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February 12, 2026

Orlowski tops opening seeding practice at TITC

Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski has topped the opening round of seeding practice at the TITC, the defending Champion remaining the man to beat in Bangkok having been the benchmark for a week of free practice. With practice fatigue starting to kick in around the pits, the first of the two rounds of seeding brought a sense of excitement as it would allow everyone to see where they and their rivals are at. While Orlowski appeared to lose some of his pace advantage in the final practice run that opened Day 1 of the race, it appeared to be only a temporary glitch with the Pole laying down the fastest 3-consecutive laps but Infinity’s Bruno Coelho was only 7/100ths of a second off Orlowski’s 42.406 pace. Despite suffering from heat stroke, an impressive showing from Xray’s Jin Sawada would see the Japanese driver set the third fastest time ahead of the Awesomatix of Marc Rheinard, the pair over 2/10th of a second off the current pace. Putting Tamiya in the final last year, Souta Goto ran the 5th fastest while 2-time Champion Akio Sobue made it 6 different manufacturers in the Top 6 with his Axon, the Japanese driver switching between two different cars here at RC Addict, one with new parts and the other with parts they ran at the FEMCA Championships in preparation for the upcoming Worlds at the same track.

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February 12, 2026

2026 New Zealand 1:10 EP Onroad C/ship – Report

The 2026 NZRCA 1:10 EP Onroad New Zealand Championship, presented by Power HD, concluded last weekend, and while entry numbers were modest, the intensity on the track was at an all-time high, with seven classes of competition providing world-class door-to-door action. Gael Bueno Ware was the man to beat in the premier classes, securing a “double-double” by taking the TQ and overall win in both Modified and 13.5 Touring. In Modified Touring, the Yokomo teammate duo of Bueno Ware and Logan Toia put on a masterclass. The highlight of the weekend was a thrilling A2 main where Toia pushed Bueno Ware to the absolute limit. The race was decided by a final-lap dash to the line in what was described by many as the race of the event. Toia would settle for second, with Simon Noton piloting his Tamiya TRF 421 to the final podium spot. Bueno Ware repeated his dominance in 13.5 Touring Stock. Despite a strong challenge from recent standout Will Sloane, Gael’s consistency proved insurmountable. Sloane showed impressive pace as a class debutant, but a series of errors allowed the veteran to pull away. Kenley Brown rounded out the podium in third.

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February 12, 2026

Team Associated RC10 Model 24 Classic

Following all its RC10 re-releases and special editions, Team Associated has scaled things down, sort of, with the release of the RC10 Model 24. A faithful, downsized tribute to one of the most iconic radio control buggies ever created, it us designed as an exact replica of the legendary 1:10 scale RC10, this 1:24 scale version captures the same unmistakable silhouette, proportions, and design details that defined a generation of RC racing. From the classic white wheels and gold-anodised aluminium tub, to the unmistakable suspension layout, every element reflects the heritage of the original championship-winning buggy. Despite its compact size, the RC10 Model 24 delivers an authentic RC experience. This model is perfect for collectors, longtime RC enthusiasts, and newcomers alike who want to experience RC10 history in a smaller, more accessible format. The RC10 Model 24 isn’t just a mini RC car—it’s a celebration of innovation, performance, and timeless design that helped shape the world of radio control racing.

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February 11, 2026

TITC Rewind – a quick look back on recent moments from the world’s greatest race

In 2003 when the first edition of the Thailand International Touring Car Championship was held no one could have ever imagined what this race would become. For sure the fact that the first ever 1:10 Electric Touring Car World Champion Surikarn Chaidajsuriya won it as the reigning World Champion brought attention to the race and got it off on the right footing, but over the 20 editions held since it has established itself into one of the races that every great driver of our sport wants to claim. Like the Monaco Grand Prix, the Indy 500, Le Mans, and the Dakar Rally, are to full size motorsport, the TITC is iconic and one of the most coveted wins there is in Electric Touring Car and RC racing in general. Manufacturers of all sizes flock to it such is its significance and only an IFMAR World title trumps it in terms of prestige but for that you must wait 2-years between attempts. For drivers it is not a case of flying out a day or two early to get into the swing of driving around the Infinity RC Addict track in conditions that are always changing due to the Thai heat & humidity. Drivers pretty much relocated themselves in Bangkok in search of finding that little something that might help them come out victorious at the end of what is officially only a 4-day event, all else going well because it can be a cruel race. Australian racer Michael Stone made his TITC debut last year and asking him on our arrival to cover the 2025 action how he was finding the experience his reply summed it up perfectly, ‘I am coming for longer next year.’ The race hadn’t even officially started at that stage but it highlights the unique atmosphere that you have to actually experience to truly appreciate. On the eve of the official action getting underway and the 22nd edition attracting the greatest media attention the TITC has ever seen, including its first proper livestream production by our friends RC Race Media, we want to rewind a little and take a look back at some of the more recent editions of the TITC as we look forward to telling the story of our sixth TITC.

