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December 28, 2023

Hobbywing LCD Program Box Pro

Capping off a year in which all four electric World Championship title winners used it products, Hobbywing has released a new LCD Program Box Pro. With multiple functions and easy operation, the new box gets an upgraded 2.8-inch display which support 20 levels brightness adjustment. A new single Roller interface makes navigating a speed controller’s setting easier than ever. As an independent parameter adjustment device, the Program Box Pro allows you to directly use the built-in LCD screen to display, set, and share ESC parameters. Connect the ESC to a computer using a USB adapter and use the USB Link application software on the computer to upgrade the ESC firmware and set parameters. With the OTA Bluetooth module to establish wireless connection with your smartphone, you can use the mobile APP to set ESC parameters, upgrade firmware, and read data. Another feature of the box is it can detect the overall voltage of the lithium battery and the individual voltage of each cell. The scope of application can also be understood by previous ESCs that the old LCD G2 program box and OTA Bluetooth module supported.

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December 27, 2023

Battle to have a go at 1:8 Onroad with Capricorn

Former 1:8 Offroad World Champion Robert Battle is to try his hand at 1:8 Onroad racing in 2024 with the news the Spaniard has done a deal with one of the categories specialist manufacturers Capricorn. While Battle’s focus is still on his 1:8 Offroad programme with Mayako, he will fit in some onroad racing as he gets to take on the sport’s original category which is something that has intrigued him for some time. Commenting on the announcement from the Italian manufacturer, Battle said, “I’m glad to be part of a pure on road brand like Capricorn, I always said 1:8 onroad was a class to drive soon or later so this year all come true. We will do as many races we will be able due to Offroad Calendar, I’m sure I will learn a lot and also have fun like a kid thank you so much to Capricorn for that opportunity, I will let you all know soon all Package!”

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

December 27, 2023

Tebo and Mayako part ways

Having announced earlier this year that 2023 would be his final year as a professional driver, Jared Tebo and Mayako have announced they are to part ways after just one year. On signing with Mayako, the America racer was announced in a dual role as both an international team driver and Mayako USA Community Manager. Through his JTP RC business Tebo was also selling Mayako products. In a post on social media, Mayako said, ‘Mayako and Jared Tebo will part ways at the end of 2023. Mayako would like to thank Jared for the past year and wish him the best in the next stages of his career! His insight and interaction with the Community have really shown the knowledge built up over his excellent career! Good luck in the future Jared!’ On his own personal Facebook page Tebo wrote, ‘Holy smokes has 2023 been a year. I need to announce that my time working together with Mayako has come to an end. Definitely not the way I thought it would turn out, but we gave it a good try, and I’m proud of that. This year has been one of my toughest and most challenging years mentally, for a lot of different reasons. I’ll say it was a big transition year, with different surprises. I decided to retire from professional RC car racing, something I’ve done since I was 14 years old. That’s been my “identity” for over half my life. With that, I’ve had so many mixed emotions, good and bad, happy and sad. 2024 will look a lot different … new experiences, new challenges, new adventures await!

Source: Mayako & Jared Tebo [Facebook]

December 27, 2023

Yokomo BD12 US spec Alu chassis | Body Mounts

New from Yokomo for the 2024 season is this aluminium main chassis for its BD12 1:10 Electric Touring Car. It is a highly rigid US specification with little wall removal, making it ideal for high-grip carpeted surfaces. The centre of gravity is lowered, which is also effective as a high-side countermeasure. The Japanese manufacturer also has new horizontal body mounts compatible with rear body posts that protrude rearward, such as BD12, these mounting parts reliably receive downforce and increase rear traction. Compatible with Twister/Twister Special bodies, the mounting parts are secured to the body using the wing fixing screws. Offset can be adjusted by using the fixing direction of the parts and the included spacers. The height of the body can also be fine-tuned by adjusting spacers on the body post side, such as BD12. This optional part is highly beneficial for race users as it can minimise problems caused by body damage due to crashes, etc.

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December 26, 2023

Yokomo Esprit RPM Motor 27T reissue

Yokomo has announced that in conjunction with the reissue of the Super Dogfighter 1:10 Buggy, the Esprit RPM motor that was very active in the off-road scene in the 80’s is also being revived. The pink labelling that recalls the image of Yokomo at the time has been perfectly reproduced, and of course, it is the perfect match when mounted on the Super Dogfighter. You can drive the Super Dogfighter as if it were a Yokomo works machine. At the time of its release, the motor was a small-turn modified motor, but this new release is a 27-turn brushed motor to meet modern conditions. Use this motor as a companion for your Super Dogfighter and you will be able to bring back the images of the 80’s.

View fitted to Super Dogfighter here

December 26, 2023

Power HD signs 1:8 onroad racer Ermen

Power HD has announced the signing of top Dutch 1:8 nitro onroad racer John Ermen to their factory team. Having only announced last week a new radio sponsor in FlySky, the 6-time Dutch Champion and multiple European finalist will use Power HD high end servo GTS-3 for throttle/brake and servo GTS-6 for steering, which is compatible with Flysky Noble Pro radio, to setup the servo parameter and monitor servo usage condition. On the announcement Ermen said, ‘I would like to thank Power HD to give me the opportunity to race for them. I tried the servos and I’m really impressive with servos’ performance and quality. I am excited to be on the team and will represent Power HD in track.’

Source: PowerHD [chd.hk]

December 22, 2023

RUDDOG 2.4GHz 4-Channel Receiver

New from RUDDOG is their RR492 2.4GHz 4-channel FH5 receiver that has been specially developed for compatibility with selected latest generation Sanwa remote controls. The RR492 is the ideal choice for anyone looking for an affordable but high quality alternative Receiver for their Sanwa remote control. Compatible with the Sanwa M17, MT-5 and MT-R transmitters, it supports both FH5 and FH5U to seamlessly works with select Sanwa radio systems. With a compact and lightweight design it is only 18.5 x 20.5 x 28.0 mm and weighs just 5 grams.

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December 22, 2023

Senesi leaves Xray

1:8 GT Specialist and World Championship finalist Natanaele Senesi has announced he is leaving Xray after just one year with the Slovakian manufacturer. Taking the GTX8 to fourth place having topped a round of qualifying at the recent World Championship in Sydney, Australia, the Italian had done a lot of own development work on the car and appears this is one of the reasons for both parties having decided not to continue into 2024. On his social media he posted, ‘Here it ends. After only one year with XRAY both the company and I have decided to parts away. I think that this season we really showed the potential of the cars, but after trying to develop and doing my best to improve the car even more I found myself very tight in the team. For this reason I decided to not continue with the brand and move on. In this cases you should ready “stay tuned for an announcement”, but no announcement this time since I decide to don’t team up with any brand that knocked at my door. What does this mean? Well… stay tuned to discover on what we are working. Now I need to rest and prepare for the next season. Cheers Guys!’

Source: Natanaele Senesi [Facebook]