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January 6, 2026

EXO Design Works 91 12mm CVA set

To allow for wheel compatibility with modern buggies, EXO Design has released this dedicated 12mm CVA set specifically designed for the Yokomo Works 91. It allows the buggy to use standard 12mm HEX wheels found on modern buggies. This means if you run both vintage and modern RC buggies you’ll find this upgrade essential as it eliminates worrying about wheel compatibility. The set includes 4 X CVA Shafts (12mm HEX specification) however the HEX & Pin are not included. The shaft materials is identical to those used in modern racing buggies, ensuring high strength and durability.

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January 6, 2026

RC Discharger Tire Break-in Machine

US discharger specialist RC Discharger has expanded its range of offerings with the addition of this Tire Break-in Machine. Engineered to accommodate 1:10 Touring Car, VTA, and 2.2″ Off-Road tires using a standard 12mm hex mount, it runs on 7.4V input (2S LiPo) to 12V DC with an ultra-low consumption of less than 1 Amp. This ensures long runtimes without draining your pit supply or spare battery. Equipped with a high-quality XT60 input connector and a dedicated On/Off power button for safety and ease of use. Allowing you to save significant time, you let the Break-in Machine handle the work automatically while you manage other pit duties or prepare for your next heat. Providing maximum consistency it eliminate human error ensuring all four tires possess identical surface texture and foam compliance. It also primes foam inserts and softens rubber tires so they perform perfectly on asphalt, carpet, or dirt the moment they hit the track.

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January 6, 2026

JConcepts 1:8 Truggy Injection Molded Front Wing

JConcepts has released this new lightweight injection molded front wing for 1:8 Truggy. With 2 wings per package it is available in bright white, stealth black, fluorescent yellow, cool grey, and retro pink. The front wing on Truggy is a concept brought on by the JConcepts team during the 2022 racing season and since that time has been available as a vacuum formed part produced in polycarbonate. The front of the vehicle is often covered with a nose cone or item which can be painted or decorated to match the body shell paint or scheme. The front wing or scoop available in polycarbonate has since taken over providing some functional consideration to vehicle performance. The polycarbonate versions are often left clear or scuffed, but with new injection molded option, many colors are available to match. The durable nature of the material, the tall side dams built in conjunction with lower front lip gives the front-end benefits in high-speed turns, and sweeping sections. On most vehicles, it simply attaches using an existing screw or set of screws located on the front-end. In some instances, it might be necessary to source a 3mm BHCS to accommodate or mount to a vehicle. It is necessary to drill or ream holes to align with the popular vehicles listed such as the Tekno NT48 2.2, RC8T4, Mugen MBX8TR, Sworkz S35-T2 Evo.

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January 5, 2026

Schumacher announces Schimmel signing

While he was busy helping them claim a 1-2 behind new team-mate Broc Champlin at the Clash of Champions in the US over the weekend, 2WD World Champions Schumacher has officially announced their signing of Brennan Schimmel to its offroad team. After a 1-year stint with Xray, the reigning ROAR 1:10 2WD Modified Buggy Champion unveiled his move to the British manufacturer when he posted photos of his two new Schumacher buggies ahead of flying to the Hoosier RC Hobbyplex in Indiana for the first race of 2026. In the official announcement from Schumacher today, Schummel said, ‘As the Clash of Champions event has just concluded it was my first outing with the new rides and working with the team, I couldn’t be happier! Bringing home a solid P2 overall finish in 4wd also. I’m looking forward to getting back to the track to learn even more on the cars. A huge thank you to Muz, Robin and the Schumacher team for making this happen.’

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 5, 2026

EXO Design Top Force Conversion Kit

Kicking off its 2026 releases, buggy conversation specialist EXO Design introduces this kit for the Tamiya Top Force 1:10 4WD Buggy. By optimising the kit for Shorty batteries, the chassis is significantly lighter, providing a more agile and responsive driving experience. Compatible with both the Top Force and Top Force EVO, the competition version conversation kit made using premium materials and is optimised for performance and specifically designed for mainstream Shorty LiPo batteries. The kit includes 9 precision-cut carbon fibre parts, plus aluminium stand-offs, washers, and screws. Both front and rear shock towers are reinforced to 3.5mm thickness for maximum rigidity. Fully compatible with modern 1:10 buggy shock systems (e.g. the EXO-005SGD 12mm Big Bore Shocks), multiple mounting positions allow for precise suspension fine-tuning. A high-reliability design keeps your battery firmly on the chassis during intense racing and battery swaps are performed effortless by simply releasing one screw for a quick change.

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January 5, 2026

Team EAM Multi-Layer Graphene LiPo Batteries

World Champion US battery brand Team EAM has introduce its all-new Multi-Layer Graphene LiPo Batteries. Built around an advanced stacked graphene cell structure, this new generation delivers dramatically improved conductivity, current delivery, and voltage consistency under race conditions. They say this results in stronger punch off the line, higher average voltage across the entire run, and longer cycle life with sustained performance. With all types ROAR / EFRA / BRCA / ROAR approved, the Advanced Multi-Layer Graphene chemistry provides ultra-low IR and maximum efficiency and exceptionally stable voltage under sustained high load. With compact ultra-low profile cases for optimal chassis balance and centre of gravity, each pack uses premium purple copper, gold-plated 5mm bullet connectors.

Source: Team EAM [teameamotorsports.com]

January 5, 2026

Savox welcome Kaerup as team driver

Savox servos has announced 4WD World Champion Marcus Kærup as an official team driver for 2026. The highly talented Dane, who also won the 1:8 eBuggy World title in 2025, used Savox servos in his 1:10 World title winning Team Associated RC1084D and Top Qualifying 2WD RC10B7D buggies in Australia last October but now becomes an official sponsored team driver of the Taiwanese manufacturer. Welcoming Kaerup as a new team driver, Savox said that he will continue to run Savox servos across his Team Associated 1:10 buggies as well as in 1:8 Nitro and Electric buggies, and his TC8 Touring Car!, adding ‘We’re excited for what’s ahead.’

Source: Savox [teamsavox.com]

January 5, 2026

Champlin joins FlySky in new radio deal

2WD Buggy World Champion Broc Champlin is to use FlySky as part of his 2026 race package, the factory Schumacher driver making the announcement on his new deal with the Chinese radio manufacturer at the 2026 Clash of Champions event over the weekend. With FlySky having made huge market gains and and made quite a name for itself over the last two years, on becoming the latest World Champion to join the brand, Champlin posted, ‘I’m proud to announce my radio sponsor for the year of 2026 and beyond, Flysky RC. I first tried this radio in April of 2025 and was instantly sold. Due to the 2025 World Championships, I chose to stay with what I was most familiar with but after the Florida Carpet Championships, I began the switch. Whether they would end up as my sponsor or not, I chose this radio because it has all of the features I like best. I’m ecstatic to be apart of the fastest growing radio brand in competitive RC racing. I can’t wait to see all of my personal improvements and help the team provide a more quality and refined product for our community of racers. See you all at the races!’ It was a good official race debut for Champlin as he took the 4WD Mod TQ & Win at the Clash of Champions.

Source: Broc Champlin [Facebook]