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October 18, 2017

Protoform Type-S & MS7 190mm TC body shells

Protoform have introduced their long-awaited Type-S and MS7 190mm electric touring car body shells. First up is the aggressively shaped Type-S, a high downforce body for modified classes or any other track condition or class where more grip is needed. It was shaped to offer ultra-precise steering characteristics and superior rear grip and was extensively tested to handle track surfaces such as ETS carpet, outdoor or indoor asphalt, even the new high-grip CRC black carpet. With PRO-Lite bodies now being the standard for indoor carpet racing, the overall stiffness of the body was taken into consideration. Added ridges along the hood, a-pillar and trunk bed provide rigidity even in thinner materials giving less body tuck and less flex while not sacrificing performance. A small deck lid spoiler also adds both rigidity and rear grip. The critical tuning aid of body positioning is once again made easier with mounting marks inside the front wheel arches. Positions for 0, +2mm, +4mm and +6mm are scribed in for convenience. The Type-S is Global Body Spec compliant and fully EFRA (#4056) and ROAR approved and it is available in both lightweight and PRO-lite weight. Included are a Protoform decal sheet, window masks, overspray film and metric wing mounting hardware.

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September 29, 2017

Protoform premounted VTA tires

Protoform have announced that their range of VTA tires now come premounted on white or black rims. Utilising a super long-lasting compound and moulding technology perfected by Protoform’s partners at Pro-Line Racing. On high-grip CRC carpet, the tyres have been tested to provide an easy-to-drive handling feel and comparable lap times to previous VTA tires, all without the need for superglued sidewalls while on asphalt, the tyres grip well with additives and provide realistic tyre screeching sounds for an ultra-scale effect.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

August 24, 2017

Protoform Grayscale hat & on-road car bag

Protoform have introduced their new Grayscale snapback hat and PF car bag. Starting with the hat, the unique dark heather gray color is contrasted by a large PF icon set in 3D puff stitching for a premium look. A small Protoform wordmark is centred on the back, while a classic green underbill completes this one-size-fits-most snapback hat. The bill comes flat, but a curve can be added.

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August 24, 2017

Protoform LTC-R & Mazdaspeed6 Pro-Lite body shells

Coming from Protoform are the new Pro-Lite versions of the popular LTC-R and Mazdaspeed6 190mm touring car body shells. 15 percent lighter than a lightweight Protoform body both will further enhance the overall performance of a car thanks to a lowered centre of gravity and the possibility to adjust the car’s weight balance using chassis weights thanks to an overall lower weight. Like all other PF bodies these two come with overspray film, window masks and decal sheets.

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August 24, 2017

Protoform ’68 Mustang body & VTA wheels

Protoform have introduced new parts for VTA racers in the form of the 1968 Ford Mustang body shell as well as new VTA wheels. Starting with the body shell, the Mustang sports the signature fastback roofline, an aggressive stance, the iconic hood and pillar vents, and it is made using the latest molding technology to form the body from single piece of polycarbonate. This does away with the usual add-on front or rear clips to assemble, making for a lighter and more rigid body. The Mustang meets all VTA class rules, it comes with a detailed decal sheet, protective overspray film and window masks.

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August 8, 2017

Protoform VTA wheels – Teaser image

Following the release of their all-new VTA tyres, Protoform will soon also step into the wheels game with the release of what appear to be suitable VTA rims. No information are given yet but it is understood that the wheels will become available in two colour to start. We bring you more information as soon as they surface.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

July 21, 2017

Protoform Bona Fide T-shirt

Coming from Protoform is their new Bona Fide T-shirt. It helps to show you passion to everything Protoform on and off the track with the front featuring a small pocket sized PF icon, while the back displays a vintage style racing crest. It’s printed on a super-soft heather gray tri-blend crew neck shirt for an easygoing look.

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July 21, 2017

Protoform VTA front & rear tyres

Following a first teaser Protoform have officially announced their first ever tyre, the new spec tyre for US Vintage Trans Am Racing. It is fully-approved for USVTA Racing and fully-capable on any surface such as carpet, prepared asphalt or parking lots. Utilising a super long-lasting compound and moulding technology perfected by Protoform’s partners at Pro-Line Racing. On high-grip CRC carpet, the tyres have been tested to provide an easy-to-drive handling feel and comparable lap times to previous VTA tires, all without the need for superglued sidewalls while on asphalt, the tyres grip well with additives and provide realistic tyre screeching sounds for an ultra-scale effect. The tyres are sold in pairs and are a direct fit on both HPI Vintage wheels and the upcoming Protoform VTA wheels. Included with the tyres, that come as 26mm front and 31mm rear variant, are gray open-cell foam inserts.

View the rear tyre here