April 22, 2025

Serpent Medius X25

Serpent has released its latest 1:10 Elerctric Touring Car, the Medius x25.  The successor to their X20 ’24, Dominic Greiner, has played a major role in the improvements with the new car which will be offered in a Carbon and Steel version kit.  Serpent claim they have enhanced the flex characteristics, optimised the geometry, improved the shock geometry, lowered the centre of gravity, and increased reliability.  The new chassis are again symmetric, but Serpent has changed their flex philosophy and developed a different shape that greatly improves the car’s handling.  The 1.2mm steel chassis features a PVD coating, which significantly reduces wear due to its exceptional hardness. An optional aluminium chassis is also available.  The driveshafts now feature 2 type of joint-crosses to deliver super smooth transmission.  The split top deck philosophy has been maintained for the X25, but the range has shifted towards a softer feel. This change has led to improved performance with the new chassis shape.  Their split shock tower design has been modified for better integration with the upper arm mounts. As a result, it is now significantly more durable and reliable, while also being lighter.  The design still features incremental adjustment options.  The Lower Arm design from the X20’24 with various carbon inserts has been retained, but the shock pickup position has been adjusted for improved shock geometry.  Another improvement on the X25 are the linkages with the new construction more precise and allowing for easier adjustment of the tweak.  The car also gets new 13mm big bore linear shock absorber.

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April 21, 2025

Haberg confirmed for eSIC debut

Two time World Champion Alexander Hagberg is the latest driver to be confirmed for the Electric Singapore International Challenge (eSIC), the factory Xray driver set to make his debut at the third edition of race on July 12-13.   A race that continues to establish itself as a key race on the international touring car calendar, 2025 will mark the first factory representation at the event which is the headed up by Singapore’s touring car racer Nicholas Lee together with Chhua Jookiah.  Racing at the Marine Parade Radio Control Modellers Club track, the event has attracted official team entries from Mugen Seiki, Infinity, Awesomatix, Yokomo, ARC and Xpress and in 2025 adds both Axon, with  Hayato Ishioka, and Xray whose challenge will be led by Hagberg.  On the confirmation of his trip to Singapore, the Swede said, ‘Looking forward to racing in Singapore again after a few years!  The eSIC has established itself as one of the most competitive Asian TC events.  Can’t wait to be a part of it – and to meet both old & new friends as well as Xray customers and team drivers! See you in Singapore in July!’

Source: eSIC [Facebook]

April 21, 2025

Yokomo RS2.0 Optional Servo and Suspension Mounts

Yokomo has released two new option parts for their entry level Rookie Speed 1:10 Electric Touring car in the form of an Aluminium/Graphite servo mount and an Aluminium suspension mount set.  The servo mount is a hybrid structure that enhances the steering response of the RS2.0.  The stay connecting it to the chassis is made of aluminium, and a lightweight graphite plate is used on the upper side of the chassis to prevent excessive changes in the centre of gravity.  The servo itself is firmly fixed to the chassis to increase steering response and improve line tracing accuracy in corners.  The aluminium rear suspension mount, which also fits the previous RS1.0. is basically designed to have the same width as the standard one, but the rear rear suspension toe angle can be changed by interchanging the two types of bushings.  The kit standard (3 degree) bushing is the centre bushing, and by swapping the orientation of the offset bushing, the toe angle can be selected between 2.5 and 3.5 degrees.

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April 21, 2025

Team EAM batteries for Wahl

Team EAM has announced that 2023 TITC Open Brushless Champion Tim Wahl will use their batteries to power his touring car campaign.  The German driver, who is also a multiple ETS podium finisher, will represent the America brand at both European and World Championship level.  A driver renowned for his technical input having worked as a mechanic for Marc Rheinard and reigning Pro Stock World Champion Simon Lauter, on the Team EAM announcement he said, “Proud to join Team EAM!  In addition to the pure performance of the products, the project itself is super exciting.  I am looking forward to working with the team, bringing the brand to the next level.  Big thanks to Max and Eric for their trust!”

Source: Team EAM [teameamotorsports.com]

April 18, 2025

Reflex Racing MC1 30A 1:28 Competition ESC

Reflex Racing has announced the upcoming release of its MC1 30A Sensored Brushless ESC for 1:28 competition use.  The ESC is not just a re-labeled unit but a proprietary ESC and software designed from the ground up specifically for 1:28 and other Micro scale racing.  Curated to use the highest quality components, the result is an Ultra-High Performance, super adjustable and durable ESC.  Housed in a black anodised aluminium case, the ESC is adjustable via the Texas based company’s MC1 Programming Box and has been designed to be used with a soon to be released bluetooth dongle and App.  Pre-orders for the ESC and Programming Box are already open.

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April 17, 2025

Reflex Racing RX550 Aluminium 1:28 Tweak Station

1:28 and Mini-Z specialists Reflex Racing has released a new Aluminium Tweak Station called the RX550.  Precision machined from 7075 aluminium and high grade stainless steel, this tweak station is precise, light weight and easy to use.  The tweak station features 3 adjustable feet as well as a bubble level to set the station level in North-South and East-West.  The Station pivoting bar is also ball raced for minimum friction and maximum precision.  The station is compatible with any wheelbase from 98mm all the way to 116mm so most 1:28 cars should be able to be adjusted.

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April 17, 2025

Wood wins British 1:8 Circuit National opener

The opening round of the BRCA British 1:8 Circuit National Championship took place last weekend with former Champion Tim Wood taking a debut victory for the new Shepherd Velox V8.3.  Racing at the Brooklands track, which hosts 2 of the championships 7 rounds in 2025, Wood secured the TQ ahead of the Mugen Seiki of reigning Champion Alex Thurston with Andrew Hastings’ Shepherd completing the Top 3.  In the 30-minute final it was Thurston, winner of 5 races in a row last season, who took the early lead until a stripped 2nd gear ended his challenge.  Setting the fastest lap race Wood would go onto to secure a healthy win over team-mate Hastings with Thurston completing the podium.  Round 2 of the championship will take racer to the Cotswold track on May 3-4th.

Image: Shepherd Micro Racing [Facebook]

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