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July 21, 2026

Efficace claims ACI National Trophy – Report

The 1:10 Touring National Trophy was held by ACI Sport on the beautiful Minicar Fiorano track where it was Andrea Efficace who took the Stock title. With drivers gathering on the famous circuit – one of the best R/C facilities in Italy – from all over the country, the level of the field was very high and the competition was fierce since the very start of the event. In the Stock 17.5 class it was ICON RC’s very own Efficace who took a convincing overall TQ, winning two qualification rounds out of three, with Gianluigi Ciavolino coming in second and Bruno Rampini in third. Efficace then managed to take home a tone to tone win in A1, and to wrap up the event in A2 after a fierce battle with Ciavolino in the first couple of minutes: with the home driver forced to give up on the charge in the second half of the 5-minute final, Andrea simply had to take his Mugen MTC3 powered by a HW “Tuned by ACC” motor across the finish line to take home a back-to-back victory of the title, repeating last year’s win. With Efficace sitting out of A3, Ciavolino was able to take a dominating win in the third leg and to consolidate a convincing P2 with his Awesomatix, ahead of Bruno Rampini who rounded up the podium for Schumacher.

Thanks to Riccardo Acciari for report

July 17, 2026

MST 22B 1:10 Drift Body Shell

RC Drift car manufacturer Max Speed Technology (MST) has added another iconic Japanese car body shell to its line up with its latest body shell project the 22B. Faithfully recreating the appearance of the street-version Subaru 22B, which was released in 1998 to celebrate Subaru’s 40th anniversary and 3rd consecutive WRC constructors’ title, this 1:10 version is designed with a 257 mm wheelbase for an authentic scale look. With a 195 mm width, highlights include one-piece molding technology that reduces assembly complexity and provides a cleaner, more refined appearance. The body includes a full ABS Accessory set made up of a 22B Large Rear Wing, 22B Street Version Side Mirrors, Windshield Wipers (F/R), Headlight Covers, and Taillight Covers.

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July 17, 2026

Hara to race at Team Associated 1:28 International

In an another boost for the burgeoning 1:28 racing scene, legend of the sport Atsushi Hara is joining the category with Team Associated announcing his entry for the 2026 Team Associated 1:28 International which takes place in Las Vegas from September 4-6th. The two time World Champion, who is now an ambassador for electronics manufacturer Team Cayote, will race in the LiPo 3500 Lexan class at the first running of the event which comes about following the famed US manufacturer’s entry into the category 12-months ago with the release of the RC28R. A race that is open to all brands of cars, it takes place in The Orleans Hotel and Casino alongside the record-breaking 2026 Team Associated Vintage Offroad Championships in which Hara will also be racing 1:10 Buggy. Following the 28SRA ruleset, the 2026 Team Associated 1:28 International will cater for LiPo 2500, LiPo 2500 Pan, LiPo 3500, 2WD Mod, Open Pan, Box Stock, Formula 1, and AWD Mod classes.

Source: Team Associated [Facebook]

July 16, 2026

Xray RX8 Fuel Tank Cap Extension

Xray has released this Fuel Tank Cap Extension for its RX8 1:8 Onroad car. The set extends the fuel tank cap for easier handling and allows for quicker & more convenient refuelling. Constructed from lightweight & durable material it is a direct fit to the original RX8 fuel tank.

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July 16, 2026

Takashima D-13 enters Titanium Chassis production

Takashima D-13 has announced that it has successfully completed the development and production of its first titanium chassis plates, marking another milestone in the company’s expanding range of premium chassis options. Machined from high-grade titanium alloy, the new chassis combines exceptional strength with low weight, offering a unique balance of rigidity and controlled chassis flex. The excellent strength-to-weight ratio allows the chassis to maintain high structural stability while lowering the overall centre of gravity, resulting in more predictable handling and improved consistency throughout a race. For stock-class touring car racing, where carrying corner speed and maintaining momentum are critical, the lower centre of gravity helps reduce chassis roll and improves direction changes, while the controlled flex characteristics provide excellent mid-corner stability and consistent rear traction. The result is a chassis that is easy to drive, highly repeatable and capable of delivering consistent lap times over long race durations. In addition to its on-track performance, titanium offers outstanding corrosion resistance and excellent fatigue durability, ensuring long-term reliability even under demanding racing conditions. With the successful introduction of its titanium manufacturing capability, Takashima D-13 plans to gradually expand the range with titanium chassis options for a variety of popular touring car platforms. The new titanium series will complement the company’s existing chassis lineup, giving racers another premium material choice and even greater setup possibilities for different track conditions and driving styles.

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July 16, 2026

Capricorn GT2 Upgrade Kit 2026

Capricorn has announced the upcoming release of a new GT2 2026 Upgrade Kit designed to update their 2025 GT2 1:8 Nitro GT competition cat to the latest 2026 specifications. The kit includes a wide range of new components, including the new chassis, developed in accordance with the 2026 regulations. The main updates include a wheelbase that has been shortened by 2 mm for improved responsiveness and precision and a new straight front chassis design, fully compliant with the 2026 regulations. The GT2 2026 also gets revised weight distribution for an even better overall balance. A new radio plate has been optimised for improved servo installation and steering precision with a new, larger receiver box, making receiver installation and cable routing easier and cleaner. The Italian manufacturer say track testing and the latest race have confirmed that these updates represent another significant step forward from the already highly successful 2025 GT2. The car is now even easier to drive, more consistent and more predictable, allowing drivers of all levels to extract its full potential with confidence. The GT2 2026 Upgrade Kit will be available soon for all current 2025 GT2 owners while customers who prefer to purchase a complete new car, the GT2 2026, this kit will be available at the end of July.

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July 16, 2026

Boost RC ‘Hexaflow’ Touring Car Front Bumper

Italian brand Boost RC has introduced a new line of Boost RC has introduced the new line of innovative ‘Hexaflow’ Front Bumpers. Available for leading 1:10 Electric Touring Car models, it combines impact protection with aerodynamic performance, transforming a traditionally passive component into an active tuning element for your car. Unlike conventional bumpers designed solely to absorb impacts, the Hexaflow has been engineered to influence the car’s behaviour at speed. Developed entirely in-house, the project began as a CAD concept before undergoing multiple stages of prototyping and extensive on-track testing to refine both its mechanical properties and aerodynamic efficiency. The bumper features a distinctive angled honeycomb structure with through-flow cells that channel airflow across the front section of the chassis. As vehicle speed increases, the airflow management is designed to generate an aerodynamic effect that complements the car’s mechanical setup, offering additional front-end support in faster corners. This opens up new setup possibilities for racers. For example, drivers can optimise the car for greater mechanical grip in slower sections using reduced camber while benefiting from the additional aerodynamic assistance provided by the Hexaflow in high-speed corners. Rather than replacing traditional setup adjustments, the bumper introduces another tuning parameter that can help maximise overall performance. Manufactured using high-performance engineering polymer through advanced 3D printing technology, the Hexaflow stands out visually with its honeycomb architecture creates a distinctive motorsport-inspired appearance, complemented by a carbon fibre textured finish on the sides and underside.

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July 15, 2026

Mon-tech Racing Civic-M 1:10 M-Chassis Body

Following the success of the 1:10 version in the FWD category, Italy’s Mon-tech Racing has announced the release of an all-new Civic-M body shell dedicated to the M-Chassis class. Fully conceived, designed, and manufactured in-house to guarantee un-compromised quality standards the body offers optimal lightweight performance for razor-sharp handling. Designed for a 225mm wheelbase, the body will be available from early August and comes compete with window masks, highly detailed headlight and grille decals, and the mounting screws for the rear wing.

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