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July 8, 2026

2026/27 Essex Winter Series – Announcement

While most of Europe is currently basking in sunshine and enjoying racing outdoors, the popular British based Essex Winter Series has unveiled their 2026/27 race schedule. Led by well known race announcer Oli Meggitt, the indoor EWS celebrates its 15th season this winter with 5 rounds of 1-day racing at the Deanes Sports Centre, in Thundersley, Essex. With EWS events built on a shared passion for racing and a respect for the time and effort put in by organisers and competitors alike, the series takes place on ETS-type carpet with the layout defined by their unique wooden corner kerbs. Sticking to its traditional format, qualifying is a round-by-round points system with the doors for each meeting opening at 7:30am and racing concluding around 5:00pm. In addition to the regular series, EWS International, a 2-day event that has become the UK’s top annual international Touring Car race, will takes place at the same venue over the weekend of December 5 & 6th.

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July 8, 2026

Infinity IF14 Speciale Titanium Ball Stud Set

Infinity has released lightweight, high-rigidity, high-precision titanium ball stud set for the IF14 Speciale. 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Containing 26 pieces, with each stud option also available separately as a pack of 4 pieces, The 4.2mm size features a boss on the ball section, which helps prevent the rod end from coming loose during turnbuckle adjustments or in the event of a crash. The ball surface has a smooth finish, ensuring smooth operation over the long term and they weigh 6 grams less than the standard steel version. The set comprises of 3 X 4.2mm x 3mm, 14 X 4.2mm x 5mm, 1 X 4.2mm x 9mm, 4 X 4.9mm x 4.5mm, and 4 X 4.85mm x 6mm. By shortening the lower pivot ball stud crew length by 0.5 mm compared to the standard kit, this design prevents the screw from protruding into the hub carrier.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

July 8, 2026

NJF Engineering 1:10 Shock/Diff Stand

New Australian brand NJF Engineering has released a range of pit accessories including this 1:10 Shock/Diff Stand. Designed & manufactured in Melbourne, the stand is intended keep your workspace organised and efficient when building, rebuilding, and servicing your shocks and diffs – whether you’re at the track or wrenching at home. Featuring modern acrylic design, it holds up to 4 x 1:10 offroad shocks, up to 4 x 1:10 offroad diffs, and has a large parts tray for shock caps, screws, springs, O-rings, and other small components. Quick and easy assembly – simply slide the sides and holders into place, it can also be used as a standalone parts tray. You can also add a personalised touch by customising the base with your name, making your stand easy to identify and uniquely yours at the track. In addition to the Shock/Diff Stand, Nathan Facciol’s NJF Engineering also offer a range of Tool Holders and Shock/Oil Storage Boxes.

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July 8, 2026

Avid Guardian 2.2 V2 2WD Slim | 2.2 4WD Front Carpet tyres

Avid Racing Concepts has expanded its tyre range with the introduction of the Guardian 2.2” V2 2WD Slim Front and 2.2” 4WD Front Carpet Tyres. The Guardian V2 Slim Front builds on the proven Guardian V1 by eliminating the break-in run and increasing high-speed and on-power steering while maintaining the smooth, predictable handling racers expect from the Guardian lineup. Designed to deliver competitive lap times without the nervous feel of more aggressive tyre designs, it also extends tire life to keep performing run after run. After releasing the Guardian V1 and receiving feedback from racers, one request came up consistently from Mod and 17.5 drivers. They wanted a tyre that was ready to race from the very first lap at major events while providing more high-speed and on-power steering, especially on lower grip tracks and tracks where tire sauce is not permitted.

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July 7, 2026

Sturdy doubles at Queensland State Titles

Christopher Sturdy pulled off the double at the SpeedyRC backed 2026 QLD 1:10 Offroad State Titles, the Schumacher driver taking his 30th State title when he backed up his 2WD win with the 4WD title on the Sunday. Racing at his home track Chargers RC, Sturdy, who joined Schumacher for the 2026, secured the 4WD TQ after topping all four rounds of qualifying with Jordan Isergin and Lachlan Munday completing the Top 3 on the grid. In the finals, Sturdy took the opening encounter ahead of Munday and wrapped up the title in A2 with the win over Isergin who claimed P2 overall. In the previous day’s 2WD action the multiple Australian National Champion secured the TQ ahead of Munday’s Team Associated and Phoenix Eggleton’s Sworkz. From the front Sturdy won A1 & 2 to secure the title with Munday and young Eggleton completing the podium. In the Stock classes it was also a double weekend for Team Associated’s Rob Maycock winning 2WD from Nathan Graham and 4WD from Gopal Pavlich.

Image: Chris Sturdy [Facebook]

July 7, 2026

TLR 22X-4 2.0 Spur Gear Options

Team Losi Racing has released two new Spur Gear options for it 22X-4 2.0 1:10 4WD Electric Buggy Platform. With stock racers in mind, 22X-4 2.0 owners now have smaller spur gear options available for both the center diff and decoupled slipper configurations. On the Center Diff Spur they now offer a 75T option while for the Slipper Spur racers can now go down to 72T.

Source: TLR [horizonhobby.com]

July 7, 2026

IFMAR Large Scale World C/ships Stage 2 Report

Set to kick off IFMAR’s 2026 World Championship season, the world governing body has published the Stage 2 report for Large Scale World Championships which take place in Switzerland later this month. The first running of the World title race since 2022 after the 2024 hosting of the championship in Australia was cancelled, the 12th running of the Worlds looks set to be close to capacity with 145 drivers registers over the two categories – 100 for the Open/Mod class and 45 drivers for the restricted sportsman class. With the MRTM Lostallo track the home of Large Scale racing in Europe, reigning World Champion Markus Feldmann from Germany heads the entry and will chase his 3rd World title having won his first Worlds at the iconic track when it last hosted the race in 2013. With driver registration on July 26th, the first of IFMAR’s 4 World Championship events this year officially run from July 27th to August 1st.

View Stage 2 Report here

July 7, 2026

Takashima D-13 B7.1 2WD Buggy Spring Steel Chassis

Following the success of their spring steel chassis in the touring car category, Takashima D-13 has ventured into the offroad market with the release of a 1.2mm Spring Steel Chassis for the hugely popular Team Associated RC10B7.1 2WD Buggy. Having delivered an ultra-low centre of gravity, increased corner speed, and a unique driving feel in touring car they are keen to bring this technology to the buggy category. Designed especially for high-grip carpet and clay tracks, the Takashima D-13 B7.1 Spring Steel Chassis offers drivers a completely different driving experience compared to a traditional aluminium chassis. Manufactured from premium spring steel and weighing 166 grams, the chassis combines excellent torsional flexibility with outstanding longitudinal rigidity, allowing the suspension to work more effectively while maintaining stability under acceleration and braking. Compared to a conventional aluminium chassis, the spring steel version provides improved mechanical grip, smoother weight transfer, increased corner speed, and more consistent handling on high-traction surfaces. With its lower centre of gravity and distinctive flex characteristics, the chassis gives the car a more planted and predictable feel, making it easier to carry speed through corners while maintaining excellent stability. Just like our touring car chassis, the B7.1 chassis is designed to use 120-degree countersunk screws throughout. Racers can choose between Hex or Torx T7 Grade 12.9 hardened carbon steel screw sets, depending on their preference.

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