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May 26, 2014

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

Choi Nak Sung wins at Korea Championships

The 2014 1/8th nitro on-road Korea Championships were held last weekend at the Hitec circuit. Choi Nak Sung took the TQ and race win in his second race for Serpent. Oh Yong Teak and Choi Sung Won completed the podium in 2nd and 3rd position respectively.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

May 26, 2014

2014 Reedy Touring Car Race of Champions – Report

The 2014 edition of the Reedy International Touring Car Race of Champions was run last weekend. After a 5-year absence the race took place at the Tamiya America track running a 13.5T Stock, Open Modified and the prestigious Invitational class. Both the 13.5T and Modified class where held in the standard format with triple A-mains while the Invitational class saw the iconic Reedy Race format with different heat lineups for each round. As usual the Invitational class collected the creme de la creme of today’s touring car drivers with the likes of Jilles Groskamp, Marc Rheinard, Andy Moore, Atsushi Hara, Ronald Völker, Meen Verjak or Paul Lemieux to name just a few.

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May 25, 2014

BRCA 1/8th Circuit National Champs Rd3 – Report

The 3rd round of the BRCA 1/8th Circuit Championship was held at the Wombwell circuit in South Yorkshire. This track was one of the first in this country to race 1/8th scale cars with many drivers saying it is one of the best drivers tracks around and once the grip is high and you have a confident setup, then it is a dream to drive and very rewarding after you have produced a good run. The track contains a narrow infield with a long straight and flowing sweepers which allows the car to change gear at least 3 times per lap. With the cancelation of last year’s event due to bad weather, it was the first time for many at this track and what also greeted the regulars were a new rostrum and race control cabin which has made a massive difference to the club setup and increased the visibility. With the weather forecast being sunny all weekend, it would be the first race of the year that rain would not play any part during the day.

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May 24, 2014

WRC STI extra hard A-arms

New from WRC Racing come extra hard front and rear A-arms for the STX touring car. The harder composite material makes for less flex of the arms in hot ambient temperatures thus giving increased steering precision and rear end grip. The parts also incorporate a new lower shock mounting hole for added tuneability.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

May 22, 2014

Arrowmax RC sign Marc Fischer

Arrowmax RC announce the signing of German front runner Marc Fischer to their team. Marc will use the company’s honeycomb series tools, setup equipment and silicone fluids to get the most out of his Serpent rides. This is what Marc has to say about the deal:

I am very happy to use Arrowmax tools, they are getting better and better and have right know the best quality, I am looking forward to work with Arrowmax together.

Source: Arrowmax [arrowmax-rc.com]

May 22, 2014

Baha & YL Tan win at DBKL GP race Rd2

The 2nd round of the DBKL GP on-road race was held at the Kuala Lumpur International RC Circuit with around 50 entries in the 1/8th nitro on-road, 1/10th 200mm and 1/8th GT classes. Due to massive rain on the final’s day, the organisers had not chance but to use the qualifying results to determine the winners. This handed the win of the 200mm class to Baha with Zoey Zac and Ben completing the top 3 result. In the 1/8th on-road class, YL Tan took the TQ and win from Suah and Haji Jusri who came in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

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May 22, 2014

Yokomo BD7-2014 aluminium main chassis

Available from around end of July is this aluminium main chassis plate for the Yokomo BD7-2014 touring car. With aluminium chassis becoming more and more popular in touring car racing Yokomo will soon have their own available. It is meant to improve traction and drivability on a range of surfaces and although exact specifications are not known yet, it appears to come in a gun metal or hard anodising finish. We bring you more information as we get them.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]