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January 21, 2026

Xray X4 ’26 1.2mm Spring Steel Chassis

Xray has released for its X4 ’26 1:10 Electric Touring Car this 1.2mm thick steel chassis made from world-renowned Hudy Spring Steel material. Creating unique handling characteristics and outstanding durability, it is suitable for medium to high traction carpet & high traction asphalt tracks. The increased weight makes for an ultra-low CG, which improves stability and consistency in all conditions. The car will be especially stable over curbs and dots with traction rolling tendencies significantly decreased. The narrow chassis is 84mm wide with tapered bottom edge of the chassis to reduce contact between the chassis and the ground during cornering to improve speed.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 20, 2026

LRP Star WorksTeam Zip Hoodie

To kick off the new season, electronics brand LRP has released a new Star WorksTeam Zip Hoodie. The hoodie brings one of the most legendary design elements in LRP history into a modern, everyday-ready look. Built on the heritage of the Star WorksTeam Shirts, it represents the perfect fusion of tradition, evolution and racing identity. Finished in the distinctive deep LRP Signature Rich Blue, the hoodie immediately stands out as a true LRP statement. The classic Star design continues its evolution, staying true to its roots while delivering a clean and contemporary appearance. The contrasting white zipper adds a strong visual accent and underlines the premium, race-inspired look. The high-quality zip hoodie is made from 42% cotton, 53% polyester, and 5% other fibers, it offers a balanced combination of comfort, durability, and shape retention. The full-length zipper adds flexibility and makes the hoodie easy to wear open or fully closed, adapting instantly to changing conditions.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

January 20, 2026

Urbain wins 2026 ‘Charity Race’

The biggest winner is always the charities the race continues to raise money for each year, but the 2026 records will show Awesomatix’s Lucas Urbain took victory at the 15th running of the annual Charity Race in Scandiano, Italy. The French driver would secure the TQ honours on tie break with Xray’s Filippo Domanin as they each recorded two TQ runs over the four qualifiers. Multiple 1:8 Onroad World Champion Dario Balestri completed the Top 3 on the grid for Infinity ahead of Luca Romagnoli and Alessio Menicucci. Urbain would go on to take the overall win with victories in A1 & 2 while A3 victory would secure Balestri second on the podium ahead of Domanin. In 17.5 Stock Nico Catelani took the TQ and win for Infinity.

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January 20, 2026

VP-Pro Universal 1:8 Buggy Body

Chinese tyre and accessories manufacturer VP-Pro, who recently announced the signing of leading offroad racer Berkan Kilic, has release this universal body shell for 1:8 Buggy. Its design features an integrated shark fin on the cab and helps add stability and increases high speed handling. It’s low-slung design also features a laid-back windshield and long centre fin for better stability and side bite. Made from high-quality clear polycarbonate with protective film and available in lightweight 0.8mm thickness, the body comes with window masks for painting and official VP-Pro decals.

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January 20, 2026

SMJ 40g Tungsten Balance Weight

Adding to its range of Tungsten Balance Weights, Japan’s SMJ has introduced this 40 gram version designed for adjusting weight distribution when using a shorty battery in electric touring cars. For optimal use they recommend using one weight in front of the battery and one behind it (a total of 80 grams).

Source: SMJ [smj-rc.com]

January 20, 2026

SkyRC GD-401A Drift Car Gyro

SkyRC has announced the release of its new GD-401A drift car gyro, designed specifically for rear-wheel-drive (RWD) platforms but fully compatible with touring, rally, and short course vehicles. At its core, the GD-401A features a 32-bit processor working seamlessly with a high-precision gyro sensor to deliver ultra-fast correction and smooth, natural control. The unit offers nine pre-tuned sensitivity curves accessible via a single button, allowing drivers to quickly adapt to different surfaces and driving styles. A standout feature is the intuitive EPA (End Point Adjustment) function, enabling precise servo travel tuning within its 180° range to prevent oversteer or wheel interference. The one-touch reverse setup makes installation frustration-free when control logic flips due to chassis orientation. Housed in a CNC-machined aluminium case for optimal rigidity and heat dissipation, GD-401A combines performance and refinement in an ultra-compact footprint that virtually disappears into the chassis.

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January 19, 2026

Takashima D-13 1.1mm Spring Steel Chassis

Following the successful release of their 1.2mm spring steel touring car chassis, Takashima D-13 continues to push development forward with the introduction of a new 1.1mm spring steel chassis. By utilising 120-degree ultra-low profile M3 countersunk screws, the new 1.1mm chassis uses exactly the same hardware as the 1.2mm version. This smart design choice allows drivers to upgrade without the need to purchase additional screws, keeping costs to a minimum. The main features of the 1.1mm spring steel chassis include Reduced Weight. With the same chassis layout, a 0.1mm reduction in thickness results in a weight saving of approximately 10–15 grams, depending on the platform. Another benefit is increased chassis flex with extensive laboratory testing combined with real-world track testing has showing that the 1.1mm chassis offers increased flex, delivering improved chassis flow and overall handling, especially on lower grip conditions. Another feature is Predictable flex behaviour. Both the 1.1mm and 1.2mm chassis share identical outer dimensions and the same cut-out design for each platform. This ensures a similar flex trend between the two options, allowing drivers to easily predict handling changes when switching thicknesses. With the chassis thickness reduced by a further 0.1mm, the overall centre of gravity is lowered again, contributing to improved on-track performance. These make the 1.1mm spring steel chassis is an excellent choice for medium to low grip tracks and low-power Stock class racing. With this latest development, Takashima D-13 continues to deliver some of the lowest centre of gravity chassis options available worldwide.

Source: Target RC [targetrc.com]

January 19, 2026

T-Works 1:10 Touring Car Bag

New from T-Works comes this new bag intended for 1:10 Touring Car racers. This 2-in-1 hand-and-shoulder bag strikes a perfect balance between utility and portability, and takes the hassle out of travel organisation. Measuring 50cm L X 20cm Wide X 30cm Tall, it features a dual-compartment design. The upper section is tailor-sized for 1:10 touring car offering full protection against scratches and impacts. The lower compartment boasts ample space for all your on-the-go essentials with built-in dividers enabling further subdivision, ensuring neat arrangement, easy access, and maximum space utilisation. Equipped with a detachable shoulder strap, a luggage strap on the back attaches securely to trolley handles, making it ideal for various scenarios.

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