Xtreme Aerodynamics are delighted to announce the signing of former World and European Champion Robert Pietsch. The Mugen on-road designer will run the Xtreme line of bodies in both the 1/10th 200mm class and in the 1/8th class and will also have a key role in the design and development of new products.
Source: Xtreme [xtremeaerodynamics.com]
Ielasi Tuned have announced that Austrian Front runner Kurt Hubeny has joined their team. Kurt will use the new ITD.21-9CL WC Edition engine in his new WRC car and will be contesting the Austrian Nationals, all ENS rounds, the Matrix Challenge in Austria as well as the Ielasi Tuned Trophy in Leno on the 22nd of May. Kurt says “I’m happy to get in to the Ielasi Tuned team, thanks to Daniele and Modellsport Trinko for the support in 2016.
Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]
Brilliant RC has announced the signing of German 1/8 on-road front runner Lars Hoppe. The multiple ENS, German championship and Euro B finalist will use the Brilliant accessories as well as Brilliant fuel for the upcoming season. Lars had the following to say:
I’m really happy to join the Brilliant RC team and to use these brilliant accessories, especially the great ball bearings and Brilliant RC fuel. These products will get the best out of my ARC car and REDS engines.
Source: Brilliant RC [brilliant-rc.com]
Ielasi Tuned have announced the signing of Germany’s Tobias Kerler to their team. The ARC driver already used the Novarossi-based Ielasi Tuned engines in the past and for 2016 he will utilise the company’s ITD.21-9CL WC Edition engine at races such as the European Championships and all ENS events.
Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]
Xray have announced the addition of Jimmy Maddison to their factory team. Winner of several international races including the DHI Cup, Jimmy and has been the main force together with Olly Jefferies in UK and he will now get full factory support. The multiple BRCA National champion has the following to say:
Words cannot explain how this feels. A dream come true I guess. Joining the Xray factory team is such a great achievement and with the chance to continue driving the best quality cars on the market and constantly developed products will only allow me to grow from strength to strength. I would like to thank everyone involved in making this opportunity a reality, and I can’t wait to start working with my all new team around the world.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Tekno RC have announced the signing of Barry Pettit to their factory team. The former Mugen driver is known for his dedication to RC cars and also willingness to help others on the track so he can be seen as a great asset to the company’s growing US team. Barry has the following to say about the deal:
For me, RC racing began going to the local track with my dad strictly to have fun and hang out together. Neither of us ever thought it would grow into such a large part of our lives. We have traveled to so many great places and met so many great people, and for that we are majorly thankful! There are so many people to thank for my success, but first I want to thank my family and my girlfriend for always supporting my passion and me. I am also thankful for ALL of the people who have supported, sponsored, and mentored me in the past as you have shaped me into the driver and person I am today.
Read Barry’s statement in full here
Mugen Seiki Racing have announced the signing of Cole Ogden to their team. The former TLR driver and The Dirt Nitro Challenge Nitro Buggy finalist will bring a tremendous amount of racing experience into the super star US team that includes icons such as Adam Drake and Mike Truhe.
Source: Mugen Racing [mugenracing.com]
Xray have announced the signing of reigning Italian Champion and long-time Xray privateer, Dante Piersante to their factory team. Dante will use the NT1 1/10th 200mm nitro on-road car in the national championship, regional races as well as selected international events such as the World Championships in Gubbio, the Italian Championship Series and also the ENS. Dante says:
As a private semi sponsored driver I have been racing with Xray for several years winning also my first national title last season. As Italy will host this season the World Championship I wanted to ensure to have the best possible chances and there was no other option for me than to team up with Xray factory team to have the best performing car and the most professional team in backup. I will practice and work hard the entire season to be ready for the Worlds. You can see me at all Italian races and I will be glad to help anyone. Thanks to Xray for this opportunity.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
