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September 1, 2026

G-Force Genova Carpet Edition 2WD Buggy

Japan’s G-Force has announced the upcoming release of a ‘Carpet Edition’ of their Genova 1:10 2WD Buggy. The new edition kit which will go on sale on September 19th, will include a front wing and machined aluminium wing mount designed to increase front downforce. It is also equipped with front and rear “Carpet Edition” tyres suited for carpet tracks and includes newly developed rear inner inserts for the kit. “Carpet Edition” springs are also included and are designed for a lower centre of gravity and a lower ride height. Under the supervision of Masami Hirosaka, the Genova body and wing design evoke a sense of nostalgia.

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September 1, 2026

JConcepts 2.0″ X-Bite 4WD Front Tyre

JConcepts has introduced their all-new X-Bite 1:10 4WD tyre which the Florida based company say is ‘a fresh pin tire option developed for outdoor racing and future events around the world’. Produced specifically for 2.0” 4WD front wheel applications, the X-Bite draws influence from the successful Dirt Bite 1:8 offroad tyre. Tipping a cap to pin tyre trends from the early 2000’s, the X-Bite delivers a unique combination of modern performance and nostalgic styling. It features an aggressive radius pin layout loaded with square pins for exceptional forward traction and balanced side-bite on loose and evolving surfaces. At the center of the tire, an integrated “X” design helps define the tire’s character while assisting stability and feel during acceleration and directional changes. Designed for racers searching for grip before the groove develops, the X-Bite excels on loose, damp, and natural outdoor surfaces that have yet to take on rubber. Whether conditions are fresh, rough, or moisture-packed, the X-Bite provides confidence and consistency lap after lap. Each X-Bite tire includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts for additional support, consistency, and long-lasting performance in low traction conditions. The carcass is smooth without any features and provides a steady contact patch to included inserts. Combined, these details provide racers with a more planted and predictable feel when pushing through demanding outdoor conditions. For the ultimate performance and control, JConcepts recommends pairing the X-Bite with genuine Mono or Pioneer wheels.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 1, 2026

Smith crowned double British 1:10 Offroad Champion

Ben Smith is the new double British 1:10 Offroad Champion, the Schumacher driver claiming his first ever National title success on Saturday with a 2WD podium finish and then doubling up on Sunday to take the 4WD title in style with victory at the season finale hosted by Batley Model Car Club. Having finished runner-up to Team Associated’s Tommy Hall in both championships last year, Smith lifted the 2WD title by 2-points from Hall with 5-points separating the Top 2 in 4WD. The sixth & final round of the championship would see Scotland’s Daniel Pole secure the 2WD TQ and win for Associated. Becoming the fourth different winner of 2026, his first win of the season came ahead of Luke Holdsworth and Smith. In 4WD, it was the perfect weekend for Smith as he secured the TQ ahead of Hall with Josh Holdsworth lining up third for Schumacher. In the finals they would finish as they started.

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August 31, 2026

Tellez crowned 1:8 Euro B Buggy Champion in Portugal

Usually a marker of more to come, Spanish racer Iker Tellez is the new EFRA 1:8 Nitro Buggy European B Champion, the Team Associated driver winning the title ahead of Top Qualifier Bradley Baird at the ACDB Os Beirões track in Guarda, Portugal. A champion that counts David Ronnefalk, Juan Carlos Canas, Riccardo Berton, and Mattia Polito as some of its past champions, in qualifying it was the Mugen Seiki of Northern Ireland’s Baird that secured the overall TQ with fastest times in the final 2 of the 4 rounds. Fastest in the opening round, British Agama driver Erik Lykke qualified in P2 followed by Tellez, fastest in Q2, and Portuguese Xray driver Pedro Gomes. Winning his Semi in the fastest time it was Lykke who started on pole ahead of Tellez, Gomes and Baird. At the start of the 45-minute final a strong start by Tellez saw him take a lead he wouldn’t relinquish with the fastest lap of the race helping him to a winning margin of over half a lap on Baird. Lining up 11 on the 13 car grid, Spain’s Erik Becerril Rodríguez came through to complete the podium with his Team Associated ahead of the similar buggy of Italy’s Andrea Cairoli.

