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December 20, 2013

Steven Hartson renews contract with JConcepts

Steven Hartson, 2013 4wd IFMAR World Champion, has renewed contract terms with JConcepts. Since 2005, the Southern California driver and JConcepts have formed a bond that has taken the tandem to many event titles throughout the United States. JConcepts’ Jason Ruona states, “Steven is a silent assassin, his approach to practice and racing puts him in position to be one of the quickest drivers at each and every event. His knowledge of tire preparation puts him in an advanced category ensuring he is ahead of the learning curve. Popular with the public, he is always one to help a driver or teammate in need or quick to offer advice in a difficult situation. Winning the World Championship proves that hard work pays off and we are excited that Steven chose to continue his relationship with us.” This is what Steven has to say:

I would like to thank JConcepts for the opportunity to be a part of their racing team. I look forward to another exciting journey racing at the highest level of competition. The history between us has been great and I’m very excited to be running JConcepts tires and accessories. With a 4wd World Championship title this past year, I feel like JConcepts can give me the best resources to do my best in the future.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

December 20, 2013

Carson Wernimont teams up with Schumacher

Schumacher announce that the reigning Reedy Race Open 2WD champion and 12th place IFMAR Worlds finisher Carson Wernimont is joining their electric off-road team for 2014. Carson will race Schumacher’s latest 2WD and 4WD buggies to strengthen the UK company’s USA team. This is what Carson has to say about the deal:

I am really excited for this opportunity to run for Schumacher Racing this upcoming 2014 season. Schumacher has very good quality products and is always innovating and designing towards the future. I am looking forward to a great season, starting with the Reedy Race of Champions in January.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 20, 2013

Leo Varga joins Team Shepherd

Shepherd announce the signing of Austrian Junior Champion Leonardo Varga for the 2014 season. The young driver will join Gerhard Kandelhart from Shepherd Austria and is set to use the Velox V10 Pro at national and international events. Leo had the following to say:

I am very excited and happy to get the chance to join Team Shepherd for the season 2014. I am going to race 1/10th scale and will attend the Florida Winter Nationals, the A-Euros and also 3 rounds of the ENS. I would like to thank all people who made this possible, especially Gerhard Kandelhart (Shepherd Austria) and Patrick Schäfer and I’m looking forward to having a great year with Team Shepherd.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

December 20, 2013

Travis Amezcua renews with Viper

Viper R/C Solutions that Travis Amezcua has renewed its contract with Viper for the next two years. Travis had a strong 2013, capped off with an A Main performance in the 4WD class at the IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships. Travis’ Team Durango vehicles will feature Viper VTX speed controls and VST motors in his 2014 and 2015 champing that will see his appearance at events like the Reedy Race of Champions, Cactus Classic, ROAR Nationals and more.

Source: Viper [viper-rc.com]

December 18, 2013

Wilck extends Speed Passion deal through 2015

Viktor Wilck Speed Passion'd till 2015

Speed Passion have announced that Reedy Race of Champions winner Viktor Wilck will stay with Speed Passion through 2015. The Swede who has used the company’s speed controllers since 2008 will now also use their new range of V4 motors in his Tamiya cars having used Thunder Power for the last three years. This is what Viktor had to say about the new deal:

First of all, I must thank Thunderpower and especially Jim Skinner for the great support over the last 3 years. We had an amazing time winning many races, with the highlight of being able to win the Reedy Race of Champions 2012. However, it is time for a change. Having been supported by Speed Passion, using their ESC’s since 2008, the natural choice is to go all the way and use the full product line including Speed Passion motors. Speed Passion has always produced high quality products. Since my first sponsorship with Speed Passion’s founder Wilson, I have built a very good relationship with Speed Passion and am looking forward to working together developing the new V4 motor line. Speed Passion will be focusing all their resources in giving me the best possible power package for the 2014 ISTC World Championship in Florida.

Source: Viktor Wilck

December 13, 2013

Matt Olson joins Schumacher

Schumacher announce the addition of top US racer Matt Olson to the team. Matt has a fantastic history of race wins in the US and is sure to be at the front of the field with his new cars. Matt is employed by MIP and Schumacher Racing will have some MIP option parts for their own cars in the near future. Matt had the following to say about the deal:

I would like to thank Schumacher Racing’s Mark Musgrove and Robin Schumacher for the opportunity to be a part of their 2014 International team. And an extreme amount of thanks to my employer and main sponsor MIP for all the support and great products they provide me with at each and every event. Going into 2014 we plan to come out with many Schumacher drivetrain upgrades to help Schumacher customers Worldwide. I only hope to represent MIP, Schumacher, and the rest of my sponsors to the best of my abilities come 2014 and beyond. Thank you once again, and looking forward to a successful relationship.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 12, 2013

Martin Wollanka joins Xray off-road team

Xray announce that multiple and current Austrian Champion, Martin Wollanka has joined the Xray factory team to race the company’s 1/8 and 1/10 off-road buggies in 2014. Martin will attend the Austrian and European Championships, the IFMAR 1/8 Worlds and the remaining rounds of the 2013-14 Euro Offroad Series beside other events. This is what Martin has to say about the deal:

I have been racing Xray cars as a privateer for 2 years without any technical problems. The performance and reliability of the car allowed me to win the Austrian Championship which was a great personal achievement for me. I am happy to join the Xray international racing team and I am very excited since the World Championship will take place Europe and to be part of this strong team makes me feel confident.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 12, 2013

Juho Levanen re-signs with Team Associated

Team Associated and Reedy announce that Juho Levanen has signed a contract extension which will see him continue with the brands that he has been with since 2001. Juho will race Team Associated’s 12R5.2 and all-new TC6.2 touring car with Reedy Sonic 540 Mach 2 motors, Reedy Competition LiPo batteries, and the all-new Reedy ESC. In addition to his on-road racing duties, Juho will contest the remaining three rounds of the 2013-14 European Offroad Series. His hard-charging driving style and familiarity with high-grip racing surfaces will surely mean a successful transition to this highly competitive discipline. According to Reedy department manager Rick Hohwart, “Juho is a tremendous asset to the team as he is a driver that can extract every bit of performance from his equipment and never gives less than 100% effort.” Team Associated team manager Brent Thielke added, “Juho has been a part of Team Associated for over a decade and we are pleased to continue our relationship with the 2x European Champion and look forward to more success in the years to come.” Juho’s next event will be round two of the 2013-14 European Off-Road Series in Berlin, Germany in January followed by round two of the 2013-14 Euro Touring Series in Muelheim-Kaerlich, Germany in February.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]