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January 4, 2019

Thimo Weissbauer teams up with Protoform

Protoform have announced the signing of top German young gun Thimo Weissbauer to their racing team. One of the fastest teenagers on the planet, Thimo has shot through the ranks to challenge the best touring car racers in Europe. After multiple Youth Championship wins, he broke through to make his first Euro Touring Series A-Final in late 2018. He will be representing Protoform in major electric touring races across Europe in 2019, and Thimo had this to say about joining the team:

When I drove my first club race many years ago, I already have used a Protoform body shell. A lot has changed over the time, I am in the Awesomatix team now, but I have been driving Protoform body shells since the beginning. And now I am super happy to be a new part of the famous Protoform team. Many thanks to Eric Epp for this great opportunity!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

January 3, 2019

Protoform welcome back Olly Jefferies

Protoform have announced that IFMAR Worlds finalist, 11-times and reigning British Radio Car Association National Champion, Olly Jefferies has signed to their factory team for 2019. Olly will be showcasing PF’s bodies and accessories throughout the UK and other major European and international events. Protoform look forward to working with him at the races and testing grounds in 2019 and Olly had the following to say:

I would like to thank Protoform for supporting me in 2019. I look forward to working with this world famous brand and help test and develop new products.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

December 15, 2018

RC Maker body shell anti-tuck wing mount set

New from RC Maker is an anti-tuck system for touring car body shells. Mounting between the wing strut and behind the lower wheel arch, they add significant stability to the rear of the body shell and prevent body tucks during racing, and unwanted vibrations on large tracks. The set is developed together with experienced Australian 3D printing company Think RC, and has been rigorously durability tested on track. Weighing in at only 7g for the pair and removing the need for a wing nut, they are a very viable option for all levels of drivers, and also a great, constructive way of adding weight for the ETS 90g rule. Moulding perfectly to the wing strut, they also feature a rear strut support which braces the back of the strut where damage from crashes is normally unable to be repaired. They are currently available for Protoform Type S and D9 bodies.

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December 7, 2018

Arena Protoform D9 wing mount

Adding to their already released 3-D-printed wing mounts for for touring car body shells such as the Protoform Type-S, Mon-Tech Racer and Bittydesign JP8, is Arena RC Racing’s new Protoform D9 wing mount. The insert was designed to reinforce the wing stay area for improved durability in crashes while also helping with downforce as both the body and wing can be more securely fastened. The mounts come as pairs and their honeycomb design ensures a low overall weight.

Source: Arena RC Racing [facebook.com]

November 28, 2018

Protoform Europa 190mm FWD body shell

Following a couple of teasers on social media, Protoform have officially introduced their all-new Europa 190mm FWD touring car body shell. The lid takes styling cues from popular European hot hatches competing in full-scale TCR classes around the globe. With aggressive fender flares and a slammed hatchback roofline, the Europa is bound to make a statement at your track. At the rear of the body, moulded in wing platforms support the add-on nylon wing struts and wing to complete the super scale look. Designed and produced using the latest in 3D CAD and 5-axis CNC technology, Europa’s detailing, symmetry and overall quality of surfaces is second-to-none. This body will fit any popular 190mm touring car chassis. It’s produced in our high-quality, lightweight polycarbonate for a low centre of gravity, and includes a detailed decal sheet with windshield header and number plates, window masks, and paint-then-peel overspray film.

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November 2, 2018

Protoform Europa FWD touring car body – Coming soon

Protoform have announced the soon release of their all-new Europa touring car body shell for 190mm FWD chassis. A growing class around the globe, the Europa will be Protoform’s first shot at the popular class and all information and images should become available in time for the release. Update: In the meantime Protoform have made a first pre-production image available that you can see after the break.

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October 2, 2018

Protoform D9 electric touring car body shell

Following a couple of teaser images Protoform have fully unveiled their all-new D9 body shell for 190mm touring cars. After much success with the Type-S, drivers requested a less-aggressive body handling feel in specific conditions where traction roll was being combated, or in super low grip when utmost rear traction was needed. Developed through extensive testing, the D9 features smooth, easy-to-drive handling characteristics, helping to achieve maximum lap times consistency over a run. In addition, added ridges along the front fenders, door panels, a-pillars and trunk bed provide rigidity even in thinner materials. The critical tuning aid of body positioning is once again made easier with PF’s mounting marks inside the front wheel arches. Positions for 0, +2mm, +4mm and +6mm are scribed in for convenience. Included with every D9 are the all-new rear wing mounts with top “button” and bottom “nut”. The D9 is Global Body Spec compliant and fully EFRA (#4062) & ROAR approved. The body comes made of high-quality, super-durable polycarbonate, it is available in both lightweight and Pro-lite weight versions and includes a decal sheet, window masks, overspray film and wing mounting hardware.

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September 28, 2018

Protoform D9 touring car body shell – Coming soon

Protoform have released a first teaser image of their forthcoming new D9 touring car body shell. Understood to be a 190mm variant for electric tourers, the body seems to sport an aggressive front end design as it became en vogue recently. Full information and images will be available in time for the release. Stay tuned!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]