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January 4, 2019

Schumacher GP Series Rd2 – Report

The Schumacher GP Series round 2 was held at MB Models last weekend. A full entry of racers to the maximum capacity MB can hold split between GT12 and Touring cars. GT12 would run on Contact green stripe control tyres and Touring on Sorex 28RK’s ensuring a level playing field for all the drivers. In Touring Cars Schumacher’s top man Olly Jefferies was a class above all day, he led the way with a TQ and comfortable victory. Schumacher’s Marcus Askell and Chris Ashton would battle out for the 2nd and 3rd spots. It was Marcus who came out on top in the final by just .184 of a 2nd. A big shout out to youngster Morgan Thompson who had a great run to 4th from 5th on the grid.

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January 4, 2019

Xray sign Jake Mayo

Xray have announced the signing of US top driver, Jake Mayo to the RC America and Xray factory team. The former long-time Team Associated pilot will campaign Xray’s 1/10th and 1/8th off-road platforms at high-class events such as the Off-road Reedy Race of Champions, the Dirt Nitro Challenge, Surf City Classic, Top Gun Shootout and the ROAR Nationals. The multi-time Reedy Outdoor Off-road and JBRL Champion had the following to say:

I’m very excited to represent RC America and Xray in 2019. I look forward to working with the whole team and learning the new cars. Huge thanks to Gord Tessmann and everyone at RC America/Xray for the opportunity. Can’t wait to get the cars on the track!

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 4, 2019

Thimo Weissbauer teams up with Protoform

Protoform have announced the signing of top German young gun Thimo Weissbauer to their racing team. One of the fastest teenagers on the planet, Thimo has shot through the ranks to challenge the best touring car racers in Europe. After multiple Youth Championship wins, he broke through to make his first Euro Touring Series A-Final in late 2018. He will be representing Protoform in major electric touring races across Europe in 2019, and Thimo had this to say about joining the team:

When I drove my first club race many years ago, I already have used a Protoform body shell. A lot has changed over the time, I am in the Awesomatix team now, but I have been driving Protoform body shells since the beginning. And now I am super happy to be a new part of the famous Protoform team. Many thanks to Eric Epp for this great opportunity!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

January 4, 2019

Max Mächler signs with Sunpadow

Sunpadow have announced the signing of Germany’s Max Mächler to their international team. The 2018 EFRA European Touring Stock Champion and multi-time ETS Pro Stock winner will be a great addition to the team, bringing with him valuable knowledge of the very competitive stock class racing. Max, who also just inked a deal with Hobbywing to use their speed controllers and motors, had the following to say:

With the start of 2019 I will join the international Sunpadow Race Team. Pleased to work with their technical consultant Salton Dong and the whole team. I will use the full range of Sunpadow batteries for all my racing activities in the upcoming time.

Source: Sunpadow [sunpadow.com]

January 3, 2019

Cody King returns to RC racing

Kyosho America have announced the return of 2010 IFMAR 1/8th Nitro Buggy World Champion, Cody King to their team. Cody had to step away from racing for personal reasons earlier in 2018, following stints with HB Racing and Serpent. Along with Cody his dad Paul will be back in the pits and this is what Cody has to say about the deal:

I want to give a huge thank you to Kyosho for the opportunity to race for them again. As most people know, I had to step away from racing for a period of time, and now I’m ready and excited to get back to the track. For now I will just be racing locally, and take additional steps as it feels right. My focus is on keeping it fun, and getting back to competing again, I have missed it. Also, not only am I coming back, but my dad Paul also will be helping me in the pits again just like the old days. Can’t wait to see everyone at the races!

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

January 3, 2019

Protoform welcome back Olly Jefferies

Protoform have announced that IFMAR Worlds finalist, 11-times and reigning British Radio Car Association National Champion, Olly Jefferies has signed to their factory team for 2019. Olly will be showcasing PF’s bodies and accessories throughout the UK and other major European and international events. Protoform look forward to working with him at the races and testing grounds in 2019 and Olly had the following to say:

I would like to thank Protoform for supporting me in 2019. I look forward to working with this world famous brand and help test and develop new products.

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

January 3, 2019

Lewis & Switzer win at Year End Showdown race

The 2018 Year End Showdown was held at Southside RC in Lake City, Florida. In Pro Nitro Buggy it was Landen Lewis with the overall TQ and he would also bring home the win in the 20-minute A-main, leaving behind David Carmendy in 2nd and Rob Lupo in 3rd.

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January 3, 2019

Shin Adachi teams up with Muchmore

Muchmore have announced the signing of Japan’s Shin Adachi to their team through to 2020. The Yokomo engineer will power his rides using Muchmore speed controllers, motors and batteries while also using the company’s chargers and accessories. Shin says:

I am very exciting to joint Muchmore Japan 2019-20. I really like Muchmore products! Speedo, motor, battery, chargers and more. I will helping that products develop. I also helping team driver and customers! See you at tracks guys!

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]