March 17, 2011

Chris Grainger re-signs with Schumacher

Chris Grainger re-signs with Schumacher

Schumacher are pleased to announce the re-signing of current British Touring Car Champion Chris Grainger. Chris has won two BRCA National titles since joining Schumacher two years ago and has an important part to play in the development of their Touring Cars along with their experienced engineering team. The new agreement see’s Chris with us for a further two years and he had the following to say about the deal:

I am very happy to re-sign with Schumacher racing for the 2011 and 2012 seasons. I have enjoyed the last two years with Schumacher very much, working with the team at the factory and race track. The design team impress me with their ideas and dedication to lead, not follow in design! I look forward to the next seasons with great expectation.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


February 10, 2011

Martin Hofer makes switch to Schumacher

Martin Hofer makes switch to Schumacher

Schumacher are pleased to announce the signing of top German On Road driver Martin Hofer. Martin is currently running second in the ETS Pro Stock championship and a German National A finalist. He will bring great knowledge to the team for current and future developments. Martin will compete at World, European and German Championship races along with the ETS series, and will make his debut for Schumacher at the ETS race in Austria this coming weekend. Martin had the following to say about the deal;

First of all I would like to thank Team Yokomo for all the years of support and the great time working together. However, sometimes you just need a change and after having tested the Mi4CX I decided that my change was to be a different coloured one! My first ever RC-car was a Schumacher Storm truck and I’m very happy to return to my roots in some ways. Being part of the well established Schumacher team around Chris Grainger, I think we will be able to bring the Mi4CX to the next level keeping it at the leading edge of modern touring cars.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


February 7, 2011

Schumacher Team Winter jacket

Schumacher Team Winter jacket

Schumacher have announced the release of their new Team Winter jacket. The new black soft shell type jacket sports the Schumacher logo on both the front and rear and is ideal for a variety of racing conditions. Water resistant, the jacket is windproof, breathable, comfortable and features a concealed waterproof hood. Available in a variety of sizes from S to XXXL.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


February 5, 2011

Toy Fair 2011 – Schumacher

Schumacher Cat SX3 4wd buggy

Schumacher have their all new CAT SX3 on show here, which we already covered in depth in an earlier official release. Featuring a new battery configuration that sees the car use a saddle pack configuration and central motor mounting position which gives the a more rearward bias that helps it in the jumps. A new slipper configuration and large bearings supporting the center shaft offer extra durability while the 2 gear and 3 belt transmission configuration sees the motor rotating in the same direction as the wheels which makes the car more agile.

Click here for more information and photos


February 3, 2011

Schumacher CAT SX3 Competition 4wd buggy

Schumacher CAT SX3 Competition 4wd buggy

Schumacher have announced the new CAT SX3 Competition 4wd Off Roader. The CAT SX3 includes a host of new items ready for the 2011 season, for increased performance and reliability. An all new mid-motor design with central saddle LiPo battery positioning offers fantastic balance, control and agility. New precision, hardened steel transfer gears offer superb durability and a new design tight fitting body and undertray offers excellent dirt protection, aerodynamics and cooling options. A new easy to assemble, rigid wing mount system completes the packages. The S1 version of the CAT SX3 is also available and includes features S1 composite material which replaces all carbon fibre components while all further spec’s the same as Pro C/F Version.

View more images of the car here


January 10, 2011

Schumacher Cougar SV optional chassis & top deck

Schumacher Cougar SV optional chassis & top deck

Schumacher have announced the release of two new products for the Cougar SV 2wd buggy. The new chassis and top deck set has been developed over several months by their high level team drivers in a variety of conditions. The chassis is 8mm longer than the standard kit which significantly changes the weight balance of the car, while the weight distribution is now shifted further towards the rear which makes the car more stable, easier to drive and offers better rear traction on medium to low grip surfaces. In addition to the chassis, the above longer top deck is also required. Once again it has been developed by their team to provide the optimal flex for this chassis design.

View the longer top deck here


December 5, 2010

Schumacher Winter Beanie

Schumacher Winter Beanie

Perfect for the current cold spell making its way across Europe, Schumacher have released this beanie hat to keep the important bit between your ears warm.  Two tone black and tan made from good quality knitted material, it features the Schumacher logo. One size fits all.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]


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