Infinity has released this Light Weight Aluminium Center Bulk Set for their 1:10 Nitro Onroad offerings the IF15-2 and IF15-2W. The use of 7075-T6 material and its slim profile make it both lightweight and highly rigid. Securely fastens the main chassis to the upper deck for more stable running on all surfaces.
Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]
Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines has released two brand new 1:8 Offroad engines. Claiming ‘the “X” revolution starts today’, the X3B and the X5B are the result of intense research and technological development and of the experience gained with their drivers on tracks all over the World. While issuing external images of the 3 port and 5 port engines, Nova hasn’t shown any images of their latest 3.5cc power units internals.
Hotrace Tyres has just presented their new T-foam for 1:12 along with a new soft rim exclusively for the new foam. After extensive testing with their leading team driver & former 1:12 World Champion Alexander Hagberg, the Italian company has developed the T-foam compound to be super good in low to medium grip conditions and also good for CRC carpets. The T-foam compound will be available on the standard rim and their new soft rim, the soft rim is only available with the T-foam compound.
Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]
Capricorn has released these new optional aluminium Shock Spring Retainers for their LAB GT2 1:8 GT Onroad platform. Suitable for use on both the nitro and electric version, they are finished in the Italian manufacturer’s trade mark red anodising, and as well as giving the LAB GT2 a much cooler look, the new retainers guarantee a lighter shock weight.
Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]
RC Atomic driver Jose Pequito completed a title double at the PNWC to be crowned World Champion of 2WD Mod and Pan Open classes at the 1:28 scale event. Taking place in Vélizy Villacoublay, France, the 2024 PNWC attracted 270 entries made up of 130 drivers from 19 counties, but it was Portuguese driver Pequito who came away the biggest winner. In 2WD Mod, he would take the title ahead of French RTRC driver Guillaume Loie with American John Dickson completing the podium. It was the same trio who would make up the podium also in Mod Open, Dickson managing 2nd ahead of Loie. Close to a hat trick of titles, Pequito would finish 2nd in AWD Mod, with that title going to RTRC driver Thomas Robin from France with Clement Coquel completing the podium.
Image: MOD Media [Facebook]
Hong Kong based 1:28 specialists GL Racing has released its new GL Formula One having spent almost 2 years from originating the idea, designing the chassis and to finally completing it. This newly designed F1 incorporates some innovative features that have not been used in mini F1 in the market. The chassis has a four independent dampers suspension system with double arms front suspension and the rear camber and toe in adjustable. With a Gearbox transmission system and ball differential, the Ultra low CG chassis is compatible to both hard and lexan body shells, the chassis kit not including a body. GL Racing have also designed new low profile rims for the car.
Xray has unveiled its latest 1:10 2WD Competition buggy with the release of the 2025 iteration of its XB2 platform. Available in both Carpet and Dirt editions, the platform features a thinner 2.0mm aluminium one-piece chassis which improves traction while a Unified mid-length chassis balances rear traction & steering response. The rear chassis section has been widened to improve stability and a new unique Flat Chassis Brace adds tunable flex control. Redesigned RF (C) arm holder integrates with Flat Chassis Brace. Updated longer side guards extend flex control & include a new fan mount position. The new 3G gearbox has been updated for the lower chassis brace and the buggy also get a new lowered motor mount. An Aluminum rear roll center holder adds a 3rd roll center position & clearance for the rear anti-roll bar collar. Other updates include shorter front arms for improved handling characteristics while redesigned rear arms add a 3rd shock mounting location for additional tuning options.
View the full XB2’25 presentation here
Italy’s Fenix Racing has released this Large Lipo Conversion Kit for its Pro10 chassis, the G56.2. This is aimed at drivers that want more run time in the standard class or more power in Mod class. The kit allows you to use standard Touring lipo in traverse mode in the G56.2 and works with both the SWB chassis and SSWB chassis, with standard and low cg lipo.
View conservation kit assembled & fitted here
