July 19, 2026

Figueiredo claims first European title in Estonia

João Figueiredo has claimed his first European Championship title, the personable Portuguese driver also giving his Tekno team its first EFRA title with victory at the eBuggy Euros in Estonia.  Attracting 118 drivers to the RC Rakvere Racetrack, four rounds of qualifying would see Figueiredo take his Hobbywing powered EB48 2.2 to the overall TQ after topping Q2 & 4.  With the second fastest times in Q3 & 4, Mugen Seiki’s Berkan Kilic secured the second spot on the grid ahead of Sparko’s Noha Ben Mohamed who opened qualifying with TQ run but struggled to repeat that form over the remaining three rounds.  Travelling to the 10th running of the 1:8 Electric Buggy Euros chasing a third consecutive title, Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro qualified fourth ahead of Spain’s David Todd who took his Mugen Seiki to a TQ run in the third qualifier.  As the reigning eBuggy World Champion, Marcus Kaerup struggled with the mixed conditions and would just scrap into the A-Main with P13.  In the triple finals, A1 saw Figueiredo lead home Kilic as former double Champion David Ronnefalk came through from 9th to 3rd with his Xray.  In A2, with Kilic in tow Figueiredo had a bobble at the 2 & a half minute mark that handed the lead to the Turkish racer.  Holding that lead for 3-minutes it was Kilic’s turn to have a bobble handing the lead back to the pole sitter but on lap 12 Figueiredo would jump badly and on landing catch a track post that would break his buggy allowing Kilic to cruise to the win ahead of Ongaro and newly crowned European Nitro Buggy Champion Juan Carlos Canas who qualified his Sworkz in P11.  In A3 an early mistake from Figueiredo handed Kilic the lead briefly, but touching in the air shortly after, the Tekno driver was back in front from where he took control of the race to win and claim his first European title.  With Kilic in second, Ongaro completed the podium ahead of Ronnefalk and Kaerup.

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July 16, 2026

Boost RC ‘Hexaflow’ Touring Car Front Bumper

Italian brand Boost RC has introduced a new line of  Boost RC has introduced the new line of innovative ‘Hexaflow’ Front Bumpers.  Available for leading 1:10 Electric Touring Car models, it combines impact protection with aerodynamic performance, transforming a traditionally passive component into an active tuning element for your car.  Unlike conventional bumpers designed solely to absorb impacts, the Hexaflow has been engineered to influence the car’s behaviour at speed.  Developed entirely in-house, the project began as a CAD concept before undergoing multiple stages of prototyping and extensive on-track testing to refine both its mechanical properties and aerodynamic efficiency.  The bumper features a distinctive angled honeycomb structure with through-flow cells that channel airflow across the front section of the chassis. As vehicle speed increases, the airflow management is designed to generate an aerodynamic effect that complements the car’s mechanical setup, offering additional front-end support in faster corners. This opens up new setup possibilities for racers. For example, drivers can optimise the car for greater mechanical grip in slower sections using reduced camber while benefiting from the additional aerodynamic assistance provided by the Hexaflow in high-speed corners.  Rather than replacing traditional setup adjustments, the bumper introduces another tuning parameter that can help maximise overall performance.  Manufactured using high-performance engineering polymer through advanced 3D printing technology, the Hexaflow stands out visually with its honeycomb architecture creates a distinctive motorsport-inspired appearance, complemented by a carbon fibre textured finish on the sides and underside.

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July 14, 2026

Hirosaka KSC Classic 24 1:24 Training Car

Following on from the very well received announcement of its electronic collaboration with ORCA, Hirosaka Racing Products has sent us details of the Hirosaka KSC Classic 24 – The Reborn 1:24 Training Car.  Over nearly ten months, working closely with Masaaki Hirosaka, they have recreated the 1:24 RC car he originally used to train Masami Hirosaka – the very car that, through countless trials and refinements, set his son on the road to world championship glory.  As they mark this milestone 50th anniversary with the recreation of this pioneering spirit, in describing the Hirosaka KSC Classic 24 they state, ‘legends do not always begin on the world’s grandest stages; sometimes, they unfold in a quiet parking lot alongside a single, handmade machine.’  The origins of this machine lie in the very birth of 1:24 RC racing.  It was a class pioneered by Masaaki himself, born from the ingenious idea of ​​designing cars by skilfully repurposing bodies from plastic models and slot cars.  That small spark eventually gave rise to the legendary ABC Hobby “Royal Chassis” and ignited a nationwide craze.  For over two decades, the 1:24 car served as Masami’s most faithful practice vehicle, laying the foundation for the driving prowess that would conquer the world.  Limited to 100 kits, this product will be supported on an ongoing basis with spare parts, replacements, and upgrade option parts, so enthusiasts can enjoy it for years to come.

