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November 20, 2017

2017/18 Italian GT12 Series Rd1 – Report

The inaugural season of the 2017/18 Italian GT12 Series kicked off in Remedello di Sopra on the very technical indoor asphalt track of Angiolino Minispeedway. The series will unfold through six rounds across northern Italy and will see drivers chasing the crown of the GT12 class, which recently saw growing interest in the country thanks to its performance, simplicity and contained costs. The qualification rounds, held during the morning, saw Mattia Dall’Oca confirming his status of a GT12 specialist he and laid down three TQs marked by a very consistent pace and a record-breaking 13.366 seconds lap that finally proved unbeatable for the rest of the day. Locking the first row for the finals, Alessandro Rampini clinched P2 with a faultless drive in Q3, while his brother, Roberto Rampini was a very close third.

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November 19, 2017

Destiny RX-10SR electric touring car – Teaser

Destiny have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming RX-10SR electric touring car kit. The vehicle builds on the Reedy-Race-winning RX-10S and looking at the image the kit will include several refined parts such as an updated motor mount and alloy suspension mounts with composite inserts. The kit will ship in December and all information and images should surface soon.

Source: Destiny [destinyracing.jp]

November 19, 2017

Team Associated & Reedy setup/countertop mats

Coming from Team Associated and available exclusively through their web shop are new Team Associated and Reedy setup/countertop mats. They measure 40x50cm, sport new designs and provide a protective surface for countertops and RC pit tables alike. Preventing stains from nitro fuel, shock oil, dirt and grime, these mats are a great way to protect the work space while creating a factory look. They also work as RC pit table setup boards, providing a nice flat surface for pre-race checks of ride height, camber, and toe. Lightweight for easy travel to and from the racetrack.

View the Reedy-branded pit mat here

November 19, 2017

Samix TRX-4 alloy portal knuckle covers

Samix have introduced an aluminium portal knuckle cover set for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. The metal covers will add about 17g of weight while increasing the overall rigidity and stability of the axles. In addition mounting holes allow to attach mock-up brake discs and rotors for a more scale appliance. The covers are available in black, grey or natural finish and they fit both the standard TRX-4 knuckles and also Samix’s own option parts.

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November 18, 2017

Yugo Nagashima crowned 2017 Speed King Tour champ

The final round of the 2017 Speed King Tour took place at the Sagamido Racing Track in the Kanagawa prefecture. Both Modified and Stock 1/10th electric touring classes as well as the Oval class were held at this event. The Touring Modified class saw the running of the special Super Pole format for Q4, a one-lap attack run for the decisive Q4 result. 2013 Speed King Tour Modified class champion Yugo Nagashima scored the fastest lap time and took overall the overall TQ from reigning Speed King Tour Modified class champion Akio Sobue.

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November 17, 2017

VRP EB410 aluminium option parts

Coming from VRP and made for the Tekno EB410 1/10th 4WD buggy are several new aluminium option parts. The range includes a front and rear 7075 aluminium shock tower, an aluminium front camber link plate and a battery strap. The front and rear shock towers are made out of 7075 grade aluminium and feature double beveled edges making them carpet and turf friendly. The front camber link plate and battery strap are also made from 7075 grade aluminium and feature a double re-opted look with silver edges to add that bling factor to the buggy.

View the other new parts here

November 17, 2017

Team Associated 2017 Worlds T-shirt

Team Associated have introduced their new 2017 World T-shirt as it is worn by AE’s factory team at this week’s IFMAR 1/10th Off-road World Championships in Xiamen, China. The tee is made from 100 percent cotton material, it comes in black and with all-new front and rear graphics. The shirt is available from now on in S to 5XL sizes.

View the backside here

November 17, 2017

Baldo brothers join Kyosho Europe

Kyosho Europe have announced the signing of Bryan and Oscar Baldo to their team. After a season with TLR and Horizon Hobby the two Spanish frontrunners have decided to change gear again and to go for Kyosho as their new home.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoeurope.com]