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November 1, 2017

Cole Ogden and Mugen part ways

The Silly Season is starting to heat up and the next superstar driver to swap teams is Cole Ogden, who announced his departure from long-time sponsors Mugen on social media. Winner of countless high-class events, Cole has yet to announce his new home and in the meantime he had the following to say:

As of today, all great things must come to an end. With having such great success with Mugen cars over the past couple of years, I can’t say anything but great things about their cars, and it was awesome to be apart of their racing program. Although the last 2 years have flown by like it’s nothing, I have mutually parted ways with Mugen Seki Racing.

With that being said, I would like to thank everyone at Mugen for their support over the last 2 years. I’ve definitely had great times racing alongside some of the industries absolute best guys like Adam Drake, Ryan Maifield and Robert Battle! Such a humbling experience that I thoroughly enjoyed, and I would like to thank Kris Moore, Adam Drake and Tim Long for having me along for the ride over these last couple years! I wish them the best for the future and on to the next chapter.

November 1, 2017

Joe Pillars leaves Kyosho

Kyosho America has announced the departure of long-term US team manager, Joe Pillars. Member of the company’s US squad for more than a decade, Joe has helped the US team to achieve many national and international titles including multiple World Championships. While we still await Joe’s personal statement, Kyosho America posted the following on social media:

Joe Pillars, the Team Manager for Kyosho America’s racing efforts in the US and for the US members of the Kyosho International team, has left Kyosho. Joe has been a valued, professional and enthusiastic member of the Kyosho America team for more than a decade, helping to delivery numerous National and World Championship titles for Kyosho. It’s with humble gratitude that the Kyosho staff would like to thank Joe Pillars for his dedication and tremendous efforts on behalf of Kyosho, and wish him the best in his future endeavors.

November 1, 2017

Bezerk RC B64 top decks, shock towers & steering plates

Bezerk RC have introduced a range of carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated B64 range of buggies. First is a carbon front topdeck in solid heavy duty or a light version. Both are made using quality 2.5mm carbon fibre and they come with a neat spacer to fit underneath the front section for better support when tightening. The decks are countersunk at the front to accept the standard screws. Next are middle camberlink length option towers in a single standard front height, and three rear options of tall, standard height and high roll centre. Lastly are the 0/6 degree steering plates. Bezerk have had 3/9 deg variants available for some time and the new option fits nicely in-between, giving racers every step needed in two steering plates. Every 1mm added to the rack subtracts 1 degree, so racers have everything from -2 deg to 9 degrees of Ackermann adjustment.

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November 1, 2017

Exotek release new TLR 22 4.0 & YZ-2 optionals

Coming from Exotek are new optional parts for the TLR 22 4.0 and Yokomo YZ-2 2WD buggies. Starting with the TLR-related parts, first up is the Flite motor plate with spur gear guard for all laydown converted 4.0 kits. The vented 7075 aluminium motor plate is of a lightweight design for a lower centre of gravity while vent openings ensure improved airflow and thus motor cooling. The integrated spur shield keeps the body from rubbing the spur gear which could destroy the spur gear and body paint.

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November 1, 2017

Traxxas show 2018 TRX-4 options at SEMA

During this week’s SEMA, the largest aftermarket automotive trade show in the world, taking place in Las Vegas, Traxxas unveils several 2018 product releases such as the 1979 Ford Bronco body kit. The body will be getting the full Traxxas treatment with scale realism including moulded chrome grill, body side trim, and bumpers. It is also equipped with side mirrors and provisions for scale lighting. It can be customised even further with the optional rear spare tyre carrier and chrome push bar.

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November 1, 2017

PR Racing PRS1V3 low-profile body shell

PR Racing have introduced a new low-profile body shell for the PRS1V3 2WD buggy. With its special design the body is about 35 percent lower than the standard lid, which lowers the overall centre of gravity for improved rotation on high-speed tracks while also scrubbing weight thanks to the lightweight polycarbonate material used. With its optimised airflow the body also increases overall stability and it is a direct fit on the S1V3 FM kit.

Source: PR Racing [pr-rc.com]

November 1, 2017

Samix TRX-4 brass hub carriers

Samix are busy adding more brass option parts for the Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck to their portfolio. The latest in the line are brass hub carriers that replace the standard composite parts with heavier and more durable items. Weighing in at 82g for a pair the brass hubs will lower the overall centre of gravity while shifting the weight bias towards the front for improved climb performance. The parts come machined from high-quality material and they sport a black coated surface for wear and looks.

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October 31, 2017

BMT 701 Evo aluminium main chassis plate

Coming from Italian company BMT is the Evo aluminium main chassis plate for the 701 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road car. The chassis is 1mm longer and it features a stiffer rear area and smaller openings under the engine section for optimised flex characteristics. The updates will result in improved stability and increased corner speeds.

Source: BMT [bmt-team.com]