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February 21, 2026

Xray XB8’26 1:8 Nitro Buggy

Having presented their latest Electric Buggy last week, Xray has now released details their 2026 1:8 Nitro Buggy kit, the XB8’26. Among the features are a new chassis plate with revised rear C-holder position & increased clearance for the clutch bell. New C-suspension holder with lower positions & updated geometry help increase traction while a new rear wing mount with larger contact surface for the new included Hudy rear wing delivers increased downforce & stability. The first car from the Slovakian manufacturer with having had a year of feedback from top US racer Dakotah Phend, the kit gets a new 4-shoe clutch system and 4-shoe 14T clutch bell. Other revisions include new graphite ball joints for suspension links reduce friction & maintain free movement in all conditions with new graphite anti-roll bar ball joints also guving the same benefits. New side guard screws with integrated washer for easier installation.

View the full XB8’26 presentation here

February 21, 2026

PN Racing Mini-Z 2WD Solid Axle

New from Mini-Z racing specialists PN Racing is this Mini-Z 2WD Solid Axle. The brand-new Titanium Solid Axle is engineered for racers who demand maximum forward bite and lightning-fast acceleration, this spool is the ultimate tuning part for high-traction tracks. Precision-machined titanium significantly cuts down rotating mass meaning your motor reaches top RPMs faster with improved overall efficiency. An innovative “No C-Clip” Design allows you to say goodbye to losing tiny clips with the hardware-free retention system making maintenance a breeze and keeps your pit space stress-free. It is designed to use the exact same spur gear mounting system as our popular Ball Diffs so you swap PNWC gears back and forth with zero hassle.

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February 20, 2026

Izsay & Hudy to lead Xray’s onroad effort at MIBO International

Fresh from racing at the famous TITC last weekend in Thailand, Adam Izsay and Xray’s chief touring car designer Martin Hudy are confirmed to lead the manufacturer’s onroad efforts at this year’s upcoming MBO International race in the Czech Republic. Having already confirmed defending MIBO International 2WD Buggy Champion Bartek Zalewski and reigning EFRA 2WD European Champion Martin Bayer will lead their offroad team at the fourth edition of the race on February 27-March 1st, Izsay, as the defending Pro-Stock Champion, will also try to defend his title as well as race in the Modified class. The man responsible for creating the cars they will race, the X4’26, Hudy will focus his attentions on the Pro Stock class, Xray drivers winning the category in all three previous editions of the Hrotovice based indoor event.

View MIBO International Roll of Honour here

February 20, 2026

Xray X4 CFF2 Short – Medium Lower Arms

Xray has added the option of these CFF2 Short – Medium Lower Arms for its X4’26 1:10 Electric Touring Car. More aggressive than the long arms, they allow more chassis roll and increase initial steering. Best used in combination with Xray’s 1.2mm Chassis Hudy Spring Steel the arms will improve steering in low traction and tight technical tracks, but will be more difficult to drive. CFF2 carbon fibre lower arms with composite plastic detailing for maximum suspension rigidity and optimal suspension function.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 20, 2026

Yokomo SD3.0 Pink | Bronze edition Competition Drift Kit

With aesthetics a big part of the RC Drift scene, major category player Yokomo have announced the upcoming release of a Pink and a Bronze Special Limited Edition of their popular SD3.0 kit. This competition kit features not only anodised colours but also incorporates numerous newly designed parts, achieving a spec upgrade that makes it practically a brand-new machine. While retaining the main chassis, shocks, and bulkhead from the SD3.0, aluminium is used for components like the suspension arms and hub carriers. Notably, the front steering block is a newly designed trail-adjustable type, enabling precise steering characteristics. The drivetrain also features a newly adopted aluminium spur gear holder. Furthermore, the motor mount now incorporates a heat sink shape, and together with the aluminium/graphite battery holder, the rear section boasts a stylish finish.

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February 20, 2026

Team Associated RC10B6 Builder’s Support Kit 2

Team Associated has announced the release of this RC10B6 Builder’s Support Kit 2 which brings their race-winning technology to Builder’s assembling dirt oval sprint cars, late models, and custom drag cars. With the applications are endless, the Builder’s Support Kit has the major sub-assemblies builders need in a value-packed kit, without having to pay for excess 2WD off-road buggy parts. At the heart of the RC10B6 Builder’s Support Kit is the Laydown, Layback, and Standup transmissions with ball differential; all gearboxes are included. Putting the power down is the next-generation Octalock slipper clutch with Factory Team LCF slipper pads. Along with the easy-access rear differential, the rear end includes standard pivot rear blue aluminium arm mounts, 69mm CVA bones and B7 rear hubs. The kit also includes a set of four 13mm Big Bore shocks, all four with 23mm length bodies for custom build applications. Builders need only select an appropriate application, and they can bolt on the suspension, shocks, hubs, drivetrain, and gearbox from the Builder’s kit. The opportunities are endless to customise your dirt oval or drag car from any of the B6-based third-party specialty manufacturers in the industry.

View kit features & more images here

February 20, 2026

Moto-Obscura 10-32 Alu Serrated Wheel Nuts

For all vintage Losi fans out there, vintage racing accessories brand Moto-Obscura has added to its popular aluminium serrated wheel nuts a 10-32 threads for Losi universal joint axles. These are perfect for the stock rear axles of the JRX2 & T, JRX Pro & Pro SE, Junior 2 & T, XX /XXT, and on any XX4 equipped with universal axles. If you’ve got an Associated vehicle or a Losi with CVD axles, Moto-Obscura still have their serrated wheel nuts available in 8-32 as well. Both our 8-32 and 10-32 nuts use the same 11/32” hex size for convenience.

Source: Moto-Obscura [moto-obscura.com]

February 19, 2026

EZ Power ICE Series Batteries

Italian battery brand, and sponsor of top Italian Touring Car racer Mattia Collina, EZ Power has launched its new for 2026 ICE Series of Lipo packs. Their latest batteries offer several key advancements such as ultra low Ω technology which they claim achieves record-breaking internal resistance for brutal, consistent power delivery. A new internal chemistry is optimised to maintain peak performance under extreme racing stress. They also offer chassis optimisation with LCG and ULCG (Ultra-Low Center of Gravity) versions to enhance car handling and balance. The entire range is already EFRA and BRCA approved, with ROAR and IFMAR homologations currently in progress. From 1:12 scale (3.8V), through 1:10 high-performance (7.6V) to the bigger 1:8 scale and ‘LongRun’ endurance batteries, the ICE Series has a suitable performance solution for every racing class.

Source: EZ Power [ezpower.it]