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May 12, 2009

RC DisCo seeking staff

Experienced RC entrepreneur Jason Dearden, founder of Mirage RC Enterprises, is founding a new distribution company for the UK which will take over the well respected brands of Xray and Hudy. The company will formally be known as ‘Radio Control Distribution Company Ltd.’ but will no doubt go under the much catchier name of ‘RC DisCo’. They are currently looking for “RC racing geeks that know what they are talking about, but not afraid to chip in with all kinds of jobs, from going to races at weekends, to unloading lorries, helping customers, packing orders & testing product. They need hard working jack of all trade RC guys, based very close to the old Ashby Model Car Club track (Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire).” If you are interested you can get in contact by e-mailing: distribution[at]rcdisco.com

May 6, 2009

Adam Drake drops in on Novarossi

Novarossi were in touch to tell us that yesterday they had a visit from one of USA’s finest off-road drivers, Adam Drake, who dropped by after the Astra Nitro Cross race. During his stay at the Novarossi World S.r.l. headquarters, The Drake discussed many subjects with the Rossi/Barchi family and also received a private tour around the factory by its founder, Cesare Rossi. Afterwards Adam was visibly impressed by the effort and time that goes into making high end competition engines.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]

April 22, 2009

SchepisModel team up with Mario Rossi

SchepisModel in Italy have announced that they have teamed up with Engine guru Mario Rossi to work together on the development and production of a new range of SchepisModel engines. The partnership was announced during the first round of the Italian 1/10th scale National Championships, held last week end at the “Black Tarmac” track in Mesero. Mario Rossi left GRP earlier this year where he had worked with the Gandini brothers for a number of years developing their range of engines.

Source: SchepisModel [schepismodel.it]

April 8, 2009

Trinity becomes Team Epic

Team Trinity president Ernest Provetti has announced that his company will be changing name and moving to Florida. In an open letter to racers he states that in order for him to be close to his business he will be moving it from its current base in New Jersey to Florida and that the people who have helped Trinity achieve this success, Tony P., Jim Dieter, Chad Phillips, Ina Gonsalez and Paul Lemieux are all excited about his move and new challenge. The NJ office will close on the 30th of April and will re open in Florida on June 1st. Ernest also took the opportunity to announce that the new company, Team Epic, will handle the distribution of the Sirio line of engines, and in the meantime is giving a 15% discount on all orders over $100.

Click here to read the full letter (PDF).

April 1, 2009

Team Orion Asia is formed

Team Orion have announced that they have just opened new offices in Thailand under the name Team Orion Asia Company Ltd. With the formation of this new company, they have strengthened their position in this fast growing market. With the background of the successful strategies of their companies in Europe, Japan and the USA, Team Orion Asia will be able to perfectly serve the demands of the Asian market. The best knowledge of the respective local needs and mentality are essential to thrive in Asia and with Porapong “Jarb” Ratanarat they not only found a huge RC car enthusiast but also a very talented man with great marketing and language skills. He will lead the new company to build a flourishing business in his home markets.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

March 19, 2009

Team Orion official WC Fuel supplier

Team Orion have announced that they have been chosen to be the official fuel supplier of the 2009 IFMAR World Championships in Lostallo, held this year from August 13 to 23. The ABI Black Demon formula fuel will be used to deliver the best power for the best drivers. Exclusively at this race, the fuel bottles will feature a unique label made for the Worlds.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

March 17, 2009

Associated Official R/C Car of Lucas Oil Off Road Series

Team Associated have announced that an agreement has been reached with Lucas Oil Products Inc. to make Team Associated the official R/C Car of the Lucas Oil Off Road Series. Cliff Lett, Vice President of Associated has the following to say about the deal:

This is a very exciting time for everyone at Team Associated. We are honored to be named the official R/C car company of the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series. Our goal in joining forces with Team Lucas is to partner with a premium racing organization that shares our uncompromising commitment to the highest level of excellence. With this partnership we look forward to not only increasing the brand awareness of Team Associated, but to expose the R/C hobby to the vast group of off-road racing fans. After all, we are passionate racing fans ourselves, and working with Team Lucas is a natural fit.

Source: Lucas Oil ORS [lucasoiloffroad.com]

March 16, 2009

ROAR 1/10 Scale Short Course Truck (SCT) class

ROAR add 1/10 Scale Short Course Truck (SCT) class

ROAR, the official USA and Canadian sanctioning body for R/C Car and Truck Competition, announced the formation of 1/10 Scale Electric Short Course Truck (SCT) construction specifications to its Racing Membership and Manufacturer Affiliate Partners. The 1/10 SCT Specifications, will be the 2009 SCT Provisional Class guidelines for Chassis, Wheel, Tire, Body Designers to construct vehicles, components, and accessories to compete in ROAR sanctioned events. ROAR will add Short Course Truck as a Demonstration Class at the 2009 ROAR Electric Off-Road National Championship, hosted by Hobbyplex Raceway in Omaha, Nebraska on June 25-28, 2009.

Provisional Rules, Body construction template, and Technical Inspection guide can be found here.