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July 13, 2026

ORCA x Hirosaka 1:28 ESC, Motor & Lipo Battery

Masaaki Hirosaka, father of RC racing legend Masami, has announced a collaboration with Electronics brand ORCA, with the ORCA x Hirosaka ESC, Motors, and Lipo battery range intended for 1:28 use as well as 1:24.  Developed through the championship-winning collaboration between ORCA Racing and Hirosaka Racing Products, this complete product line is purpose-built to meet the demands of winning in both onroad and offroad class competition racing.  The brushless speedo is rated 30A while the motor range has 2500, 3500, and 4500Kv options.  The Lipo pack has a 60C rating and 420mAh capacity.

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July 9, 2026

Nuclear ASM Special Coating EFRA2698 .12 muffler set

Nuclear, the brand of multiple Worlds Finalist Masao Tanaka, has added to its ASM engine line this special coating version of its EFRA2698 .12 muffler set.  Designed specifically for 1:10 GP touring car, both the pipe and manifold feature a premium coating applied in Japan. This coating significantly reduces exhaust resistance, resulting in improved throttle response and higher top speeds.  The pipe surface is also designed to be easy to clean.  The manifolds have also been newly designed: the Manifold 230 focuses on low-to-mid-range performance, while the Manifold 220 focuses on mid-to-high-range performance.

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July 8, 2026

IFMAR issues clarification on ISTC World C/ships Approved Bodies

RC racing’s world governing body IFMAR has issued clarification on body shells for the upcoming 2026 ISTC World Championships which will take place at Huge RC in Bangkok, Thailand.  Having last week issued a statement regarding the ineligibility of the Xtreme Aerodynamics CZ1 Nitro Touring Body for the Nitro Touring Car World Championship which take place Italy in September, IFMAR made the clarification on the 190mm Electric bodies after they had ‘received some queries regarding use of recently approved bodies’.  Body shells in 1:10 Electric Touring Car has been a huge talking point since the arrival of the Avalon Vortex.  For the 13th running of the 1:10 Electric Touring Car World Championships, IFMAR said, ‘We wish to clarify that there are no proposed changes to the rules for bodies for the event.  This means that all bodies currently approved by EFRA, ROAR, FAMAR and FEMCA that comply with the GBS rules are allowed to be used.’  They did add that, ‘the wing must be fitted directly to the body without spacers *and* no part of the wing may extend above the roofline of the body.’

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July 8, 2026

NJF Engineering 1:10 Shock/Diff Stand

New Australian brand NJF Engineering has released a range of pit accessories including this 1:10 Shock/Diff Stand.  Designed & manufactured in Melbourne, the stand is intended keep your workspace organised and efficient when building, rebuilding, and servicing your shocks and diffs – whether you’re at the track or wrenching at home.  Featuring modern acrylic design, it holds up to 4 x 1:10 offroad shocks, up to 4 x 1:10 offroad diffs, and has a large parts tray for shock caps, screws, springs, O-rings, and other small components. Quick and easy assembly – simply slide the sides and holders into place, it can also be used as a standalone parts tray.  You can also add a personalised touch by customising the base with your name, making your stand easy to identify and uniquely yours at the track.  In addition to the Shock/Diff Stand, Nathan Facciol’s NJF Engineering also offer a range of Tool Holders and Shock/Oil Storage Boxes.

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July 6, 2026

Xbility 1:28 Setup Station XB-F1 Expansion Kit

1:28 World Champion manufacturer Xbility is now offering this XB-F1 Expansion Kit for its Setup Station.  Releasing the XB-F1 at the end of last year, the XB-F1 Expansion Kit is designed for customers who already own the X-ST Setup Station and want to expand its functionality to the XB-F1.  The kit includes all the additional components required to use the X-ST Setup Station with both the XB1 and the XB-F1, providing the same level of precision and repeatability without the need to purchase a second complete setup station

Source: Xbility [xbilityrc.com]


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