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April 14, 2026

JConcepts RC10 4WD Alu Steering Bellcrank

New from Florida’s JConcepts comes this Aluminium Steering Bellcrank for the Team Associated RC10 4WD Buggy and Truck. One of the best hop-ups that can be made to the RC10 and RC10T 4WD is to update the steering bellcranks with a more durable design. JConcepts has evaluated the options and built an all-aluminium design bringing the driving bell-crank into a one-piece design eliminating the servo saver, increasing steering response and feel. The idler bell-crank sports a beefy and similar design giving the vehicle a symmetrical feel. The parts are available in blue or black anodising and feature silver chamfered edged highlighting and laser-etched JC logo for brand authenticity. Available in JConcepts signature blue or black finishes, the bellcranks are bearing supported with heavy-duty flanged bearings and include threaded aluminium steering posts with etched JC logo for an ultra-snug fit and finish. JConcepts has also went the extra mile and included 8/32 x 5/16” FHCS screws in titanium which thread into the bottom of the chassis and ultimately the steering posts for a complete design. Keep in mind the RC10 and RC10T 4WD uses 3mm x 5.5 ball-studs in each area of the steering assembly except for the high post to connect the steering servo tie-rod which uses a 4-40 ball-end.

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April 14, 2026

T-Works X4 Tribzero Coated Shock Body

T-Works has released new coated Shock Bodies for Xray X4 XLP2 Shocks using its own proprietary ‘Tribzero’ coating. Precision-machined from 7075-T6 aluminium alloy they are then coated with Tribzero for superior lubricity over conventional coatings. This ensure extra smooth operation, greater wear resistance and high strength.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

April 13, 2026

Fantom Racing MVS 5.0 LiHV Battery Packs

World Champion electronics brand Fantom Racing has announced their next-generation LiHV battery platform, MVS 5.0. The Texas based company say their new packs are built around updated battery chemistry and refined cell construction and engineered to deliver lower internal resistance, higher sustained voltage, and a flatter discharge curve. This translates directly to improved throttle feel, stronger mid-run power, and greater confidence over the duration of a race. The new lineup will be offered across multiple configurations to meet the needs of today’s racers, including Shorty packs with an LCG option, Mid-short, and Full Stick packs including a ULCG option. Each pack is designed with a focus on power delivery consistency, rather than just peak output – an area Fantom Racing continues to prioritise as race formats demand precision and repeatability.

Source: Fantom Racing [fantomracing.com]

April 13, 2026

Takashima D-13 3D Print Crystal Anti Roll Bar Box

In another addition to their 3D Print Crystal Surface collection box series, Takashima D-13 is now offering a solution for the storage and management of your Anti Roll Bars. Like the previous collection releases, the box is manufactured using high-quality 3D printing technology and the crystal-clear case offers both durability and a clean, professional look, making it easy to organise and identify different anti-roll bars at a glance. The internal layout allows for the storage of up to 10 anti-roll bars, keeping them neatly arranged and protected during transport and in the pit area. Measuring 136 x 76 x 6.2mm overall, with an internal dimension of 130 x 68 x 2mm, the low-profile design ensures it fits easily into pit boxes and tool bags without taking up unnecessary space. With a focus on convenience and organisation, the new D-13 anti-roll bar collection box is a simple yet effective addition for racers looking to keep their setup equipment in order.

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April 13, 2026

Double ACT State Titles for Donnelly

Team Associated’s Lachlan Donnelly claimed a double at the ACT State titles in Australia over the weekend. The reigning National 2WD Champion won the Canberra Off Road Model Car Club hosted titles race after first securing the 2WD TQ ahead of Matthew Couper, Ari Bakla and Lachlan Munday. Completing Saturday’s action he would go on to win all three A-mains to secure the title ahead of Xray’s Couper with Munday getting ahead of Bakla to complete the podium with his Associated. Switching to 4WD action for Sunday, Donnelly again took the TQ topping all four rounds with Xray’s Bakla second ahead of Munday and Couper. Another clean sweep of the finals completed the perfect weekend for Donnelly with a podium line-up the same as they qualified. In Stock, Samuel Muffett took the TQ and win repeating his 2WD feat.

