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July 1, 2026

RC Discharger High-Output LED Pit Light

Washington state based RC Discharger has released this High-Output LED Pit Light, a purpose-built lighting upgrade designed to mount directly to the RC Discharger Car Stand. Developed for competitive racers and dedicated pit crews, it delivers bright, focused illumination exactly where it’s needed—on the chassis, electronics, and tires—helping reduce setup errors and speed up turnarounds between heats. Unlike generic bench lights that clutter the workspace or cast uneven shadows, the Pit Light integrates cleanly with the stand to keep your pit area organised and consistent from race to race. The high-output LED design provides a crisp, stable light field that makes it easier to spot loose hardware, drivetrain debris, wiring issues, and shock leaks—especially in dim indoor venues or late-day outdoor events. From a technical standpoint, the LED-based solution offers efficient, low-heat operation and reliable performance during long race days, supporting quick, repeatable maintenance without the distraction of excessive heat or fragile bulbs.

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July 1, 2026

T-Works XB8 PEEK Shock Shaft Guides

T-Works has expanded its PEEK Shock Shaft Guides to cover more 1:8 buggy models with the addition of a set for the Xray XB8 platform. Made from upgraded PEEK (Polyether ether ketone) material they offer heat-resistant, ultra-wear-resistant, high-strength, and longer service life. Compared with POM (Polyoxymethylene) they also comprehensively improve performance through creating a smoother more durable high precision suspension.

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

June 30, 2026

Hudy Balkan Series Round 1 Bulgaria – Report

The 2026 HUDY Balkan Series got underway at Multi RC Track in Shumen, Bulgaria over the weekend, with Xray’s Christian Kostadinov and Mugen Seiki’s Nathan Atlani taking Round 1 honours in the two featured classes. In the Elceram Modified class, qualifying saw Razvan Stroe edge out his nearest rival by just 0.02 seconds to claim TQ, with Kostadinov and Borislav Tranchev — making a welcome return to competition after several years away from the sport — also in contention. A1 fell to Kostadinov, who started from third on the grid and capitalised on a late mistake from Stroe to snatch the win in the closing stages. Kostadinov doubled up in A2 with a bold outside move through one of the circuit’s more demanding corners to seal the overall victory. In the EZpower Stock 13.5 Outlaw TC class, five qualifying rounds produced some of the tightest racing of the day, with Atlani, Christian Kostadinov and Viktor Georgiev trading pace throughout the session. When the dust settled, Atlani emerged on top to take the overall qualifier ahead of Kostadinov and Georgiev. The final reflected the qualifying battle, with Atlani converting his pole position into victory. Kostadinov crossed the line in second, while Georgiev rounded out the podium in third.

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June 30, 2026

Stanley defends Queensland State Title

Brayden Stanley has successfully defended his SpeedyRC RCRA QLD Electric Touring Car State title, the factory ARC driver taking the 2026 win at the Bayside R/C Car Club hosted race in Brisbane. The 20-year-old would secure the overall TQ as he took his A11 to the fastest time in 3 of the 4 qualifiers. Topping the times in Q3, Infinity’s Jesse Davis would line up 2nd on the grid ahead touring car returnee Christopher Sturdy, RC Maker’s Jeff Hamon, and Schumacher’s Simon Nicholson. In the triple finals after a DNF in A1, Davis taking that win, Stanley would control A2 & 3 to defend his 2025 Queensland State title. With a 2nd in A3, Hamon would compete the podium behind Davis with Sturdy finishing 4th. In 13.5 Touring it was Jordan Caruso took the spoils while 21.5 Superstock, the biggest category of the championships, it was Josh Evans who took the TQ and win.

Source: Brayden Stanley [Facebook]

June 30, 2026

SkyRC Q500neo AC/DC Four Port Smart Charger

SkyRC has introduced their new Q500neo, a high-performance AC/DC quattro smart charger designed for RC enthusiasts who need to charge multiple battery packs efficiently. Featuring four independent charging channels, the Q500neo delivers up to 25A per channel with a maximum output of 500W on AC input and 1000W on DC input. Its intelligent power distribution allows channels A and D to provide up to 250W each, while channels B and C support up to 500W each for more demanding battery setups. A built-in 90° foldable display offers improved visibility and portability, while Bluetooth connectivity enables full control through the SkyRC app, including real-time monitoring, charging graphs and OTA firmware updates. Additional features include 1.5A balancing current with ±0.01V balancing accuracy, reverse discharge with up to 1100W energy transfer between channels A and B. Supporting a wide range of RC battery chemistries, this makes the Q500neo a versatile charging solution for FPV pilots, RC racers and model enthusiasts alike.

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June 30, 2026

Harper wins British Championship Round 3 at Halifax

Schumacher’s Elliott Harper took the third round of the British 1:10 Electric Touring Car Championship over the weekend, the reigning BRCA Champion claiming his second consecutive win of the season at the Halifax hosted encounter. Claiming the first win of his title defence last month at Stafford ahead of Round 1 winner Kyle Branson, Harper would TQ the latest round of the 5 round championship. Behind him team-mate Matthew White secured the no.2 spot with Round 2 podium finish Matthieu Dambrine completing the Top 3 on the grid after the completion of the 4 rounds. In the double finals Harper won the opening race from White before claiming the overall with the A2 win over Xray’s Harley Eldridge. Qualifying P7, that result would give Eldridge her first podium of the season behind White and ahead of Dambrine and Chris Grainger. In 17.5 Stock Zak Finlay took the win ahead of Finley Whitelock and James Hart.

Image: Schumacher [Facebook]

June 30, 2026

Futura Tyre Additive

Following the recent announcement of its first car kit, the Futura F1, the new Italian brand has released a new range of tyre additives. Suitable for both rubber and foam tyres, the range offers three distinct additives designed for different track and grip conditions. The Red labelled additive is the most aggressive and is ideal if you want significant, uniform, and consistent grip throughout the entire race. Blue is better suited for tracks that already have grip, where good rolling speed is preferred without sacrificing substantial traction. Yellow is designed for greater rolling speed on tracks that already offer high traction.

Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]

June 29, 2026

Reedy Stockstar 480mah 65c 7.4v 1:28 Lipo

Reedy Power has added to its offering of 1:28 racing specific Lipo batteries with the release of this 480mAH 65C 7.4V pack. Engineered for maximum power, durability, and efficiency, this cutting-edge battery is set to redefine performance standards in the increasingly competitive world of 1:28 micro racing. With a 65C rating and 480mAh capacity, it provides explosive power and run time across all 1:28 racing classes. Weighing just 18 grams, this lightweight battery ensures optimal car handling. A high quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while embedded 2mm socket connectors keep power robbing resistance to a minimum.

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]