To commemorate their World Championship title victory last October in Australia, Hong Nor has released a special T-shirt to mark the success. Germany’s Toni Gruber gave the Taiwanese manufacturer its first ever IFMAR World Champion title when he won his first World title at the 1:8 GT World Championship with an absolutely dominant and perfectly executed drive in Sydney with his X3GTS ’23 WC Edition.
Source: Hong Nor [hongnor-racing.com]
Shepherd Micro Racing’s Lars Hoppe took the win at the second round of the Euro Nitro Series, the German winning the final in Aigen, Austria, ahead of reigning Champion Toni Gruber. In qualifying it was the Mugen Seiki of 2024 Championship leader Simon Kurzbuck who took the TQ. Winner of the season opener in Ettlingen, Germany, the former World Champion topped 3 of the 4 qualifiers with Hoppe the only other driver to top a round with the fastest time in Q2 to secure P2 on the grid. In the 45-minute final, Kurzbuch looked to have the race under control leading from Hoppe and the Capricorn of third place qualifier Gruber however the Swiss driver’s engine would stop approaching the 20-minute mark. Taking over the lead, Kurzbuch losing over 4-minutes in the pits, Hoppe would see off the challenge of Gruber eventually winning by 3/4 of a lap from the Gruber with the Infinity of Teemu Leino completing the podium a further 8-seconds back. Kurzbuch would finish P8. In 1:10 it was the Infinity of Jilles Groskamp who took the win from the TQ spot ahead of the Capricorn of reigning Champion & Round 1 winner Melvin Diekmann. Infinity’s Milan Holthuis completed the podium.
Image: Lars Hoppe [Facebook]
Italian bodyshell producer Mon-tech Racing has introduced SBS (Silent Body Spacers) for racers tired of annoying rattles and vibrations in their bodyshell. This new accessory eliminates unwanted noise and vibrations for a smoother, more enjoyable ride. Made from soft neoprene, SBS spacers simply insert into the body posts of your RC car, effectively cushioning your bodyshell and preventing those irritating rattles. They are available in convenient blister packs of 8 pieces.
After its recent run of upgrade parts releases for the Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy, Germany’s Revolution Design is now offering a driver accessory with the release if its new Race Team Hat. This stylish cap features an elegant black design with the RDRP logo in 3D embroidery on the front. Additionally, the side of the cap is adorned with the RDRP logo, providing a high-quality and professional look. Whether at the racetrack or in everyday life, this cap shows your support for the Revolution Design Race Team while keeping you looking sharp.
Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]
New from Amain Hobbies brand EcoPower are this trio of RC tool sets. First of these is 7-Piece ¼” Hex & Nut Driver Set which adds a 0.050 hex driver and a 4mm nut driver to the previous 5-piece set. The new set features lightweight machined aluminium .050mm, 1.5mm, 2.0mm, 2.5mm Hex Drivers and 4mm, 5.5mm, and 7mm Nut Drivers stored in a compact holding capsule for easy access to use with the quick release chuck. A 5-piece RC Essential Tool Set is brand new to the EcoPower line and includes precision 1.5mm, 2.0mm, and 2.5mm hex drivers along with 5.5mm and 7mm nut drivers. Designed for durability and ease of use, these tools are crafted to withstand rigorous RC building and maintenance with comfortable ergonomic handles. Last of the trio is 4-Piece Metric Hex Nut Driver Tool Set is titanium nitride coded and features lightweight and durable aluminium non-slip grip handles with bold laser etched sizes for easy identification. This set includes 1.5mm, 2.0mm, and 2.5mm Hex Drivers and a 7mm Nut Driver in a beautiful gold finish.
New from Xray for its X4 1:10 Electric Touring Car is an Extra Soft CFF (Carbon Fibre Fusion) Upper Arm. The extra soft arm with thinner carbon generates more mechanical traction of the car and improves side traction. While the softer arm is slightly more fragile, it is recommended for very low & low traction asphalt and carpet tracks. The upper arm shape conforms around the inner shock position for proper clearance without compromising strength and improve steering and both forward traction and lateral traction. This design improves durability and eliminates radial play for maximum precision and control from the upper arms.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
MonacoRC has released a new Carbon Look Tire Sidewall Electric Gluer which its says it ready to revolutionise your track experience with its incredible practicality. This tool is designed to be your perfect ally, ensuring efficiency and style in an extremely compact format. Small, lightweight, and compact, it measures just 5.5 x 5.5 x 2.5 cm making it easy to carry as it takes up very little space in your racing gear. Despite being 3D printed, the case features a carbon look finish that gives it a sleek and professional appearance. The wheel dragger is cleverly housed within the same case, allowing for neat and protected transport and activation is done via a switch integrated into the case, maintaining a clean design without protruding elements. Operating with a C123 battery (not included) that ensures long-lasting performance and easy replacement the Carbon Look Tyre Sidewall Electric Gluer is ideal for those who need an effective device to always carry with them, without the weight and bulk of traditional track tools.
In its latest product release, OfficinaRC has added this Titan Body Tuck Screw intended for the Awesomatix A800 1:10 Electric Touring Car. When attention to detail makes all the difference, OfficinaRC offers the highest quality and performance with the screw produced in Italy from certified titanium. Titanium offers superior strength and lightness, improving your model’s performance. A refined look that sets your model apart from others, being produced to high-quality standards ensures long-lasting durability and consistent performance.
Source: Monaco RC [monacorc.com]
