlled Sweep GT2-D40 tyre, after the early retirement for Neumann it was Paloschi who took the win by 5-seconds from the Genius of Leonardo Valente. Having led for the opening 12-minutes unfortunately contact from behind saw Senesi end up on the grass. Losing half a lap, he rejoined in 5th place from where would work his way back up 3rd to complete the podium just ahead of D’angelo. In electric GT, Neumann took the TQ and win while in Open Nitro Manuel Baruzzi took the win from pole.

Image: Senesi Motorport [Facebook]

March 10, 2026

Schumacher Vibe FT 1:10 FWD Sport Race Kit

New from Schumacher comes the Vibe FT, a competitive 1:10 front wheel drive touring racing chassis designed for dedicated club racers. The car’s modern layout delivers the tuning range and adjustability you’d expect from top level race platforms, but in an affordable and approachable package. The Vibe FT is built to be durable, consistent, and easy to maintain. Alloy shocks with purple anodised adjusters, UJ driveshafts, and purple alloy transmission components come as standard equipment. The strong yet flexible S2 chassis and top deck deliver confident handling and allow the Vibe FT to be tuned for any track surface. The British manufacturer expect the new kit to be available from mid March.

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March 10, 2026

iRacing World Champion Caruso joins Hobbywing

Former iRacing World Champion & 2026 TITC Open Brushless Finalist Jordan Caruso has been announced as the latest addition to the Hobbywing team line-up. The Australian, who last month was announced as joining Awesmatoix as his official chassis sponsor, will now officially represent the Chinese ESC and motor manufacturer with his focus on the ultra-competitive 13.5 class in Australia, competing at the National Championship as well as the QLD, VIC, and NSW State Titles. On the announcement the Melbourne racer said, ‘Very grateful to be joining Team Hobbywing! Thanks so much to everyone for the opportunity. I’m excited to do my best to represent the best brand in electronics.’

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

March 10, 2026

T-Works RC8 Steel A Mount

Continuing its roll out of steel suspension mounts for 1:8 Buggy platforms, T-Works has added this Team Associated RC8 A Mount to its line-up. Machined from high-quality steel, offering deformation resistance and wear durability, this Front Lower Suspension A Mount is compatible with the B4.1/B4/T4/B3.2/T3.2. Weighing in a 22.8 grams compared to their Aluminium version at 8.05 grams, this increased weigh optimises front weight distribution improving high-speed stability and cornering grip.

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March 10, 2026

Scale Speed 1:10 Buggy Titanium Skid Plates

Arizona based Scale Speed has released a range of titanium skid plates for 1:10 buggies from Xray, Losi, and Mugen Seiki. Having alreasy offered the skid plates for the Associated’s B7/SC7/T7, B84, RB10, and RC10 vintage models, at 1.5 mm thick, these Grade 5 titanium plates protect the chassis and add a high chance of throwing dazzling white sparks when your car scrapes the track or other hard surfaces. The new additions to their lineup include the Losi 22X DC, Mugen Seiki MSB1, and Xray XB2 and XB4.

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