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July 5, 2016

MR33 190mm touring car rear wing & alloy car stand

Coming from MR33 are the pre-cut version 2 rear wing for 190mm touring car bodyshells as well as an on-road car stand. Starting with the wing, the part is made using sturdy 0.7mm high-quality polycarbonate material and its shape makes for high downforce, improving corner speed significantly. The wing is cut to maximum dimensions with a second trimline for the depth and two additional height settings already moulded in for easy adaption to the track rules or personal preferences. Included come two pre-cut 20x40mm end plates.

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July 5, 2016

Miguel Matias powered by Maxima Mx through to 2017

Miguel Mathias powered by Maxima Mx through to 2017

Maxima Mx Europe have announced the signing of former European Champion, Miguel Matias to their team. The 13-times Portuguese 1/8th off-road National Champion and World Championship runner-up will use Maxima Mx engines, coupled to Hipex exhaust systems, from now on and through to the end of 2017. His campaign will start at this week’s EFRA European Championship A in Redovan, Spain and Miguel has the following to say about the deal:

For the remaining year and for 2017 I will be driving Maxima Engines, a brand that doesn’t need any presentation with many top drivers and good results on its history. For now all I can say is that it looks very promising and I hope to achieve good results in a near future and help the team achieve even better performance with their products. This weekend I will have my first big test at the Euros, I am anxious, excited and super motivated to put to the test my new package against other top drivers. if anyone at the track needs help or any feedback about the products don’t hesitate to come to me, I will do my best to help in any way I can.

Source: Maxima Mx Europe [facebook.com]

July 4, 2016

Samix SCX10 aluminium front cross brace

Samix have introduced an aluminium front cross brace for the Axial SCX10 truck. Machined from aluminium and coming with laser-etched Samix logos and in a range of colours including orange, gun metal, green and black, the brace is a direct fit and it provides improved front end rigidity while also making for some visual impact.

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July 4, 2016

X-Act Pro 8 Italia .21 8-port nitro engine

X-Act have introduced their all-new Pro 8 Italia 8-port .21 nitro off-road engine. Built by Novarossi using high-quality components and specced to X-Acts needs, the 8-port piston and liner engine will provide high power output all the way from bottom end to top end with impressive maximum RPM. Allied with a typical Novarossi 24069 carburettor this makes for a very easy to live with power plant that will work well on a variety of tracks in both buggy and truggy classes.

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July 4, 2016

Revolution Design Racing Products Ultra Tire Cleaner

Revolution Design Racing Products have introduced their all-new Ultra Tire Cleaner. A special chemical to remove residue from tyre moulding and production, the product is best used to clean both the tyre bead and also the contact surfaces of the rim in order to remove oils, greases and dust, all of which can prevent any tyre glue from bonding properly. The chemical can also be used as a tyre cleaner before applying tyre additive, removing dust, dirt and collected rubber. The cleaner comes in a handy pump-style bottle for easy, convenient and safe application by just pressing down the upper part of the bottle using a towel or paper rag.

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July 4, 2016

Alexander Hagberg joins T-Works

T-Works have announced the signing of Sweden’s Alexander Hagberg. The Xray factory driver will use T-Works’ tools and accessories to build and equip his rides and he has the following to say about the deal:

I am very happy to join the T-Works team. This brand offers me an arsenal of useful and innovative tools as well as accessories, which helps me bring my racing program to next level!

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

July 3, 2016

Hot Race Tyres Amazzonia 1/8th buggy tyre

Italian company Hot Race Tyres have introduced the new Amazzonia 1/8th buggy tyre. The small pin tread makes for an overall low weight in combination with an exceptional wear rate, even when using soft compounds. The tyre is best used in high-wear and low-grip track conditions and it is available in hard, medium soft and super-soft rubber from end of July with a first batch being on sale track side at the forthcoming 1/8th Nitro Buggy Euros in Spain.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

July 3, 2016

MIP TLR 22 17.5 Race top shaft

MIP have introduced the 17.5 Race top shaft for the TLR 22 line of vehicles. Coming in an all-aluminium design made from 7075-T6 material the shaft scrubs about 25 percent of weight compared to the standard part while also sporting a reduced gear contact patch for less overall drag. The 1-piece design furthermore improves durability with the included 4mm nut topping off the design while also doing away with the original top shaft spacer. The shaft is usage for all 22-series vehicles including the buggy, truck and SCT.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]