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February 11, 2026

ORCA Modtreme4 Race Motor

Set to make its race debut on the world’s biggest touring car stage this weekend at the TITC in Thailand, electronics brand ORCA has released their new Modtreme4 racing motors. Marking a significant milestone for the ORCA R&D team, demonstrating the brand’s unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of RC racing technology, the new motor is lighter than than the previous generation motor by 3%. Moving the soldering tab inward moves the motor’s weight inward by up to as much as 7%. Making the weight more in the Centre line of the car, this effectively makes left to right transition faster. The motor comes complete with titanium case locking screws out of the box.

Source: ORCA [orcarc.com]

February 11, 2026

Spower Japan P7HP EUii Hand Modified .21 Onroad Engine

Spower, the engine brand of chassis manufacturer Sworkz, has released its latest 1:8 Onroad competition racing engine, the P7HP EUii. With its top performance Spower “魂”(SOUL) series now going to the RC speed machine, the new factory hand modified .21 Onroad engine is based on the world famous OS Speed Euro II. Spower have made some modification work and took it to another level. Based on Euro II spec cylinder with 7 ports they have a new design with the cooling holes added to the bottom of the exhaust with the newly designed crankcase. The Spower design team have hand modified all ports to make it more efficient. The stronger DLC coating on new crankshaft has also 3 tungsten counterweights contributing to consistent idling and quicker RPM response according to the throttle movements. It also comes standard with new Spower’s 1:8 Onroad Boost rear cover plate which helps this high RPM engine work more stable from the top speeds to the lower range. The new printing technology with racing style colourful cooling head makes it blend in with your car. With the factory combo setup that includes the latest OS MR05 Exhaust Manifold + EFRA 2196 pipes, P7HP EUii will provide a lot of power for your racing needs together with the best fuel mileage.

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February 11, 2026

Cayote Crest Stocki Motor Series

Cayote has released its new Crest Stocki Motor Series, a competition-oriented High-Response Brushless Motor which is engineered for professional Stock-class racing. Fully compliant with IFMAR, ROAR, EFRA, TITC and BRCA regulations, it has been designed for any 1:10 and 1:12 scale competition class to deliver the exact balance of power, efficiency, and reliability required to compete. They have engineered the CREST Stocki for real track performance with a smoother torque build-up meaning less traction upset and more control. The motor’s Optimised Magnetic Field means minimal energy loss with Crest Stocki’s electromagnetic system delivering sharper throttle response, stronger high‑RPM power, and consistent efficiency. The Stocki’s rotor is precision-balanced for reduced vibration, with a reinforced structure that maintains integrity at extreme RPM and this gives smoother power delivery and reduced mechanical noise. An adjustable timing design means you can fine-tune your power curve with Stocki’s mechanical timing adjustment. Designed to spin faster, run quieter, last longer, advanced thermal architecture increases heat dissipation paths and optimises airflow to maintain consistency over time. The result is reduced power fade, minimised performance fluctuation, and extended peak output through every final minute of the race. The Stocki employs a high-consistency rotor positioning system, delivering accurate signals for precise ESC timing—especially critical at low speed and during re-acceleration. Their latest motor features a modular, tool-free disassembly system for fast cleaning and maintenance—minimising downtime and keeping your motor race-ready.

Source: Team Cayote [cayote.com]

February 11, 2026

MST RMX 4 GT Competition-Level RWD Drift Car Kit

Drift RC specialist Max Speed Technology has announced their all-new generation RMX 4 GT high-end RWD competition drift chassis. Designed with a lightweight concept, focusing on quick adjustments and easy maintenance, it features a newly developed steering system, redesigned front and rear suspension, and simplified lightweight components. The RMX 4 GT delivers exceptional stability and agile directional response, allowing drivers to experience precise and dynamic control on the track. Other features include an ultra-lightweight, high-rigidity chassis combining carbon fibre and aluminium components. The dedicated lightweight carbon fibre lower deck for RMX 4 GT, weighs only 37 grams. Minimalist carbon fibre front bulkhead structure provides reduced front-end weight. Innovative removable subframe design give quick rear suspension servicing and adjustment with the quick-release gearbox design offering fast differential maintenance. The 4-gear reverse-torque transmission design is convertible to 3-gear forward-torque layout without additional parts.

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