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November 18, 2022

Serpent SRX8GT ‘23 1:8 GT

Serpent has just announced the latest version of their SRX8GT 1:8 GT car with the ‘23 kit having been re-worked from the ground up. Customer and racers alike wanted a faster, lighter, more nibble and reliable race car heading into the new racing season. Although Serpent have enjoyed many great race wins and successes in the world of GT racing, they said it was time for us to push the evolution of the class yet again. The engineering group went to work, discussing all aspects and weak points of the previous model and after countless concepts and discussions, they formulated the best possible plan to create the greatest successor they could and the new SRX8GT ‘23 was born. Some new features of the ’23 include all new bulkheads, new light weight rear body mount, a new radio box, new steering block, all new shock bodies, pistons and shafts. The car also features a revised chassis plate with holes pre drilled into the chassis for optional weights and the 2speed Shaft Construction has also been updated.

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November 18, 2022

Pro-Line Vandal 1:8 Buggy Tyre

Pro-line has introduced the new Vandal 1:8 Buggy race tyre which is an evolution of their legendary Hole Shot tyre engineered for hard-packed, dusty, blown-out track conditions. Vandal development started with Pro-Line’s latest generation carcass profile that utilises a single arc to create the sidewall geometry, then transitions from the sidewall to the crown with a larger radius resulting in a rounder and less edgy appearance. This carcass provides a tailored fit to the wheel and insert package, making mounting a breeze. Focusing on grip, the Vandal’s centre tread density is optimised for longevity in longer runs while the addition of micro-pins at the outer edges reduces edginess in the bumps. Competitors can expect the Pro-Line Vandal tyres to deliver improved consistency, drivability, and durability. It is available in four popular tread compounds, M3 & M4 for watered tracks and S3 & S4 long wear for more abrasive dry tracks. The tyres come complete with Pro-Line’s latest generation closed cell foam insert.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

November 18, 2022

GensAce announce Krapp joins team

GensAce batteries have announced 2022 ISTC World Championship runner-up Christopher Krapp has officially joined the GensAce Factory Racing Team. Comment on the new deal the factory Yokomo driver said: “I am happy to announce to work with GensAce and help promote and develop their high quality products. I already knew their batteries pretty well from my teammates and was impressed from their quality. I can’t wait to use them in competition! Specially I want to thank Yan and Nick for the opportunity!”

Source: Gens Ace [gensace.de]

November 18, 2022

Shepherd ‘Ram Head’ t-shirt

Our friends at nitro onroad stalwart manufacturer Shepherd Micro Racing has given their merchandise a fresh look with a new ram head t-shirt. Made of 100% cotton, it features the Shepherd ram head on the front and the Team Shepherd World logo on the rear. The new t-shirt is available in sizes XS to 4XL.

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November 18, 2022

OfficinaRC Titanium Skinny-UFS

OfficinaRC has released these new Titanium Skinny-UFS screws. They are made of titanium with the best precision machines by experts Italian craftsmen in order to create a product destined to become a reference for those who’s looking for the best experience. The attractive design and extreme technical characteristics project these screws to become the object of desire of those who’s looking for maximise any performances. Made one by one from titanium bars. These screws have a head of only 4.4mm wide and 0.9mm thick. Below the extremely thin head there’s a cylindrical part of 1.4mm that allows a perfect centring without preventing tightening. Particularly suitable for: To screw the new Xray XLP shock absorbers to shock towers where space is really limited. But also to fix parts by increasing their torsion and reducing the weight, even if only slightly. Ti-6Al4V is the most widely used titanium alloy in the motorsport and aerospace market. This alloy contains 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium. Is an excellent combination of endurance to efforts and toughness, with extra resistance to corrosion.

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November 18, 2022

SMJ 20mm 1:10 & 1:8 Car Stand

SMJ has released a new thicker version of their foam car stand. At 20mm, it leaves the car sitting 6mm higher than the previous version to allowing for more versatile use. Measuring 300 x 90 x 20 mm, the stand can be used for both 1:10 and 1:8 onroad cars with the Japanese company highlighting it for 1:10 Nitro pit work and engine adjustment.

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November 17, 2022

VP Pro Truggy/MT tyre Mounting bands

VP Pro has released new tyre gluing bands specifically intended for mounting Truggy and Monster Truck tyres. Made from high-elasticity silicone rubber and finished in VP-Pro Brilliant Blue, they come supplied as a pack of four bands.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]

November 16, 2022

Mugen confirms Maifield’s exit from team

Another much anticipated switch up for the 2023 season, Mugen has confirmed that star driver Ryan Maifield joins Robert Batlle in leaving the manufacturer. Officially posting the announcement on Facebook, it read, “Mugen Seiki Racing would like to make Ryan Maifield’s exit from the factory team official ahead of the 2023 season. Maifield joined Mugen Seiki Racing at the beginning of 2017 where he made history being the first racer to do the impossible by sweeping all three pro classes at The Dirt Nitro Challenge. Still being the only driver in history to sweep The Dirt Nitro Challenge, Maifield and Mugen Seiki did it again in 2021. Maifiled and Mugen Seiki’s success together includes multiple Silver State Nitro Challenge titles, winning both classes at the 2021 1/8th Fuel Nationals, winning every ROAR 1/8th Electric Buggy National Championship Maifield competed in during his time at Mugen Seiki, and multiple IFMAR World Championship finals including a podium finish. It’s been an honour to have worked with such a talented and committed racer like Maifield, and Mugen Seiki Racing wishes Ryan the best with his future endeavours.”

Source: Mugen Seiki Racing [Facebook]