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January 5, 2021

Kyle McBride to run 6Mik for 2021

Multiple Australian Champion Kyle McBride has announced that he has joined 6Mik for 2021. Another former Pro-Line driver to sign for the French company, the Infinity factory driver joins an increasingly strong 6Mik team featuring Juan Carlos Canas & the recently signed Alex Zanchettin. Kyle had this to say about the deal on social media:

It is with great…GREAT pleasure that I officially announce I will be joining the 6Mik/Optima racing team for 2021. I want to give a huge special thank you to Sebastien Leonard for believing in me and bringing me on board for 2021! I cannot wait to show everyone how seriously good these tires and products are! I’ve got so much planned for 6Mik and for everyone this year it’s going to be epic. I am going to be using 6Mik range of super high quality tires with multiple tread patterns and two different compound ranges on offer. Along with the massive range of tools/oils/option parts and products that 6Mik/Optima has to offer. I cannot wait too grow this company and team here within Australia, over in New Zealand and around the rest of the world! Stay tuned for what is to come people.

Source: 6Mik [6mik-racing.com]

January 4, 2021

Yannic Prumper powered by Dash from 2021

Dash are happy to announce the signing of European front runner Yannic Prumper. The former ETS race winner, who just rejoined Yokomo, will be running full Dash RC electronics along with Arrowmax Si-graphene LiPo batteries for this season and beyond. ‘Yannic will be a great addition and will help boaster the team in Europe’. Yannic had the following to say

I would like to thank Mr Lau and Nico for this opportunity to join Dash as their factory driver. I have always hear great things about Dash and the ambition of the company is always aiming to produce one of the best, if not, the best products for customers. I’m excited to start this journey with them. Stay safe for now, and see you at the tracks!

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

January 4, 2021

Alex Zanchettin joins 6Mik Team

French tire brand 6Mik have announced the signing of Alex Zanchettin as an official team driver for 2021. The Italian driver, and former Pro-Line racer, is a World Championship finalist, Italian Champion and multiple Padova race winner. On his new deal the TLR driver said, ‘I’m very happy to join 6Mik team for 2021 and beyonds. Its a great pleasure for me to work with Seb and his crew and I can’t wait to start the season with his amazing products. I’m sure his R/C passion and knowledge will make the difference.’

Source: 6Mik [6mik-racing.com]

January 1, 2021

JConcepts announces signing of Joe Bornhorst

Completing a trio of signings for JConcepts, 1/8th off-road specialist Joe Bornhorst joins their team for 2021. A driver capable of winning at the highest level, Joe will blend in nicely with the JConcepts team while assisting with tire selection and compound advise to drivers racing in the 1/8th off-road classes and in particular on the Tekno RC vehicles. Not a new driver to the scene but a fresh champion that has recently added a ROAR National title to his credit winning the 1/8th E-truck championship in 2019. A great asset at the races, Joe will be seen at events including the Dirt Nitro Challenge but specifically during the Racetime Entertainment events where the JConcepts team is on-hand supporting the brand and all racers in attendance. Known as a driver that can wheel a 1/8th E-buggy, Joe will be able to provide valued feedback in one of the larger classes of concentration on the race schedule. Joe plans to make his JConcepts racing debut at the Southern Indoor Championships in Autaugaville, Georgia. On Joe, JConcepts’ Jason Ruona said:

There are only a handful of drivers that can muscle a 1/8th buggy, getting every bit out of the vehicle. Joe has that mystery speed everyone looks for at the races and pushes the limit of what an RC car can do on a race track. With incredible track knowledge, Joe, together with the passion of our design team, we plan to continue our push for the best performing and looking products on the market.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

January 1, 2021

Adam Drake joins JConcepts Race team

JConcepts have announced the signing of Adam Drake to their world wide race team for 2021 and beyond. The famous Mugen driver known for his speed, reliability, and tuning is one of the most successful drivers on and off the track. Adam’s racing career has spanned from the early 1990’s through the 2020’s with successful campaigns as a 1/10th off-road driver, 1/10th gas truck specialist all the way to his current passion which is 1/8th off-road. Adam’s willingness to race locally and nationally is unique and allows product testing to be an ongoing feature of his racing all year long. In addition to racing, Adam will be a key member of the development team working with new and existing drivers on tire selection, setup, and preparation to assist an eager JConcepts Racing Team. It’s not uncommon to catch Adam at the races either leading a main event, helping drivers from the pits or providing instruction from the drivers stand to provide insight in to track conditions or setups. Simply put, Adam is a teammate and representative sought-after in the RC industry. On the deal Adam said:

I’m extremely excited to be joining JConcepts for 2021 and beyond. After some very successful off-season testing, I’m very impressed and ready to hit the track. Needless to say, I’m looking forward to working with such a passionate group at JConcepts.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

January 1, 2021

Ryan Cavalieri rejoins Team Losi Racing for 2021

Keeping with the current Ryan Cavalieri theme, TLR have just announced that they have signed the multiple World Champion to their team. Having started his career with Team Losi back in 1999 at the age of 13, since then Ryan has developed into one of the most accomplished racers of all time, and he’s still going. Here’s what Ryan had to say about joining TLR:

I’m beyond excited to be back with TLR. This is where it all started for me and where I won my first World Championship title and that one will always be special. I’m really looking forward to working with the entire team as we continue to push the envelope of performance. So far, it’s already been amazing and I can’t wait to see what the future holds. Thanks to Thomas and Todd along with everyone at TLR/Horizon for the awesome welcome.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

January 1, 2021

Cavalieri returns to Pro-Line to head Factory team

Pro-Line have announced their Factory team for 2021 and it will be headed by returning 4-time World Champion Ryan Cavalieri. Cavalieri, who last raced for the brand back in 2012, will be joined in the newly refreshed, team by team regulars Dustin Evans, Neil Cragg, Aydin Horne, Tanner Denney, João Figueiredo, Aaron Kothman, Mark Sousa and Spencer Heckert. On their 2021 team, PL released this statement:

Pro-Line Racing is the winningest team in RC Tires, leading the industry with world-class innovation, in-house tooling & manufacturing, and team support. We’re excited for the offroad racing scene to kick back into gear — once it’s safe to — with this elite team of drivers. Led by an all-time great returning to Pro-Line where he has had a ton of success in the past, here is our #reloaded factory race team for 2021.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

January 1, 2021

JConcepts sign up Ronda Drake

Fresh for 2021, Ronda Drake signs with JConcepts. Fascinated by RC at a young age, Ronda has made waves in Southern California starting in 1/10th off-road racing where she learned at a fast pace. Throughout the years, as new segments evolved, she has taken to the track in touring car, gas truck and eventually 1/8th off-road. A local on the scene, Ronda routinely races at tracks such as Thunder Alley, Revelation and Palm Desert Raceways where she uses her talent and expertise to stack-up podium results on a weekly basis. On the new deal, Ronda had this to say:

I first met Jason Ruona when he moved to California in 1997 and we became friends. The opportunity has finally presented itself and I proud to say that I’m excited to be joining the team for 2021 and beyond! Jason is very much involved with the team development, marketing, and always at the track with the ever evolving race scene. Jason being a top racer in the past, I truly value his knowledge and products. That being said, I’m excited to be a part of the JConcepts Team.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]