July 19, 2026

Figueiredo claims first European title in Estonia

João Figueiredo has claimed his first European Championship title, the personable Portuguese driver also giving his Tekno team its first EFRA title with victory at the eBuggy Euros in Estonia.  Attracting 118 drivers to the RC Rakvere Racetrack, four rounds of qualifying would see Figueiredo take his Hobbywing powered EB48 2.2 to the overall TQ after topping Q2 & 4.  With the second fastest times in Q3 & 4, Mugen Seiki’s Berkan Kilic secured the second spot on the grid ahead of Sparko’s Noha Ben Mohamed who opened qualifying with TQ run but struggled to repeat that form over the remaining three rounds.  Travelling to the 10th running of the 1:8 Electric Buggy Euros chasing a third consecutive title, Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro qualified fourth ahead of Spain’s David Todd who took his Mugen Seiki to a TQ run in the third qualifier.  As the reigning eBuggy World Champion, Marcus Kaerup struggled with the mixed conditions and would just scrap into the A-Main with P13.  In the triple finals, A1 saw Figueiredo lead home Kilic as former double Champion David Ronnefalk came through from 9th to 3rd with his Xray.  In A2, with Kilic in tow Figueiredo had a bobble at the 2 & a half minute mark that handed the lead to the Turkish racer.  Holding that lead for 3-minutes it was Kilic’s turn to have a bobble handing the lead back to the pole sitter but on lap 12 Figueiredo would jump badly and on landing catch a track post that would break his buggy allowing Kilic to cruise to the win ahead of Ongaro and newly crowned European Nitro Buggy Champion Juan Carlos Canas who qualified his Sworkz in P11.  In A3 an early mistake from Figueiredo handed Kilic the lead briefly, but touching in the air shortly after, the Tekno driver was back in front from where he took control of the race to win and claim his first European title.  With Kilic in second, Ongaro completed the podium ahead of Ronnefalk and Kaerup.

Image: EFRA [Facebook]


July 17, 2026

Factory Team RC10B7.1 HT1 Steering Block Arms

Team Associated option parts & accessories line Factory Team has introduced these new HT1 line of steering block arms for the RC10B7.1 1:10 2WD Buggy.  The HT1 name indicates that they have moved the ballstud position rearward by one step.  These plates can also add extra steering throw to certain configurations that experience interference with the steering plate and caster block assembly.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


July 17, 2026

MIP 4-10 Legend Kit

New from renowned California based tool manufacturer MIP comes the release of the MIP 4-10 Legend kit, a conversion that preserves the character that made the original so special while delivering smoother acceleration, better consistency, and improved longevity.  Whether you’re restoring a shelf-queen, building a period-correct racer, or running your Team Associated RC10 hard, this conversion brings classic innovation back to life.  Over the past year and a half, MIP has gone back to its roots immersing itself in the nostalgic world of vintage RC racing, reconnecting with the community that helped shape its identity.  The Eustace Moore run company say the MIP 4-10 Legend (2026 Edition) ‘is not a reissue. This is a resurrection.’  Every detail has been carefully revisited, refined, and reimagined blending the unmistakable DNA of the original with modern engineering, materials, and precision manufacturing.  The result is a bespoke, retro-compatible kit that honours the past while performing in the present.  All new tooling, programming and manufacturing processes were applied using the current twenty first century MIP while staying a true to what and how we created the MIP 4-10 Legend in the 80’s. Modern materials and updated heat treating mean stronger, more consistent alloys improve durability and reduce long-term wear, even under today’s higher-grip tracks and power systems. Tighter machining tolerances mean improved precision results in smoother drivetrain operation, reduced slop, and more predictable power delivery.  Known load points were strengthened based on real-world racing experience, increasing reliability without compromising performance.  Few RC platforms are as iconic as the Team Associated RC10.  The original MIP 4-10 Conversion for the R10 buggy was created to do one thing exceptionally well: transform a legendary 2WD platform into something more aggressive, more planted, and more capable.  It delivered increased traction, improved drivability, and a completely different feel that racers still remember today.  Decades later, the demand never disappeared and the MIP 4-10 Conversion for the RC10 returns re-released with modern improvements while staying true to the spirit of the original.

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July 16, 2026

Team Associated RC8T4.2 Team Kits

Having released the 4.2 version of its World Championship winning RC8B Buggy Platform back in May, Team Associated has now given the Truggy an update with the release of the RC8T4.2 Nitro and Electric kits.  New to Associated’s latest competition spec Truggy are a new -4mm chassis with improved chassis bracing options (Nitro only).  New updated shock towers for height-adjustable gearboxes feature more body mount height options.  The kit also gets new molded suspension arms front and rear for increased durability and modern look.  A new molded top plate is also included.  Coming with 16 degree KPI steering block this gives updated bump steer geometry.  New rear anti-roll bar have a wider mounting points.

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July 15, 2026

Ultimate Racing MBX8R Rear Offset Kit

New from Ultimate Racing, the brand of Spanish Mugen Seiki distributor Modelix Racing, comes this Rear Offset Kit for the MBX8R 1:8 Buggy.  Developed to optimise rear suspension geometry, this upgrade follows the setup philosophy used by today’s top factory teams, delivering more rear grip, improved stability, and a more forgiving car in changing track conditions.  Thanks to the wider offset the rear traction is increased and you get a flatter rear suspension under acceleration.  The set also gives more predictable handling and better consistency when track grip changes.

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July 15, 2026

R1 Wurks R1B Alu Rear Hub Set

Another new option part from R1 Wurks for its R1B 2WD Buggy come these optional aluminium rear hubs in two versions.  A perfect upgrade for racers looking for a more direct handling feel.  The increased stiffness and added hub weight help provide a more stable rear end on high-grip surfaces while reducing flex.  Precision CNC-machined from high-strength 7075 T6 aluminium they are a direct fit with stock or HRC geometry.  Featuring a durable matte black anodised finish with laser-etched R1 branding, the Stock version weights 6.6 grams while the HRC version comes in at 8.15 grams with both compatible with R1 Wurks bolt-on hub tuning weights.

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July 14, 2026

WIRC SBX4 Alu Center Diff Support

Italian manufacturer WIRC Racing is now offering the option of this Aluminium Center Diff Support for its flagship SBX4 1:8 Nitro Competition Buggy.  Made from 7075 T6 aluminium, it is a direct replacement for the plastic kit mounts and provides greater rigidity.

Source: WIRC Racing [wirc-racing.com]


July 14, 2026

R1 Wurks R1B Inline Carbon Battery Mount

Continuing to roll out option parts for their own R1B, California based manufacturer R1 Wurks has released this Inline Carbon Fibre Battery Mount for the 1:10 2WD buggy.  Precision CNC-machined from high-strength high quality carbon fibre material these lightweight carbon components provide a more rigid battery mounting option.  The kit includes one Left and one right Battery Mount plus two carbon Battery latch Spacers.

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