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February 2, 2013

Hupo Honigl joins Dualsky

Multiple European Champion Hupo Honigl has signed a multi year deal to run for Dualsky. The Austrian Durango driver will use the company’s range of speedos and motors to power his buggies and 1/12th scale vehicles. Expect to see Hupo running the new electronics at all major events this year including the Worlds, Euros, EOS and other selected events. He had this to say about the deal:

During the winter I did a lot of private tests with different electronics and very fast it became clear that Dualsky performed the best. The motor and speedo have amazing power but also amazingly smooth feel, while the brakes are just perfect. I would like to say thank you to Chasel from Dualsky for giving me the opportunity to run for this new company. Also I’m happy that Roega Technik will distribute their Track & Field products in Germany and Hoeco HandelsGesmbH in Austria.

Source: Dualsky [dualsky.com]

February 1, 2013

Protoform Gen3-D body shell

The Gen3-D is Protoform’s latest offering for the RC oval racer and enthusiast. The NASCAR Nationwide Series has developed a car that is totally unique, with the nose and grill area reflecting more detail and brand identity than in previous years. The Protoform Gen 3-D even shares the “kicked-up” rear quarter panels seen on the 1:1 racers, increasing downforce without the penalty of an oversized spoiler. It also features an add-on blade spoiler and a double step splitter/spoiler on the front valance. The left side still features a bumped out area for added battery clearance and left side weight bias and the rear window/trunk rail has been enlarged just like the 1:1 racer. The “Gen3-D” is produced with the best in quality .030 polycarbonate. It’s equipped with spoiler mounting hardware, protective film, window masks and a decal sheet. This body will also fit most popular 200mm sedan chassis.

View more images of the body here

February 1, 2013

DE Borrego SC wheel for Durango trucks

DE Racing have introduced a Borrego SC wheel for use on both the Team Durango DESC210 and DESC410 short course trucks. Modeled after their 1/10 buggy line, these wheels feature the realistic scale appearance of a beadlock wheel with mud cover, and can be used with their optional sticker disks to give a new level of color customizing. They have been offset +2.5mm from a stock Durango wheel and this added 5mm track width and modified steering scrub radius make the car more predictable and easy to drive. Available in black, silver, white & yellow.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

February 1, 2013

Adrian Berntsen re-signs to Xray for 2013

Xray have announced that the European Junior champion Adrian Berntsen will race the 2013 season with the Xray team. Adrian has started the 2013 season with a big style with TQ and win at the DHI Cup. He had this to say about the deal:

I’m really happy to re-sign my contract with Xray and continue to use Xray high-quality products throughout the next seasons. After coming back to Xray, I’ve achieved my best international results ever, by ending 5th at ETS Germany 2012, 3rd at Charity Race 2012 and taking my first ever international win at DHI-Cup 2013. I can’t wait to continue cooperate with the best R&D team throughout the next seasons and hopefully achieve many more nice results.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 31, 2013

Muchmore to power Marc Rheinard through 2014

Three time ISTC World Champion Marc Rheinard has re-signed with Muchmore Racing for the 2013-2014 season. In addition to using the company’ chargers, tire warmers and other accessories, Marc will now also use their new line of Fleta 4 ESC and ZX motors. Marc Rheinard had this to say:

First of all I must thank Speedpassion and especially Wilson for the great support over the last 5 years. We had an amazing time winning many races, the highlight being able to win 2 IFMAR World Championship titles back to back. The support and quality of their products was always perfect. Now however it is time for a change. Having been supported by Muchmore Racing, using their chargers, tyre warmers and other accessories for many years, I am really excited about racing with their new Fleta 4 ESC and Fleta ZX Motors. Muchmore Racing have always produced high quality products and since getting my first sponsorship from Muchmore Racing I have build up a really good friendship with their president Mr. Jang. I have already had an opportunity to run the new Fleta 4 ESC and Fleta ZX Motors and was impressed by their performance so I am really looking forward to this new partnership and to the prospects of achieving good results together over the coming seasons.

Source: Much More [muchmoreracing.net]

January 31, 2013

C.Andy’s AHA race management system

C.Andy's AHA race management system

C.Andy’s have produced this AHA race management system for clubs and event/series organisers. The system places a small circuit board between the LiPo and the ESC which limits the electricity delivered to the ESC. The amount can be easily programmed by the organiser and easily checked through the use of LEDs. If the racer uses too much power the system will blink red and the driver wont pass post race scrutiny. The idea is to equalise the power from different ESCs, batteries and motors for example if you are using too much timing, you will use more power.

Source: C.Andy’s [rccarprototypes.de]

January 30, 2013

Novarossi Keep-Off .21-4 & .21-7XL

Along with releasing their new Virtus Power .21 on road engine, Novarossi have also introduced two new offroad .21 engines, the Keep-Off .21-4 and the Keep-Off .21-7XL. Similar to the Keep-On engine released last year the Keep-Off motors sport the patented new main ball bearing which reduces rotating inertia and increases the engines scavenging. The new bearing features a narrower centre bearing ring than the outer ring, the result of which is increased throttle response and a higher top speed. Both motors, a 4-port and a 7-port comes with ceramic/steel ball bearings but are also available with all ceramic bearings.

View the .21-4 engine here

January 30, 2013

Giuseppe D’Angelo tire additive

Giuseppe D'Angelo tire additive

Top Italian on road racer Giuseppe D’Angelo has released his own line of additive, the result of numerous laboratory tests and track testing. The main characteristics of this additive are increased grip & traction while at the same time remarkable smoothness, an important quality to obtain excellent results. One of its best features is its remarkable ability to penetrate the foam thus guaranteeing grip at all stages of the race.

Source: D’Angelo Addytive