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September 23, 2026

Canberra, Australia to open 2027 Asian Buggy C/ships season

With the latest season of the Asian Buggy Championships have just concluded recently in Indonesia, the high profile 1:8 Offroad Championship has announced a brand new host venue for the opening race of Season #5 which takes racers to Canberra, Australia. Kicking off the four round championship on February 10-14, Canberra Off-Road Model Car Club (CORMCC) is located in Australia’s capital, and is one of the country’s best, longest running venues, renowned for its natural dirt surface that grooves up beautifully. CORMCC has played host to many National Championship events, including the 2026 edition, and will be an ideal venue to open ABC ’27. The addition of Canberra and the new True North facility in the Philippines marks a new look for the series next year. In making this announcement and confirming new venues, ABC paid tribute to the Pine Hills and Counties RC teams that have hosted ABC races in recent years. After the season opener Round 2 will take races to the new Philippine Masters from Mar 31-Apr 4 before return to new for 2026 track Lap Paradise in Malaysia from May 26-30. Details for the fourth & final round of 2027 will be announced shortly.

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [asianbuggychamps.com]

September 22, 2026

Todd wins Spanish eBuggy Championship Round 3

Mugen Seiki driver David Todd has won the latest round of the AECAR Spanish 1:8 eBuggy National Championships. Racing at Valladolid, host of the 2025 European eBuggy Championship, and the penultimate round of the 4 round National Championship attracted 40 drivers, and it was Todd who would secure the overall TQ. The 2024 Euro B Champion was fastest in 4 of the 5 rounds of which 3 counted. Fastest in Q4, Adrian Pariente put his Sparko second on the grid ahead of his brother Daniel’s Tekno. In the triple finals while Todd took the opener, it was Adrian Pariente who took A2 ahead of Todd pushing the decider to A3 which Todd duly won by over 5-seconds. After a DNF in A1, a pair of third places saw Daniel Pariente complete the podium. Todd would also take the win in eTruggy.

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September 21, 2026

T-Work’s RC8 B4.2 Alu Rear Hubs

T-Works is now offering these Aluminium Rear Hubs for the RC8 B4.2 1:8 Buggy platform from Team Associated. The 7075 T6 aluminium rear hub carrier has enhanced strength and hardness, improving durability and adjustability. The top of the wheel mount is connected to the hub with carbon fibre plates which feature multiple adjustments holes for fine tuning. Matched with different embedded adjustment blocks, it can be adjusted according to different track conditions and the performance requirements of the buggy to optimise handling and stability.

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

September 19, 2026

Caster Racing NTO821.2 New Design Crown & Pinion

Caster Racing has a newly designed Crown and Pinion gear for their NTO821.2 and ETO821.2 1:8 Buggy platforms. Now Spiral Cut Bevel Gears, they will provide smoother & quieter operation as the curved teeth engage gradually rather than all at once, resulting in significantly reduced noise and vibration. Multiple teeth contact each other simultaneously spreading the force over a larger surface area to withstand higher torque. The new design also offers increased durability thanks to better stress distribution that leads to less tooth fatigue under heavy loads.

Source: Caster Racing [casterrcaingrc.com]

September 19, 2026

WIRC Racing SBX4 +3mm Chassis

Italian manufacturer WIRC Racing has released this optional Chassis for their 1:8 Competition Buggy contender the SBX4. A common option offered now by most buggy manufacturers, the 7075 T6 Aluminium longer chassis enhances stability and makes handling easier compared to the standard chassis. In testing the new options extra 3mm, Team driver Joern Neumann reported improved performance.

Source: WIRC Racing [wirc-racing.com]

September 18, 2026

Hong Nor X5B LCG Conversion Kit

Hong Nor has announced the upcoming release of an LCG Conversion Kit for its X5B 1:8 Buggy platform. Developed by Team HN specifically for high-grip tracks, the new LCG suspension system is designed around three key principles – lightweight, simplicity, and performance. It gives X5B and iX5B drivers more options for fine-tuning their vehicles to suit different track conditions and driving preferences. The new LCG suspension system will be available soon, with both conversion kits and complete X5B and iX5B kits versions available.

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September 15, 2026

Team Associated RB10 Factory Team Retro Kit

Team Associated has just expanded its already extensive catalogue of 1:10 2WD Buggy kit offerings with the latest addition this RB10 Factory Team Retro Kit. The kit blends classic offroad buggy styling with proven B5 engineering for a true old-school look backed by modern durability and adjustability. Featuring a rear-motor layout, the RB10 Factory Team Retro delivers familiar handling characteristics with updated materials, race-ready components, and some Factory Team upgrades. At its core is a Retro Bronze anodised aluminium B5 tub chassis, paired with a matching Retro Bronze aluminium front nose plate and exclusive grey molded plastics throughout for an unmistakable vintage appearance. An authentic retro Viper body and high-downforce 5.5” retro wing complete the classic silhouette, while 12mm hex dish wheels and your choice of tires (not included) ensure confident performance on today’s tracks. Under the body this retro kit features Kashima coated 13mm big bore coil-over shocks, a B5 rear-motor Stealth transmission, rear CVA driveshafts, and a 2.6:1 sealed B5 Ball differential provides smooth, reliable power delivery. Fully adjustable suspension geometry, steel turnbuckles, vertical ball ends, and an adjustable V2 slipper system give drivers a full range of tuning options.

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September 15, 2026

Xray XB2’26 1.2mm Narrow End Hudy Spring Steel Chassis

Xray has introduced for their XB2’26 2WD Buggy this new steel chassis featuring a revised rear profile. The revision provides additional clearance and compatibility with different rear suspension holder configurations. The optimised rear shape maintains the original chassis characteristics while the narrower design increases installation flexibility for various suspension holder setups. Special 1.2mm thick steel chassis made from Hudy Spring Steel material, with unique handling characteristics and outstanding durability. Suitable for medium to high traction tracks. The increased weight makes for an ultra-low CG, which improves stability and consistency in all conditions. Traction rolling tendencies will be significantly decreased.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]