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March 13, 2026

‘The Direct Drive Experiment’ – Insights Video

With his ‘The Direct Drive Experiment’ generating huge interest and online technical debates, Infinity team driver Jilles Groskamp has in response to the massive reaction to the ‘teaser video’ produced a second video regarding the unique four in-wheel drone motors powered IF14 Speciale. In the second video the Electric and Nitro Touring Car World Champion goes into more detail about the car build and technology used and is joined by Hans who started the project over a year ago and who brought Groskamp onboard to bring things to the next stage. While Groskamp answers questions regarding the drivability of the car, Hans gives a nice insight into the controlling of the motors and the creation of the software differential. The big debate on Unsprung Weight is also addressed. Watch the Insights Video here.

Source: Jilles Groskamp [Facebook]

March 13, 2026

Reds Racing 321 ESTREMO X Line Off-Road Engine

Italian engine tuner Reds Racing has collaberated with iconic Japanese engine manufacturer O.S. to bring offroad racers the new 321 ESTREMO X Line Off-Road Engine. The new X Line debuts with the 321 ESTREMO, a 3-port engine designed to offer a different driving character compared to their well-known 721 S Line platform. The 721 S Line will continue to be fully produced in Italy, maintaining the same philosophy, engineering approach, and performance characteristics that have defined it over the years. The new 321 engine is manufactured in Japan and has been fully developed according to Reds Racing design, engineering, and testing specifications. Final assembly and tuning are carried out directly by Mario Rossi and Marco Rossi, ensuring the performance standards and precision expected from Reds Racing engines. The development of the new 321 ESTREMO represents an important collaboration between Reds Racing and one of the most respected companies in the RC engine industry, O.S. Engine.

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March 13, 2026

Infinity IFB8 Buggy platform Option Parts

Having released its first electric 1:8 Buggy, the IFB8 EV, at the start of the week, Infinity has introduced two new option parts designed for both the nitro and electric variants of the platform in the form of Ackermann plates and rear wing mounting nuts. The new -1 Steering Plates give further adjustment of the Ackermann. Switching from the kit-standard steering plates expands the range of available setup options. The red finish Aluminium Wing Fixed Nuts replaces the standard M3 locknut and makes removal and installation of the rear wing easier. For the electric IFB8 EV, Infinity has also introduced 15T and 17T pinion gears to allow racers adjust the final drive ratio and further optimise the power delivery according to track layout and driving conditions.

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March 13, 2026

RC Maker announce Brunet as new European Team Manager

Australian manufacturer RC Maker has announced that its leading team driver Antoine Brunet will take over the role of European Team Manager. The French racer, who joined RC Maker as a driver at the end of 2024, takes over the role from Timo Siebert who appointed the touring car newcomer’s first European team manager last Summer. On the announcement RC Maker owner and designer Ryan Maker said, ‘It’s been an awesome first installation year into the highly competitive European Racing Scene! Around a year ago, Timo took on the role of European Team Manager and has helped us to begin making our mark in Europe. He worked tirelessly to get us to the point we are now, and we’re forever grateful for all his hard work. Now that he’s decided to step back and focus on his personal racing, it’s time to turn the page on a new chapter! Antoine Brunet has cemented himself in the heart of our brand, showing us week after week his dedication to moving us forward as a both a manufacturer and a team. He brings with him incredible talent and drive, as well as a passion for procuring a hard working, helpful and motivated team which stands behind the brand. I’m excited to work with Antoine now not only as a driver, but as our European Team Manager! We have lots of exciting announcements ahead as we continue to grow in Europe, and we can’t wait to share them with you!’

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March 13, 2026

Xray XB2 Ultra Durable 25T Machined Gear

Xray has introduced this Ultra Durable 25T Machined Gear for its XB2 1:10 Electric Buggy. Machined from ultra durable high-resistant material that ensures outstanding durability and can withstand extreme loads and high stress during racing. Thanks to the advanced material, the gear offers a longer lifespan while maintaining precise and efficient performance. It is designed for use in both the 5-gearbox and the 3-gearbox rear motor configurations offered for the buggy.

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March 12, 2026

Hobbywing XeRun V10 G5 13.5T Motor

New from reigning 1:12 and Touring Car IFMAR Stock World Champion motor manufacturer Hobbywing comes their new XeRun V10 GS 13.5T motor. Built on an all-new performance platform which is suitable for 1:10 and 1:12 Stock racing, it delivers breakthroughs in both output power and efficiency. A brand-new structural design exposes the windings for direct heat dissipation, with cooling vent area increased by over 15% compared to the G4R. The new G5 motor is 13 grams lighter than the G4R, and its centre of gravity is shifted 1.4mm closer to the output shaft for better chassis tuning. Special rotor surface coating provides corrosion resistance and enhanced magnetic performance, boosting load capacity and power output. Innovative adjustable-timing Hall structure which can educes Hall ABC angle tolerance from max. 4°to under 1°, down to 0.2°with professional calibration.

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March 11, 2026

Fenix Racing Pro10 Springs

Italy’s Fenix Racing has introduced a dedicated set of new springs for the Pro10 Class. Made to fit the most popular shocks, they are offering three springs options which are rated as 30lbs Red, 33lbs Yellow, and 36lbs Blue. Available as a set, Fenix also offer the option to purchase individual spring ratings.

Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]

March 11, 2026

Xray NT1 Glued ‘Red’ Brake Pad Set

Two time IFMAR 1:10 Nitro Touring Car World Champion manufacturer Xray has released this new ‘Red’ Brake Pad Set for their NT1. The new special red material is a long-lasting formula which also gives a smoother & more consistent braking effect.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]