Intech have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming ERSC-10 1/10th scale 4WD short course truck. No further information are available yet but it is understood that the truck is based off of the BR-6E 1/8th 4WD buggy and it will hit stores in January 2015. We bring you more information as soon as they become available.
Source: Intech [intechracing.com]
Chris Grainger has announced that he will be departing Schumacher Racing at the end of 2014. Chris has been at Schumacher for 6 seasons, and during that time has seen great successes, including lifting three UK National titles, and securing a World Championship A final place in 2012. Chris said:
To all my RC friends. I just wanted to let everyone know that as from December 31st I will no longer be driving for Schumacher racing. I want to just say thank you so much to everyone in the factory who have made the last 6 years the best and most enjoyable 6 years of all my years racing. Thank you all very much.
More news will follow soon regarding Chris’ plans for 2015 and beyond.
Source: Oli Meggitt
Following our exclusive making off story featuring Xray’s new X1 formula car we now have all details available about the company’s first formula pan car kit. Developed by Martin Hudy in cooperation with Francesco Martini and Jan Ratheisky, with the latter winning the 2014 ETS Formula class title using the prototype car, the vehicle is based on a super narrow 2.5mm carbon fibre chassis with optimised torsional flex to make for highest possible corner speeds and maximised traction.
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Italian company B-Racing in collaboration with Pirani RC release a new line of option parts for 1/5th scale racing models. First up is a light weight clutch and clutch bell, suitable with many 1/5th cars and also Mecatetech, Genius and Harm when used with a low profile clutch. Also new are shock parts like aluminium hard coated lower ball cups, shock spring retainers and shock spring adjusting nuts.
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The Kyosho Fazer VE-X Lancer Evolution RTR kit is based on the popular Fazer shaft-driven 4WD entry-level chassis and it features a sturdy tub chassis frame, permanent all-wheel drive, full ball bearings and grippy rally tread tyres. The car is powered by a waterproof Team Orion brushless system and it comes factory assembled including a waterproof KS-204WP steering servo. The set is rounded out by a 2.4GHz radio system, a 1800mAh Team Orion Rocket Pack NiMH battery, a wall charger and a pre-painted bodyshell in red or white colour.
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Following a medium-size oil bottle bag Hudy now also introduce a large bag to store shock, differential and air filter oils in. Measuring 22x17x16cm the bag is ideal for Hudy’s large oil bottles and it features fully cushioned and reinforced walls, flashy graphics and a sturdy zipper to keep the bag securely closed during storage and transportation.
Source: Hudy [hudy.net]
Italian company WRC soon have their new GTX 1/8th nitro on-road car available. We do not have any more information than the teaser image but expect detailed features and specifications to surface soon.
Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]
Hiro Seiko introduce transmitter screen protectors for a range of high-end transmitters. Made from a multi layer Japan-made material the protectors are ultra clear and they offer a hard-coat protection against scratches and fingerprints. The pre-cut sheets are available for the Futaba 4PX, KO Propo EX-1 KIY and Sanwa M12 with more transmitters to follow shortly.
Source: Hiro Seiko [hiro-seiko.com]
