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February 6, 2018

Diatta Collymore teams up with Wallace Motorsports

Wallace Motorsports have announced Diatta Collymore from New York City, NY as an official team driver and representative for WRC, Ielasi Tuned Engines, and Hot Race Tyres in the US. Diatta as well as being a top contender on the race circuit, brings years of industry experience to the table. Diatta had the following to say about the deal:

First off I’d like to thank all my previous sponsors RC America, Desoto Racing, Steve Odonnell, Reds Racing, Picco, & Pro Level Rc for the support in the past. Now about this new venture, I’m very excited to be working directly with Ben Wallace and an entirely motivated close knit group of people behind the scenes. Wallace Motorsports is more of a family than just another rc distributer or business. Are goal is to help to grow this sport and after experiencing it my self I can say that we are a true Team all in support of each other. Expect to see me track side at even more races through out 2018 both Nitro and Electric. I’d like to thank Ben Wallace for the opportunity and the support. I’d also like to thank Melvin Aulston, Troy Perry, and TJ Bradely for being key players in the daily functions of our brand.

Source: Wallace Motorsports [wallacemotorsports.net]

February 6, 2018

Factory RC YZ-4 SF carbon fibre option parts

Factory RC have announced the release of new carbon fibre option parts for the Yokomo YZ-4 SF buggy in the form of front and rear shock towers as well as a LiPo battery strap. The shock towers are both cut from high-quality 4mm black carbon fibre and the front shock stay comes milled out to reduce weight and increase airflow onto the front of the body for additional down force while the rear variant is marked for easy identification. As for the battery strap, the part sports an opening to allow in-car charging while using the balance port of the battery so there is no longer need to remove the back or strap to charge in the car. The brace uses standard hardware and is compatible with both standard height or low profile shorty packs. All parts are equipped with Factory RC’s ”Leading Edge” chamfered edge for cool looks and greater durability.

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February 6, 2018

Team Associated tease possible B6.1 2WD buggy

Team Associated have release a first teaser image of what could be the follow-up model to the popular B6 platform. With 2017 being an IFMAR 1/10th Buggy World Championship year many have already awaited a first vital sign of a B6.1 or even a B7 and now AE have started to unveil the latest incarnation of the legendary RC10 platform step by step as they did with the previous platforms. While the front end of the new buggy remains unchanged, Team Associated hint on a larger rear end revamp, stating “We love the front end of the B6, refined, simple, and incredibly adjustable, but for the rear end, we had some big plans! Some even questioned whether it could be done…so the engineers within #Area51 got to work. The result: Easier to work on Increased adjustability (more on this later) More consistent feel on track and MORE!”. The eagle-eyed of us would get a first taste of the changes to come when looking at Dustin Evans’ Reedy Race winning B6 that was equipped with new rear A-arms that feature inserts to adjust the lower shock angle. We bring you more updates on the buggy as soon as they become available.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

February 6, 2018

Dimitris Fotinos wins Greek XRS Off-road Rd1

The opening round of the Greek Xray Racing Series Off-road was held at the Fanatix Racing Track recently. The event saw the running of a sole 2WD Buggy class and had last year’s 4WD Greek champion, Dimitris Fotinos, setting the fastest lap in qualifying. Starting from 2nd on the grid was last year’s 2WD Greek champion Amaksas while on-road specialist Dimitris Ioannidis secured P3 at his maiden off-road outing.

Continue reading the report here

February 6, 2018

Xray RX8 2018 1/8th on-road kit – Coming soon

Xray have announced the soon release of the RX8 2018 1/8th nitro on-road kit. No official information about specifications and features is available yet but we keep you up to date as soon as more specific details become available.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 6, 2018

Juan Carlos Canas sweeps Sevilla Championship Rd1

The opening round of the Sevilla-Huelva Championship was held at the Lebrija track last weekend and it was Mugen’s Juan Carlos Canas with the TQ and win in the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class. Juan Carlos would have a pretty easy main, leading from start to finish as HB Racing’s David Ronnefalk, coming from the 3 spot on the grid, obtained the runner-up spot. The podium was rounded out by Agama’s Dani Vega, who started from P7.

Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]

February 6, 2018

Xray XB2 graphite composite rear upright

Xray have introduced the new graphite composite rear upright for the XB2 and XT2 series of buggies and trucks. The part is moulded from a special graphite material that is harder than the previous “hard” compound, making the hubs ideal for racing in high to very high traction conditions where they can improve handling and corner speed. The zero degree toe uprights are usable on the left and right hand side of the car, they offer seven outer ball stud positions and utilise an outer 5x12mm and an inner 5x10mm ball bearing.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

February 6, 2018

Yeah Racing M07 bearing-supported steering rack

Yeah Racing have introduced the first in a line of forthcoming upgrade parts for Tamiya’s M07 M-chassis kit in the form of a bearing-supported steering rack. The design allows for 2mm steering Ackermann adjustments and greatly reduces the excess play that is hampering the original steering. Ball bearings make for smooth steering action and the blue anodising and silver edge details add visual impact to the car.

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