April 13, 2026

Kurzbuch wins Ielasi Tuned Trophy

Mugen Seiki’s Simon Kurzbuch enjoyed another win on Italian soil, the Swiss racer backing up his recent win of the Pepe Group International Race with victory at the annual Ielasi Tuned Trophy.  A race first hosted by former World Champion Daniele Ielasi in 2015, the annual Ielasi Tuned Trophy again attracted some big names to the Northern Italian Leno track.  While last year’s winner Dario Balestri was absent from this year’s line-up, qualifying for the 7th edition would see Kurzbuch secure the 1:8 TQ ahead of Capricorn’s Toni Gruber, Infinity’s Francesco Tironi and Serpent’s Mirko Salemi while World Championship Top Qualifier Andrea Catanzani ended up P6.  While Gruber would post the fastest lap of the 45-minute final, the German could do anything about Kuzbuch taking the win, his margin 9.5-seconds at the finish.  Kurzbuch’s father assisted in pit lane for the final by US racer Paolo Morganti who nlw heads up Ielasi Tuned America.  Salemi would just hold off Simone Lotti for the final podium pacing.  Catanzani would finish P5 ahead of Tironi who hit problems late in the first half of the race but rejoined after losing over a minute.  In 1:10, Mario Spiniello took the TQ but retired from the final with Australian stalwart Gerhard Kandelhart, last year’s Top Qualifier but hitting trouble in the final, taking the win.

Images: Ielasi Tuned [Facebook]

April 13, 2026

INOV8 3DX Carbon Tweak Plate

Ryan Maker’s Inov8 brand has released new 3DX Carbon set-up items for 1:10 Onroad in the form of a new Carbon Tweak Plates and new Carbon Aligned 10mm Droop Block Set.  The tweak plate is a perfectly flat surface for de-tweaking your car that also features a centre cut-out to be able to access motor-mount screws from underneath, to aid in detecting chassis tweaks, and to be able to hold your car flat whilst you tighten motor-mount screws.  The plate is made from 5mm thick 6K twill matte carbon with engraved INOV8 “N” Logo and is available with both bronze or silver feet and features anti scratch/slip padding underneath.  The aligned droop block set presents a great solution to checking your droop with the set including a 4mm Rod, which is inserted into the 10mm Carbon droop blocks, keeping them aligned while you do your droop. This keeps the readings more accurate when checking tweak and droop.  A nice 3D Printed case keeps everything together, with the rod snapping on the side and the blocks sliding inside the case. Inov8 also have an additional block sold separately which can be used as a 3rd block which would sit in the centre of the rod.  This can be great to use the aligned droop blocks as a chassis tweak plate. This 3rd block in the centre prevents the chassis drooping in the middle.  The set comes in at a lightweight 18 grams making it perfect for travel to races.

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April 10, 2026

Infinity IF18-3 Super Light Weight Clutch Bell Guide

Infinity has introduced this Super Light Weight Clutch Bell Guide intended for its IF18-3 1:8 Nitro Onroad kit.  This optional clutch bell guide is made from lightweight, high-rigidity A7075-T6 aluminium alloy and finished with a special hard coating.  Use of this guide enhances engine pickup.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

April 9, 2026

Masters of Foam 2026 – Announcement

Establishing itself as one of the major annual races on the international 1:12 calendar, the Belgian based Masters of Foam has announced the 2026 edition will run from October 23-25th.  Hosted by Miniatuur Racing Club Zwevegem, the 2025 edition of the race attracted over 150 entries with British racer Ollie Payne doing the double.  Also counting 1:12 World Champion Alexander Hagberg as a previous champion, Masters of Foam returns to the same venue as last year, the OC De Spoele venue located in Zwevegem in the province of West Flanders which is in the North East of the country.

Source: Masters of Foam [Facebook]

April 9, 2026

Takashima D-13 Hudy 1:8 Set-up System Box

Further expanding their 3D Print Crystal surface tool collection box series, Takashima D-13 is now offering a solution for the Hudy 1:8 Set-up System.  Having previous had a case for the Slovakian tool manufacturer’s 1:10 Set-up System, the 1:8 option of Set-up System collection box also comes complete with a stand and is designed to store and protect the gauges from potential bending during travel.

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April 9, 2026

G-Force Racing GP-1 LRS Front

Thai 1:28 manufacturer G-Force Racing has introduced this LRS Front (Long Arm Suspension) for its GP-1 kit which it released last November.  It is designed to elevate the chassis performance with improved stability, smoother steering response, and enhanced front-end grip, especially under high-speed cornering and technical sections.  By extending the arm length, LRS optimises suspension geometry, reducing twitchiness while increasing control and consistency.  The result is a more predictable driving feel that allows drivers to push harder with confidence.  Built for compatibility with modern 1:28 platforms, the LRS system integrates seamlessly with high-performance components while maintaining a lightweight and durable structure.

Source: G-Force RC [gforcerc.com]

April 8, 2026

MR33 A800RR Y-Type 2.0mm Carbon Topdeck

New from Marc Rheinard’s MR33 brand is this Y-Type 2.0mm Carbon Topdeck for the Awesomatix A800RR Electric Touring Car.  Due to it’s very different shape, it changes the flex characteristics and is highly recommended when running a steel chassis.  The top deck can be fitted at both the front and rear, opening up new tuning options when it comes to the overall flex of the car.

Source: Tonisport [tonisport.de]

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