June 3, 2026

R1 Wurks 22X-4 2.0 Carbon Shock Towers

California based aftermarket buggy parts producer and recently turned 1:10 2WD buggy manufacturer R1 Wurks has released these new Carbon Fibre Shock Towers for the TLR 22X-4 2.0.  The towers are a direct replacements for the standard and optional front & rear shock tower for the 1:10 4WD Buggy.  Made from high-quality carbon fibre and precision-machined, they are available in two premium finishes, Matte Forged and Gloss 3K Plain Weave.  The are offered as standard or -2mm options and sold individual as front or rear towers.

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June 3, 2026

Kyosho Pit Bag

Kyosho has released this new Pit Bag, the perfect accessory for nitro racers to carry a fuel can & gun, starterbox, transmitter, and spares from your pit table to pit lane.  The wide-open top allows for effortless packing and quick access to your gear while 4 tool pockets feature stretchable pockets on the back/sides to keep your essential tools organised.  A front flap pocket with the iconic Kyosho logo keeps smaller parts safely inside.  A perfect cubical size  the pit bag measures W250 x L250 x H250mm.

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June 3, 2026

T-Works Offroad | Onroad V2 Starter Boxes

T-works has introduced a V2 version of both its Offroad and Onroad Starter Boxes.  The upgraded Buggy / Truggy Dual 775-Motor Starter Box boasts powerful torque, improved durability, smooth operation and superior heat dissipation efficiency.  It effortlessly cranks brand-new or hard-to-start engines while maintaining steady RPM without stalling throughout operation.  The new version features an optimised actuation contact structure, offering better wear resistance and a longer service life compared with the old version.  The purpose built V2 Onroad Starter Box with single 775 motor features a compact, streamlined body with excellent chassis compatibility.  It delivers abundant power output.  A robust wear-resistant drive structure effectively prevents gear damage.  T-Works offer a Storage Bag for each Starter Box which has a Full-wrap construction that provides all-around protection for the it during transport.  Built-in hidden fuel bottle compartment and multi-function mesh pockets separately store fuel bottles, batteries and small accessories in tidy compartments.

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June 2, 2026

Johansson doubles at Swedish Nationals opener

Schumacher’s Elias Johansson completed the double at the opening round of the Swedish 1:10 Offroad National Championships hosted by MHF Skarpnäck.  Racing on the blue astro surface track and in sunny conditions all weekend, Johansson would TQ the 33 car field of 2WD Buggies on Saturday taking his LD3 to the fastest time in all 4 qualifiers.  In the finals his domination continued as he won the opening two A-Mains to secure maximum championship points,  Winning A3 Team Associated’s Alexander Landén finished second with Edwin Angseryd completing the podium.  In Sunday’s 4WD it was again Johansson who again claimed the TQ ahead of Landén, the latter managing a TQ run in Q1.  Ludwig Albertz lined up P3 and that was the same order as they would step onto podium, Johansson able to sit out A3 afters win in A1 & 2.

Image: Elias Johansson [Facebook]


June 2, 2026

T-Works X5B Precision Front Geometry Adjustment Set

New for Hong Nor’s X5B 1:8 Buggy platform, T-works has released this Precision Front Geometry Adjustment Set.  Consisting of an aluminium steering plate, carbon fibre front bumper plate, and centre positioning tool, it enables a one-stop upgrade of steering precision and front structure stability with no complex modification required  The Aluminium Steering Plate is produced from 7075-T6 aluminium with black anodising and laser etching, and is pre-installed with precision roller bearings. Made of high-quality carbon fibre, the Graphite Upper Plate reduces vehicle weight and improves handling flexibility and is resistant to impact and deformation, stabilising the front structure.  The Center Positioning Tool is designed for precise adjustment of front wheel camber balance.  Insert the tool through the centre holes of the bumper plate and steering plate for positioning and fixing.  Remove it after adjustment, quickly optimising steering accuracy.

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June 1, 2026

6MIK Joker 2 1:8 Buggy Tyre

French tyre brand 6MIK has released their new Joker 2 1:8 Buggy Tyre.  Describing the new tyre as ‘high versatile’, 6MIK say the Joker 2 excels on hard dirt tracks with dusty sections.  Its unique carcass gives it a different temperament compared to their Magma 2.0 or Scratch tyre.  It’s recommended to use the Joker 2 with 6MIK own Mega rims and Black inserts.

Source: 6Mik [6mik-racing.com]


June 1, 2026

Sworkz S35-4/e EVO Alu Steering Bellcrank Plate

For the 2026 Summer racing season, Sworkz brings a new steering bell crank option for the S35-4/e EVO and T2/e EVO series in the form of this Alu Steering Bellcrank Plate.  The CNC machined aluminium plate provides a more solid reinforcement for hard crashes and creates a smoother steering response.  It also comes in new Samurai Black colour with diamond cuttings for a high quality look.  Additionally Sworkz has also released a new 3D-Printed Low & High Downforce Front Wing Set.  This includes two front wings (low & high downforce) to fine-tune your setup. and increase front grip and corner speed depending on track conditions.  Another new release for the S35 platform is a Durable Carbon Centre Diff Plate with bigger bearings for the brake cams to increase durability and lifetime.  Finally there are also a set of 4 Performance Carbon Rear Wheel Hub Easy Handling Adjustment Plates.  Optimised the rear hub geometry, they deliver a more stable rear end while maintaining steering, resulting in a smoother and more consistent driving feel across several track conditions.

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June 1, 2026

Baruffolo wins 26th edition of Kyosho Masters

Italy’a Marco Barufollo has won the 26th edition of the Kyosho Masters which took place at the RC94 track in France over the weekend.  In qualifying it was multiple European Champion Renaud Savoya who took the Nitro Buggy TQ ahead of 2025 Champion Riccardo Berton, both drivers posting two TQ runs each but Savoya getting it on the tie-break.  Barufollo would claim 3rd ahead of German driver Tim Kraus and Sweden’s Jessica Palsson.  With Berton and Barufollo winning the Semi Finals, Barufollo’s win ahead of Savoya the faster, the Top 3  on the grid for the 45-minute final would be the reverse of qualifying order.  From the front and setting the fastest lap of the race Barufollo would take the win by half a lap from Berton despite rain making an appearance during the final.  Savoya would gamble on changing tyres for the rain but it didn’t last and with the track drying quickly he struggled to eventually finish P4 behind British racer Olivier Nattress who completed the podium.  In eBuggy it was Barufollo who took qualifying but retiring from the first of the four 10-minute finals, he would lose out to Berton on tie-nreak after the both counted two wins and 2nd each.

Image: Marco Barufollo [Facebook]


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