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January 18, 2011

Jesse Robbers extends contract with Hot Bodies

Continuing with the driver signing news, HB and HPI have announced that 1/8th buggy Worlds A-Finalist and consistent front runner Jesse Robbers has extended his contract with HB. He will continue to partner Ty Tessmann and Atsushi Hara in the factory squad and will run the D8 Hara Edition buggy and D8T truggy. Jesse had this to say about his new contract:

I will continue to race for HB throughout the 2011 racing season. I started racing for HB at the beginning of 2008 and the past few years have been very good for the both of us. I feel the platform of cars and tires HB offers has been a key factor that has, and continues, to help me improve my results on a consistent basis. The cars are very durable, easy to drive, and fast all while being offered at a low price. The tyres have great performance while outlasting other brand tires. From the beginning HB has been very open to accepting me into their company and has allowed me additional responsibilities which continue to prove beneficial for us. I look forward to continuing the awesome relationship HB and I have and also I to the great things to come in 2011 from HB. I do not plan to change any of my other sponsors and I will continue to use O.S. Speed Engines, Sidewinder Fuel, KO Propo radio and servos, HB Tires, HPI Racing and Avid R/C.

Source: Hot Bodies [hbeurope.com]

January 18, 2011

Arrowmax ECS Drive Shaft

Arrowmax have released this new ECS Drive Shaft made from professional spring steel material for maximum durability. This newly designed ECS Drive Shaft is compatible with lots of current touring cars including the Tamiya TRF416 and 417, Hot Bodies Cyclone TC and the Xray T3.

Source: Free Max [freemaxmp.com]

January 18, 2011

Vega Elite 2WD race conversions

Just released, the new series of Vega Elite 2WD race conversions for most major top-end race buggies, including the pictured Kyosho Ultima RB5 SP2. Featuring a CNC machined aerospace 7075 alloy tub chassis & gearbox, motor plate heat sink, rear shock tower, bodyshell and more, this new conversion changes the weight distribution of the car, allowing it to jump more level & massively helps in-air control and powered landings. Testing has shown the conversion gives a new more positive feel to the car, allowing for a more aggressive driving style. Flatter jumps, quicker landings and better cornering is bringing noticeably faster and consistent lap times.

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January 18, 2011

Xceed T-GT1 1/8th scale body shell

Xceed have introduced their new 1/8th scale body shell, called the T-GT1. Developed in Japan according to the new IFMAR regulations for this class, it features neutral handling with lots of downforce and great stability thanks to the side dams. EFRA homologated (#31523), it is available in normal and light versions.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

January 18, 2011

Vampire Racing 60C 5400mAh saddle pack LiPo

Building on their popular 60C LiPo stick pack Vampire Racing now present their new 60C saddle pack LiPo. Along with the added punch they also improved the capacity to 5400mAh giving you the ultimate cells for today’s brushless systems.

Source: Vampire Racing [vampire-racing.com]

January 18, 2011

Ryan Lutz signs extension with Byron Fuels

Byron Fuels have announced that Durango factory driver Ryan Lutz has re-signed to the Byron Fuels Team. When asked his opinion of Byron Fuel performance, Ryan stated, “I am very excited to be signing on with Byron Fuels for another year. I love how the fuel is always consistent no matter where I race around the globe. When I open a bottle I know what I’m getting and how it’s going to perform. I look forward to another great year with Byron’s and hope to achieve many race victories for them!”

Source: Byron [byronfuels.com]

January 17, 2011

Travis Amezcua joins AKA

AKA is proud to announce the addition of former Pro-Line racer Travis Amezcua to the AKA race team. Travis is always a threat to win at any race he attends and is a past ROAR National Champion in 2WD electric and a worlds finalist in 1:8 Buggy as well. Travis will be running AKA tires on his Mugen 1:8 buggy and his electric buggies, with AKA welcoming his electric experience to help develop their new line of 1:10 tires coming in the Spring of 2011.

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]

January 17, 2011

HPI Pro-Series tools

HPI’s line of professional quality tools feature solid aluminium construction, CNC machining, chunky handles with knurled grips at the tip end and laser-etched markings for instant size identification. The tips are factory-ground then hardened and black-coated for extra-long life and good looks and are easily replaceable. A full set of HPI Pro-Series Tools are available, with a complete range of hex wrenches in the most popular metric sizes for RC racers, nut wrenches plus flat and Philips head screw drivers, they’ve even got an body shell reamer. Store all your tools in the available Tool Pouch. It’s got plenty of room for all the Pro-Series Tools, plus bodyshell scissors and even a few spare parts.

Click here to see the different tips