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February 1, 2016

Yokomo introduce YZ-2 carpet & dirt kits

Yokomo will soon have two new YZ-2 buggy kits available in the form of the YZ-2CA and YZ-2DT. Both build on the previous and now discontinued YZ-2 buggy and they feature a new aluminium main chassis and dedicated gearbox designs for high-grip carpet or low-grip dirt applications. The YZ-2CA carpet and astro turf specific car, as used by Yokomo factory driver Lee Martin during last weekend’s third round of the 2015/16 EOS, comes with a newly designed low layshaft “carpet spec” 3-gear transmission with new idler gear, long suspension arms, and a lightweight body, making the buggy ideal for all high-grip applications.

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February 1, 2016

Cody King wins at Grass Roots series

Thunder Alley RC Raceway of Beaumont, California held the Grass Roots series this past Sunday with the one day event attracting over 200 entries. In the 1/8th Buggy Expert A-main, TQ holder Cody King (Kyosho) took the win some 5 seconds in front of runner-up Shawn Kirkman (Tekno). Clayton Saxton (Team Associated) would round out the top 3 result some 11 seconds short of Shawn.

Image: Cody King

February 1, 2016

Flash Point alloy diff cross pins & graphite grease

New from Flash Point R/C come aluminium differential cross pins for Mugen and TLR vehicles as well as high-pressure grease. Starting with the cross pins, the set can be used in Mugen Seiki vehicles including the MBX7, MBX7R, 7R Eco, MBX7T, MBX7TR, and MBX7TR Eco and as well as the TLR 8ight, 8ight-T, and 8ight-E. The package includes six aluminium cross pins that greatly reduce the rotating mass of the drive train. This will increase acceleration and allow your vehicle to have a lower operating temperature. Also new is the High-Pressure grease that is ideal for a multitude of applications including thrust bearings, CVA joints, ring and pinions, outdrives, as well as a general lubrication for all metal parts.

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February 1, 2016

Hobbywing sign Bruno Coelho through 2018

Hobbywing have announced the signing of 2015 IFMAR 4WD Off-road World Champion, Bruno Coelho to their team. The Portuguese driver will be running Hobbywing electronics, such as speed controllers and motors, exclusively in a multi-year deal through to 2018. The former LRP team driver finished off his blue-coloured campaign with a win at last weekend’s EOS Rd3 in Germany and he is now looking forward to an even more successful future with his new electronics sponsor:

It’s with great pride that I’ll be joining Hobbywing beginning with the 2016 season. I am a big fan of their products and with their support, I’ll be able to step up and have an even more competitive season. I look forward to seeing everyone at the track!

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

January 31, 2016

HPI Racing introduce updated Savage trucks

HPI Racing’s iconic Savage 1/8th scale monster truck range receives a make-over for the 2016 season with the XL 5.9 2.0, XL Octane V2 and XL Flux all being on show during this week’s Nuremberg International Toy Fair. Starting with the updated Savage XL 5.9 2.0, the truck features a variety of upgrades and changes, making it faster, meaner and even bigger. Underneath the GTXL-1 bodyshell in a new subdued colour, the chassis is the same as the colossal Savage XL Octane, with its TVP design, 3-speed Octane transmission, triple brake disc system, and a complete set of all-metal Super HD drivetrain parts. The truck is powered by the new F5.9 engine.

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January 31, 2016

Infinity 1/8th nitro on-road car – Coming soon

Asian company Creation Model will officially release their Infinity 1/8th nitro on-road car this coming week. The car comes from the mind of former Japanese National Champion and World Championships podium finisher Masao Tanaka and it was developed with the help of drivers such as Lamberto Collari during the past year. Around in prototype stages for some time, the first official images of the car and information on the features and specifications will become available on February 2nd.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

January 31, 2016

HPI Racing Q32 Formula micro-size RTR racer

HPI Racing’s Q32 palm-size RTR cars are soon also available as the Q32 Formula. The tiny racers feature the look and the styling of classic open-wheel racers and they come painted in cool retro colours every 1990’s Formula 1 fan will recognise. The Q32 features a 2.4GHz controller which doubles as a car charger, foam tyres for traction on tile and carpet and RealSteer technology for good car control.

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January 29, 2016

Xray XB2 graphite A-arms

Xray have introduced new graphite lower A-arms for the XB2 2WD off-road buggy. They are made from an exclusive composite mixture to provide the perfect balance between durability and performance. The arms are best used in high to very-high traction conditions where they help to free the car up in corners and they are available separately as left and right rear arms as well as universal front arm suitable for both sides.

View the rear arm here