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June 11, 2026

Gimar ‘Black Sun’ .21 Onroad Engine

Italian engine tuner Gimar has announced the release of its new ‘Black Sun’ .21 1:8 Onroad race engine. Beginning with an O.S base, the internals are completely new and built in Italy and individual optimised. Running a long stroke 16.78 with 16.28 piston, it features the newest technology to guarantee the best performance and reliability. The 3.5cc ‘Black Sun’ has been given a new combustion chamber for 16% and 25% nitro fuel use which allows you to increase torque with all fuels. The engines get a new reinforced rod and rear Swiss WIB ceramic bearing for more power and longevity.

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June 11, 2026

Team Associated RC10 Sprint Edition Kit

Team Associated has another new RC10 kit variant, this time the American brand releasing the RC10 Sprint Edition Kit for 1:10 oval racing. Bringing their 2WD RC10 platform to the ovals and based on a Black Anodised 6061 Aluminium chassis, nose plate, and motor plate, key features of the kit are the new Stealth Retro Transmission which is B6 transmission in a retro case design. The Sprint Edition Kit also gets a new Sprint Car body and wings and 12mm hexes all around.

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June 11, 2026

Infinity IF15-2 Expanded Gear Ratio Option

Reigning 1:10 Nitro Touring Car World Champion manufacturer Infinity has released an extended gear ration option for its IF15-2. The new 60 Toith 1st gear and 55 Tooth 2nd gear are have been optimised to allow the OS 12TG engine to operate within its most efficient RPM range. With the wider range of gear ratio options available, it is now possible to achieve an even better matched setup.

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June 11, 2026

Schumacher CAT PB +3mm Wide Rear Straps

Schumacher has released these new +3mm Wide Rear Straps for its CAT PB 1:10 4WD Buggy that offer increased bump handling whilst also providing added stability through higher speed sections. A narrower rear hex will be needed to allow the width of the buggy to remain the same. To keep the same width the hex width must be reduced by 1.5mm each side. The team also recommend shortening the rear link on the hub and softening the rear spring by one rate when changing to these straps. The straps must be used as a pair and offer the most benefits in medium to high grip conditions.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

June 11, 2026

INOV8 Avalon Vortex 3DX Body Mount Spacers

A body shell that is a hot topic at the moment in the world of 1:10 Electric Touring Car, Australian aftermarket parts manufacturer INOV8 has released this 3DX Body Mount Spacers specially developed for the new Avalon Vortex. They are 3D Printed from tough and lightweight ASA Material to keep maximum durability and minimum weight as such a crucial part of your body shell. With the Avalon Vortex Wing Struts being so high, they had to find a solution to allow enough length on the body mounts to position the body at the correct heights. Rather than making all new carbon extensions for one body, they chose to develop these spacers which can be used with the original extensions everyone already owns. Two versions are available, with 10mm is more common for those running less rake and 15mm for more rake. Designed for use solely with the INOV8 X-Lite Body Mount, as it locates perfectly to the top of the mount to ensure everything stays in line. They can be re-used from body to body!

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June 11, 2026

T-Works X5B Hard Coated Alu Multi-adjust Shock Caps

Adding to its range of aftermarket parts for Hong Nor’s X5B 1:8 Buggy platform, T-works has introduced these Hard Coated 7075-T6 Aluminium Multi-adjustment Shock Caps. The new shock cap comes with 3 different seals – honeycomb, round cap and O-ring, allowing you to built the shocks with the rebound best suited the track conditions you are running on.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

June 10, 2026

Infinity IF18-3 Titanium Steering Rod

Infinity is now offering Titanium Steering Rods for their IF18-3 !:8 Onroad car. The high-precision steering rods are precision-machined from lightweight 64-grade titanium and by increasing the diameter compared to the standard kit part to enhance rigidity. This delivers superior steering response and effectively withstands extreme cornering forces. Thanks to the redesign of the dimensions, it can now be adjusted using Infinity’s A0118 4mm–5mm Turnbuckle Wrench.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

June 10, 2026

SkyRC LapWiz RC Lap Timing & Performance System

Best known for its extensive battery chargers SkyRC has added to its growing range off racing accessories with the release of the LapWiz RC Lap Timing & Performance System. LapWiz brings professional-grade lap timing, race management and performance analysis to racers and clubs in a compact, portable package. Using high-sensitivity IR technology, the system delivers fast and reliable lap detection for both indoor and outdoor tracks while supporting real-time timing, voice race announcements, Shadow Run training, wireless big-screen casting and cloud race records. Available with multiple transponder options including Standard, Enhanced, Battery-Powered, and Mini-Z versions, LapWiz is designed to suit everything from casual backyard practice to competitive club racing. Combined with the SkyRC app, racers can manage events, track performance, compare results and share race data with ease. Powered by two AA batteries, LapWiz delivers up to 300 hours of race time. The status LED automatically turns off after 3 minutes of inactivity while maintaining the connection for a seamless user experience. A programmable auto power-off function further reduces power consumption and helps maximise battery life.

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