Image: Lachlan Donnelly [Facebook]

April 13, 2026

Kurzbuch wins Ielasi Tuned Trophy

Mugen Seiki’s Simon Kurzbuch enjoyed another win on Italian soil, the Swiss racer backing up his recent win of the Pepe Group International Race with victory at the annual Ielasi Tuned Trophy. A race first hosted by former World Champion Daniele Ielasi in 2015, the annual Ielasi Tuned Trophy again attracted some big names to the Northern Italian Leno track. While last year’s winner Dario Balestri was absent from this year’s line-up, qualifying for the 7th edition would see Kurzbuch secure the 1:8 TQ ahead of Capricorn’s Toni Gruber, Infinity’s Francesco Tironi and Serpent’s Mirko Salemi while World Championship Top Qualifier Andrea Catanzani ended up P6. While Gruber would post the fastest lap of the 45-minute final, the German could do anything about Kuzbuch taking the win, his margin 9.5-seconds at the finish. Kurzbuch’s father assisted in pit lane for the final by US racer Paolo Morganti who nlw heads up Ielasi Tuned USA. Salemi would just hold off Simone Lotti for the final podium pacing. Catanzani would finish P5 ahead of Tironi who hit problems late in the first half of the race but rejoined after losing over a minute. In 1:10, Mario Spiniello took the TQ but retired from the final with Australian stalwart Gerhard Kandelhart, last year’s Top Qualifier but hitting trouble in the final, taking the win.

Images: Ielasi Tuned [Facebook]

April 13, 2026

Kaerup wins Savox Grand Prix in Taiwan

World Champion Marcus Kaerup took the wins at the annual Savox 1:8 Offroad Grand Prix which was staged at the RC66 track in Taoyuan, Taiwan. The servo manufacturer invited a number of their international team drivers to the event with Kaerup also joined by Korean Team Associated team-mate Jung Hyunkyu, Infinity’s Kouki Kato, and Xray’s Max Gotzl. With a total of 121 entries, racing on the unique track which is located under a highway bridge and was host of the 2023 FEMCA Championships, it was Kaerup who took the TQ in both Nitro and Electric ahead of recent Sunpadow Grand Prix winner Kato and the Chinese race’s runner up Hyunkyu. In the 50-minute final, Kaerup would hand the lead to Kato after a big error early on. The Asian Buggy Championships Champion would stay out front until lap 70 with the Japanese driver eventually having to settle for second 8-seconds back on the Dane. With Hyunkyu having a tough final suffering a broken rear shock after early contact he ran last of the 14 starters for a time before eventually finishing P9, it was the 王浩 who completed the podium. In eBuggy, while Kato won A1, Kaerup took A2 & 3 for the overall ahead of Kato with Gotzl on the final step of the podium.

Image: Marcus Kaerup [Facebook]

April 10, 2026

KO Propo Digital Ride Height Gauge

Having originally unveiled it at the 2025 Tokyo Hobby Show, Japanese radio and servo manufacturer KO Propo has finally announced the release of its Digital Ride Height Gauge specifically designed for RC cars and enabling precise measurements in 0.1mm increments. Shipping from April 24th, to use simply insert the probe under the vehicle to instantly measure the vehicle height with a large numerical display on the LCD screen providing significantly improved visibility compared to conventional scale-type gauges. Covering a wide measurement range from 2mm to 38mm, this single device can handle everything from on-road cars to off-road buggies. A battery level notification LCD is easy to see at a glance, changing the colour of the frame displayed from “green (normal)” to “red (low),” notifying you in advance that it’s time to replace the battery. This prevents sudden battery depletion during use. The auto-sleep function automatically turns off the LCD after 1 minute of inactivity, saving battery power. Furthermore, it features a power switch that completely disconnects the battery when stored. Equipped with a function to correct slight errors caused by attaching and detaching the probe, calibration (zero point adjustment) can be easily completed using the included calibration gauge and the button on the main unit. The exterior parts of this gauge are produced using a 3D printer and due to this manufacturing process, layer lines and unevenness may be visible on the surface, but this does not affect the quality or function.

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