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May 28, 2026

2026 IFMAR ISTC World C/ships Stage 1 Report – Huge RC

Just announced over the weekend as the new venue & host of the 2026 IFMAR ISTC World Championships, Huge RC in Bangkok, Thailand, has published the Stage 1 report for the 13th running of the 1:10 Electric Touring Car World title race. Taking place from November 8-14th, the report outlines the basics around the replacement event and general details around the 60m X 30m indoor asphalt facility which has previously hosted two IFMAR Nitro Touring Car World Championships, the most recent of which was in 2024. In terms of officials, as was planned for the original hosting of the event in China, Australia’s Clive Silva from IFMAR with be the Race Director. As yet no tyres or additive brands has been announced for the race, with more specific details around the event to be confirmed in the Stage 2 report that Surikarn Chaidajsuriya and his team will present. In terms of entries, IFMAR has stated that priority will be given to existing registrations and requested that racers please make it known to their BLOC should you wish to attend (or to not attend). For those who did not have a previous entry, IFMAR expect there will be some spots made available with interested racers asked to contact their local federation or BLOC to indicate their interest.

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May 27, 2026

Takashima D-13 Mi10 1.1mm Spring Steel Chassis

Following the recent release of the Schumacher Mi10, Takashima D-13 has added its popular 1.1mm Spring Steel Chassis for the British manufacturer’s latest touring car. Like the rest of the 1.1mm spring steel chassis lineup, the newly developed version for the Schumacher Mi10 is designed to provide increased chassis flex, making it especially suitable for low to medium traction conditions as well as stock-class racing. To ensure proper fitment and performance, 120-degree countersunk screws are required for installation.

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May 27, 2026

Team Saxo 1:10 190mm GT Body

Team Saxo has released this new 1:10 190mm GT body shell. Made from high-quality polycarbonate, it features a design that gives a streamlined appearance together with a low centre of gravity. In terms of handling characteristics, Saxo say the design gives improved stability for an overall easy handling feel. The body diesnt not include a rear wing with Saxo TS01220 sold separately.

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May 26, 2026

Boost RC Lightweight Motor Cooling Ducts

Italian brand Boost RC has introduced a new line of lightweight motor cooling ducts, developed to maximise airflow efficiency and improve motor cooling performance in demanding racing conditions. Designed specifically for 30mm and 40mm cooling fans, the new ducts feature a compact and functional shape engineered to direct airflow precisely toward the motor while maintaining an extremely low overall weight. Manufactured using high-quality 3D printing technology and carbon fibre reinforced material, the ducts combine excellent rigidity, heat resistance and durability with a clean and professional finish. To further optimise weight, the design uses only two mounting screws for the fan installation. The 30mm version weighs only 3.7 grams and the 40mm version just 4.5 grams, making them ideal for racers looking to improve cooling performance without adding unnecessary mass to the car. To complete the package, Boost RC is also offering matching high-speed waterproof cooling fans, available in both 30mm (25,000 RPM @ 8.4 V) and 40mm (16,000 RPM @ 8.4 V) sizes.

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May 26, 2026

Reflex Racing MF-1 ABS Plastic Body Set

Texas based 1:28 Specialists Reflex Racing has unveiled its all new MF-1 ABS Plastic body set. The result of many years of experience in Aero and Chassis design, when setting out to create this body they wanted to have a highly detailed, scale model that was easy to drive fast. They say that his has been achieved by making the body super low CG, with low overhangs and subtle aerodynamic design elements to make transitions fast, rotation hard and high speeds with lots of stability. They have blended that with adjust-ability, versatility and lots of inside and wheel arch clearance so that you can fine tune the body to the chassis and class of your choice. Weighing 33 grams (with side clips), the body measures 98mm wheelbase, 81.5mm front width, and 82mm rear width.

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May 25, 2026

First French National win for Baranger

Shepherd driver Fabien Baranger claimed his first Elite Class National win over the weekend with victory at Round 3 of the FFVRC 1:8 Onroad National Championship. Having finished P2 behind reigning Champion Maxime Ripoll last month in Châteaubourg, young Baranger would go one better at the RSMA track near Paris. In qualifying it was Mugen Seiki’s Christophe Louis, podium finisher at Rounds 1 & 2, who secured the TQ ahead of Ripoll’s Xray with Baptiste Jimenez third and Baranger fourth. With Baranger winning his Semi Final he would bump up a spot to start P3 for the 45-minute final. With Louis leading early on, the race would see dramas for many racers including the leader, Ripoll and Baranger who suffered a flame out while in the lead. In the end strong pace, only himself & Ripoll posting 16-second lap times, would allow Baranger recover to take the win and end Ripoll run of race wins, the World Championship finalist recovering from his issues to finish 2nd. Louis would not be able to keep his run of 2026 podium finish going finishing fourth as Simon Bergoin, who initially took over the lead from Louis, claimed the final step on the podium.

Image: Shepherd Micro Racing [Facebook]

May 25, 2026

Matsukura takes Japanese 1:8 Onroad title

Naoto Matsukura is the new 2026 JMRCA 1:8 Onroad National Champion, the Infinity driver taking the title from reigning World Champion Shouki Takahata. Racing at 2023 World Championship host circuit Infinity International RC Speedway in Suzuka, the annual stand alone championship event would be effected by rain on Saturday causing the action to be cancelled. Managing to resume racing on Sunday, qualifying would be reduced to two rounds with Takaaki Shimo’s Infinity securing the TQ with his time from Q1. Topping Q2 ahead of Matsukura, Takahata’s Mugen Seiki claimed P2 with Matsukura ending up third. Having to come through from the Semi Finals Matsukura woould win his ahead of 2 time World Champion Tadahiko Sahashi. The other Semi final was won by the other half of the famous Japanese siblings Yuya Sahashi. In the 45-minute Main, 2024 Champion Shimo led from the front for the first 84-laps before Takahata took over at the front but he wouldn’t be able to repeat his 2025 win, as Matsukura found his way to the front where he would stay to win by just 4/10ths of a second. Setting the fastest lap of the race Shimo completed the podium on the same lap with Yuya Sahashi finishing P4.

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May 25, 2026

DAS Speed 1:28 Low Profile LiPo Plugs | Tabs

DAS Speed has introduced this new Low Profile LiPo Plugs & +/- Plug Tabs intended for 1:28 racing applications. Designed specifically for racers looking for a clean and compact installation, the low-profile gold-plated plugs help reduce unnecessary bulk around the battery area while maintaining excellent electrical contact and low resistance characteristics. The matching plug tabs make battery connection and removal easier, especially in tight chassis layouts where accessibility can become an issue during race day battery swaps. According to DAS Speed, the system was developed to provide a more practical and refined battery connection solution while also adding a premium visual touch to the electronics layout, much like the larger-scale connector solutions commonly seen in bigger RC categories.

Source: Das Speed [Facebook]