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February 9, 2024

PNP-RC IF18/RX8 Carbon parts

New Spanish onroad accessories and optional parts brand PNP-RC (Pata Negra Parts) has announced the upcoming release of its latest carbon parts intended for 1:8 onroad chassis from Infinity and Xray. For the IF18-3, they have produced a Radio Box 1.5mm Spacer with the carbon piece mounted in between the carbon radio tray and the plastic radio box lowering the complete radio box 1.5mm resulting in a lowered CG. Also for the IF18 is the Front-Stiffner which is used in the forward holes of the front bulkheads, increasing the stiffness of this area making the car easier to drive. For Xray’s RX8 they have created a Bumper Stiffer which increases the strength of the bumper and also makes the looks of the front area more aggressive.

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February 9, 2024

Lens Bodies Ghibli 2.0 Touring Car Body

Having announced their first ever 1:10 touring car body last May, Lens Bodies has released digital renders of a new evolution of that design, the Ghibli 2.0. Based on the experience of some of the best drivers in the category and after several hours of development and track tests, the Ghibli 2.0 is delivers better cornering due to the more tapered shape of the front wheel arches, and better grip thanks to the stiffening of the rear axle. The body shell contributes to an improvement in lap times, making driving more relaxing leaving you more concentration to improve your speed. The new Ghibli 2.0 will be available by mid February.

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February 8, 2024

Shepherd Velox 8.2 Rear Shock Tower Mounting Set

In the first of a series of new option part releases since its take over last by David Spashett’s Zen Racing, onroad nitro chassis manufacturer Shepherd has released a new Rear Shock Tower Vertical Mounting Set for its Velox 8.2. The new rear Shock mount for its flagship 1:8 onroad chassis offers a much more tuneable option for the rear shock angle.

Source: Zen Racing [zen-racing.co.uk]

February 7, 2024

Miedema joins Fenix Racing

Specialist 1:10 Formula 1 racer Jitse Miedema has joined Italian manufacturer Fenix Racing for 2024 on a multi year deal. The ETS Winner, World Cup finalist, European Championship finalist and Dutch Champion joins Giorgio Favaretto’s passionate F1 RC brand after a long stint with Infinity having played a key role in the development of the Japanese company’s IF11 Formula 1 chassis. Commenting on his new deal, the personable Dutch driver said, ‘Very happy to now be part of Fenix Racing. Also I’m still very grateful for everything Infinity has done for me. Time for a new chapter!!’ Miedema’s first big outing with his new car will be the International Dutch F1 Masters in March of which he is the defending Champion.

Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]

February 7, 2024

Schumacher bolster MIBO entry with Kobbevik & livonen

Schumacher Racing has bolstered its entry for the upcoming MIBO International Race in the Czech Republic with the news Daniel Kobbevik and Pekko Iivonen will join Michal Orlowski at the second edition of the event on February 16-18th. Having the British manufacturer previously confirming Orlowski would be taking on the event’s unique double track build, racing for both the onroad and offroad titles, he will be joined by Kobbevik in offroad and Iivonen in Touring Car. A multiple Norwegian National Champion and former European Championship Top Qualifier, Kobbevik will be in the mix for Schumacher against strong opposition led by Sworkz’ Joern Neumann. The 2023 Finnish Modified Touring Car National Champion, Iivonen has had a strong start to the 2024 season making the A-Main at the recent ETS Daun and he will be hoping to build on that as he goes up against the likes of Orlowski, Mugen Seiki’s Ronald Volker and Yokomo’s Christophet Krapp at the Sports V Hotel venue in Hrotovice.

Source: MIBO [mibosport.com]

February 6, 2024

Blitz Pista-10 1:10 190mm GT Bodyshell

New from Blitz is the Pista-10 2 door GT body designed for all 1:10 190mm electric power touring cars. With a super low stance, the high-performance aerodynamic body provides a stunning look and easy handling for all levels of driver. The rear wing comes with 2 cut lines allowing driver choose a higher or lower wing, the higher wing gives more stability while the lower wing can give the car more steering. The PISTA-10 comes in standard weight and or a 0.5mm lightweight version and is supplied with window mask and light decals.

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February 5, 2024

Infinity IF11-2 1:10 Formula chassis

Creation Model has released their new 1:10 Formula chassis, the Infinity IF11-2. The car latest IF11 has been reborn as a wide-tread and foam tire-compatible model. The hybrid monocoque chassis which is the identity of the Japanese manufacturers competition Formula car, has been retained. New features of the IF11-2 are the rear wing mount is integrated with the rear diffuser, reproduced for the first time ever in an Infinity kit using 3D printed nylon resin molded parts. One of the symbolic parts of the IF11-2, it is based on the IF11’s concept of combining scale and performance at a high dimension. Most of the carbon plate parts and the rear bulkhead have also been redesigned. Stable rear grip and traction. The new design provides sufficient steering response and high cornering speeds. The IF11-2 was developed with a focus on achieving a high dimensional balance of these elements. The front wheel is suitable for large-diameter wheels with an inner diameter of 40 mm or larger. Smaller diameter wheels (36mm inner diameter) can be accommodated with optional parts.

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February 5, 2024

Drake & Anderson join Hobbywing

Continuing its 2024 driver announcements, Hobbywing has confirmed top American racers offroad legend Adam Drake and 1:12 star Kemp Anderson have joined its official team line-up. A major figure not just on the offroad track but on the racing scene in general, Drake will be a huge asset to the electronics manufacturer and with Mugen Seiki now involved in the 1:10 offroad market with the release of their MSB1 1:10 2WD Buggy, his deal with Hobbywing should be mutually beneficial. Kemp, a leader driver on the US onroad scene, shot to international fame in December when he became the Top Qualifier at the IFMAR 1:12 World Championships in Florida using a Hobbywing ESC and motor and now for 2024 officially becomes a team driver as he continues his racing programme with Awesomatix.

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]