May 26, 2014

New H-Speed cleaners & air filter oil

New H-Speed cleaners & air filter oil

H-Speed, the brand of European frontrunner Hupo Hönigl, introduce three new chemicals to make the RC car life easier. First up is Magic Car Clean, a products that helps to get rid even of heavily backed dirt. A special formula prevents the parts from becoming oily preventing dirt and dust to excessively stick the parts once they are treated with the cleaner. Also new is True Tire Clean, a chemical that is used to clean the gluing surface of tyres and rims. The product also freshens up the compounds of older tyres and first tests indicate that it can also improve the handling of touring car tyres. Last but not least comes the Ultra Strong Air Filter oil whose special formula will make engines last longer even in the dustiest of conditions.

Source: H-Speed [h-speed.at]


May 26, 2014

Andrea Di Cecco wins at Triveneto regional champs

Andrea Di Cecco wins at Triveneto regional champs

The Regional Championship of Triveneto AMSCI was held at the beautiful but slippery track of Eraclea near Venice. JQ Products driver Andrea Di Cecco (JQ/Reds/AKA) took TQ from Roberto Vidotto (Mugen/Reds/AKA) and Davide Ongaro (Mugen/Novarossi/Procircuit). In the Main, after an unfortunate start, the loss of several positions and precious seconds, Andrea began to make constant fast laps without any mistakes and he eventually took over the lead without losing it till the end of the race. Roberto Vidotto (Mugen/Reds/AKA) came in 2nd while Federico DeMarco (Mugen/Reds/AKA) completed the top 3 result.

Source: JQ Products [jq-products.com]


May 26, 2014

Kyle McBride doubles at ACT State Championships

Kyle McBride doubles at ACT State Championships

The Australian ACT State Championships was hosted in Canberra, attracting all of Australia’s best drivers from across the country with around 150 entries for the weekend. The track is always known for having an amazing groove and technical/fun layout. Kyosho’s Kyle McBride started off the weekend well managing to pick up the overall TQ both the Nitro Buggy and Nitro Truggy class. He started off pole position for the main finals and managed to create a gap at the start and pull away in both finals. He ended the finals with a lap up on 2nd place in both classes and the rest of the field and took the state championship for both classes this year.

Click here to view the Truggy podium


May 26, 2014

Robert Batlle wins Spanish nitro off-road nationals Rd2

Robert Batlle wins Spanish nitro off-road nationals Rd2

The 2nd round of the Spanish nitro off-road nationals took place last weekend at the Santa Oliva track. Despite coming late to the starting grid of the final due to a supposed receiver battery connector issue, Mugen’s Robert Batlle took his Novarossi-powered buggy to a convincing win. Bryan Baldo (Mugen/Novarossi) with a flame out and Andres Marcelino (RB/RB) lined up behind. Carlos Pineda (Mugen/Ultimate) and Jaume Figuls (Mugen/Alpha) completed the top 5 result.

Source: InfoRC [inforc.net] | Image: Robert Batlle


May 24, 2014

Hartson & Motter take wins at JBRL Rd4

Hartson & Motter take wins at JBRL Rd4

The 4th round of the 2014 JBRL Electric series, hosted by OCRC Raceway in Huntington Beach, CA would see 265 entries with some of the areas fast guys plus several drivers coming in from out of state. Steven Hartson took the win in the 2WD Modified Buggy with Kevin Motter in 2nd and Jake Thayer in 3rd. Steven also swept the Modified Truck class while Kevin Motter came out successful in 2WD Modified Short Course. Jake Thayer then went on to win the Super Stock Buggy class. Round 5 of the series will be hosted by Controlled Chaos Raceway located in Palmdale, CA on June 14th.

Click here to view the other podiums


May 24, 2014

Pro-Line EB48.2 Phantom bodyshell – Sneak peek

Pro-Line EB48.2 Phantom bodyshell – Sneak peek

Pro-Line soon have a Phantom design bodyshell for the Tekno RC EB48.2 1/8th E-buggy available. Making use of the distinctive Phantom design, that was first introduced for 1/10th scale buggies, the body features a Stealth Fighter-ish cabin, edged sidepods and a rear section with an optional rear fin for improved airflow towards the rear wing. All information about the body and a release date will be available soon.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]


May 23, 2014

Pedro Miguel Sousa wins at Portuguese buggy regional

Pedro Miguel Sousa wins at Portuguese buggy regional

The 2nd round of the Northern Portuguese 1/8th off-road regionals took place in Avanca near Averio. In the final Pedro Miguel Sousa looked to be in control of things until he ran into engine trouble meaning he would have to fight for the top position again. At the end a strong performance brought him the win in front of Hugo Cunha and Nuno Filipe Ferreira. Gabriel Magalhaes and Francisco Ferreria completed the top 5 result.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


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