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January 3, 2008

Karl Marsden joins Kyosho UK

Some industry news with the announcement that Karl Marsden has joined Kyosho UK to help with promotion and to sell Kyosho products to retail stores in the North of the UK, joining the current sales team of Mike Cradock, Neil Skull and John-Yves Ferte. Karl has been involved in the business side of the RC industry selling radio control cars for many years, and is looking forward to the new challenge of selling a wide range of cars as well as Kyosho’s huge range of Planes, Helicopters and Boats. Karl is also well respected RC racer having started at the age of 9 and has since managed to achieve multiple European A finals as well as National wins & Championships in the 1/10th On & Off road Electric classes.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoeurope.com]

January 3, 2008

Xtreme Carbon parts for Associated B44

Xtreme Racing, makers of after market carbon parts, have put their skills to work on the new Team Associated B44 buggy, the result of which is some beefy carbon towers and upper decks, that are all available in black, silver and blue. First up is a new rear shock tower, that has been made from 3mm thick carbon fibre and features extra shock mounting holes, a front shock tower is also available and it too has been made from 3mm thick carbon fibre and comes with extra shock mounting hole. Both shock towers also available in 4mm thick carbon fibre for extra strength. Xtreme have also released a replacement for both the front and rear top plates, that sport a different design while finally there are also new carbon battery straps.

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January 3, 2008

KO Propo EX-I UR Transmitter

Japanese company KO Propo have released details about their latest pistol grip radio, the EX-I UR. Featuring a new ultra high-speed CPU design, the radio can store up to 30 different cars in its memory and has 3 different levels of response from normal to advanced to Super-Ultra. The radio can be used in 3 or 4 channel mode and the new module has been optimised to provide ultra-stable performance. A smaller diameter steering wheel combined with less turning angle gives a quicker turning response from end point to end point and helps increase reaction speeds, while all the steering and throttle functions can be monitored on the transmitters LCD screen.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]

January 3, 2008

King Headz RC8 steering knuckles

King Headz have released these new front steering knuckles for the Team Associated RC8 buggy. Made from 7075 aircraft grade aluminium, they have been anodised and featured the KHZ logo laser engraved into the body. Sold in a pair, they add extra strength to your steering system and only weigh in at 13.8 grams each.

Source: King Headz [kingheadz.com]

January 2, 2008

Speed Passion Endless off road BL motors

Speed Passion have released 2 new competition off road brushless motors, suitable for 1/10th EP and EP truck racing, under the name Endless. The new motor can design, combined with the new rotor design, provides more consistent performance and a highly efficienct power band. These motors are available in 7.5R and 8.5R and work great with the Speed Passion Feigao brushless ESC, providing smooth power and lots of punch.

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January 1, 2008

Roche Prince 13.5R BL motors

Roche in Hong Kong have released a new series of 13.5R/23T brushless competition motors, called Prince. Available in blue, purple or black casings the new motors use the latest BL technology to achieve the highest efficiency, most power and great top speeds. Each motor is supplied Roche’s golden motor connectors and expect to see a 10.5R version soon.

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January 1, 2008

Joseph Quagraine announces JQ Products

Joseph Quagraine starts JQ Products

Following up on the news that Joseph Quagraine had left HoBao comes the announcement that the Finnish driver has started a new company in Hong Kong together with Himoto Racing and will be launching a new RC car brand during 2008 called JQ Products. The goal is to produce high quality racing products, including both electric and nitro car models for both on and off road racing and will start off with a totally new 1:8 scale buggy and nitro racing accessories for 1:8 buggy racing. The buggy, which includes a number of unique features, is currently being tested and the goal is to have it ready for public release during 2009. Expect to see it in action later this year in the hands of Joseph Quagraine.

Source: Himoto [himotoracing.com]

January 1, 2008

MaxAmps 4700 NiMH cells

Max Amps has released a new line of 4700mAh NiMH cells, which claim to offer the highest voltage available on the market and are slated to become ROAR legal early this year. Max Amps CEO Austin Else even offers this bold statement:

These cells will blow away every other cell on the market including IB and EP products. We offer a 100% money back guarantee that these cells will be the highest voltage, freshest cells you have ever used.

Source: Xtreme RC [rc411.com]