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August 31, 2026

Edmunds becomes double FEMCA Asian Champion in Malaysia

Australian Team Sparko driver Jayden Edmunds completed the double at the FEMCA 1:8 Offroad Asian Championship which took place in Malaysia over the weekend. Racing on the oil treated Putrajaya Offroad RC Park track which is located south of the capital city of Kuala Lumpur, the race to be crowned the official champion of Asia attracted just 49 drivers and with Kyosho’s back to back champion Phi-Long Nguyen not in attendance this year, the title was wide open. In qualifying five rounds saw Edmunds take the TQ with 3 fastest runs compared to the two of the compatriot Zac Foster whose Mugen Seiki took P2. In eBuggy, Edmunds, who only joined Sparko at the end of June, completed a clean sweep to lock in the TQ again ahead of Foster. In the 12-car eBuggy main, Edmunds took A1 and 2 to lift his first FEMCA title before going on to secure the double in the 1-hour 15-car Nitro final. From the front he controlled the race to win with a comfortable margin over Foster while from P4 on the grid it was Malaysia’s very own Ken NG who completed the podium with his Sparko.

Image: Jayden Edmunds [Facebook]

August 28, 2026

Revolution Design B7.1 Alu Caster Block Set

New from Revolution Design comes this Aluminium Caster Block Set for the Team Associated B7.1 1:10 2WD Buggy. The upgrade part directly replaces the original plastic part and, thanks to its extremely stiff construction from high-quality 7075 aluminium, offers noticeably more precise steering – a crucial advantage, especially on high-grip tracks. In addition to the increased stability, the set scores with an optimised geometry: The orientation of the ball stud has been changed and now points forward. This ensures a significantly freer suspension movement under load. Another positive side effect of this smart design is the simpler assembly, which also saves weight. Since the screws and the carbon plate for mounting the ball stud are no longer needed, you save valuable weight in a crucial area. Additionally, the system offers maximum flexibility for your setup: The ball stud position can now be adjusted cleverly and easily via an included insert. Precision-machined and elegantly black anodised as a final visual touch they feature a silver chamfer.

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August 27, 2026

JConcepts Cat PB Dragonator body

Having brought back a little of the 2000’s look to 1:10 offroad buggy racing with the release of the Dragonator body shell, JConcepts has added a variant for the latest Schumacher Cat PB 1:10 4WD Buggy. The new body is heavily inspired by the early 2000’s dynamo. With the 1:10 buggy class is ruled primary by JConcepts performance bodies such as the S2, F2, P2, and S15, for the new season of offroad racing Jason Ruona and his Florida company got a bit more creative and sculpted this angular shell stating the ‘Cab forward, cab rearward, the debate lives on, but the Dragonator is something different’. A good portion of the new shell is all cab, the narrow front develops width as it reaches the rear, up to a specialty fin where it picks up stability. The long swooping side windows provide an aggressive stance that all converges to the front like an arrow. The power pods are raised in advanced territory directing and channeling flow over the centre of the chassis and through to the rear. The heavy inner edge of the power pods is a hard stop but ultimately the defining concept of the new item. The decreasing radius portion of the back of the cab is unique, created to ride low-profile on the track surface and equalise the front to rear bias of the all-cab concept. Stepped rear “doghouse” serves as the termination point of the windows and positions it just before the rear tower. The body arrives as clear polycarbonate with protective film and is available in standard formed thickness.

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August 27, 2026

Team GFRP 2027 Mistress Dirt Oval Kit

Dirt oval specialists Team GFRP has released the 2027 Mistress Car Kit which can be run as a late model or midwest mod. The kit from Indiana based manufacturer features a new front shock tower and camber link mounting design for better adjustability. New for this release is the stock forward servo mounting for better weight bias in the car. This kit features the 70mm molded front arms and narrow casters for more stability and a better steering response. The new molded front bumper riser allows better clearance for a late model or Midwest mod front bumper. The shocks have been shortened to allow a faster response. New molded high roll centre hubs paired with a wider outer arm allow for improved adjustability on the rear end. The 2027 Mistress comes with a gear differential and new machined laydown delrin 39t case for better weight bias in the car.

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