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May 11, 2026

3Racing Zero Cero Touring Car

3Racing has announced the upcoming release of its Zero Cero 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Opening pre-order for their latest kit, the Hong Kong manufacturer say it is 15 years in the making. Named after the legacy that started it all the Sakura (Zero) and Cero, this car is a complete reinvention. 95% all-new design and featuring an ultra-low centre of gravity architecture, 3Racing’s signature pink colour scheme also makes its return. Key features of the Zero Cero include the chassis front end shortened by 15mm for sharper cornering with the full-width 77mm narrow chassis reducing lean contact in corners. Ultra-short shock absorbers give an eye-to-eye of just 34.4mm eye-to-eye. The kit also includes a dual-bearing differential with gasket oil seal and front triple-joint driveshaft with dual-cup for steering stability. The carbon fibre chassis is short-cell battery compatible and some of the all-new parts also compatible with previous Gen Cero models As a first batch bonus, due to ship on May 22, every kit will come with a free SAK-Z104B 1.2mm Steel Chassis.

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May 10, 2026

RaceOpt FFV4S Dolphin 1:10 FWD Touring Car

With the release of their FFV4 Dolphin at the start of 2025 generating lots of interest at the time, Hong Kong brand RaceOpt has updated its Front Wheel Drive Touring Car with the release of the FFV4S. The S kit features a new dual rear long trailing arm independent suspension moving away from the single piece suspension set-up of the previous kit. Having previously offer a limited edition Rear Suspension Conversion Kit, the updated FFV4S kit standard design of using two separate carbon fibre trailing arms helps to keep rear the wheels vertical, maximising grip and stability.

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May 9, 2026

Serpent legend Salven joins Ielasi Tuned

Ielasi Tuned engines has welcomed veteran 1:8 Onroad racer & Serpent legend Michael Salven to its team. The announcement was made at this weekend’s opening round of the 2026 Euro Nitro Series at Minidrom Ettlingen in Germany. A World Championship Top Qualifier, a European Champion, and multiple German Champion, Salven has been both successful as a racer, since joining Serpent in 1980, and as chief designer of their cars over the last three decades. In joining Daniele Ielasi’s engine brand, a racer with whom he enjoyed many on track battles, Salven joins Serpent’s star driver Andrea Catanzani in representing the Italian company and running their Pista Team Edition engine.

Source: Ielasi Tuned [ielasituned.com]

May 8, 2026

Awesomatix FFL-FXR Flex Links Set

New from Awesomatix comes this FFL – FXR Flex Links Set for their A800FXR FWD Touring Car. The set drastically increases the rear chassis flex which results in increased mid-corner rotation – particularly noticeable sharper turns. It also increases the agility while maintaining good rear-end stability, ensuring precise handling. Awesomatix advise that the 14 piece set can be only used with #2 and #4 wheelbase settings.

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May 7, 2026

Ielasi Tuned Terra Evo 2026 Buggy Engine

Italian engine tuner Ielasi Tuned has introduced their latest .21 Offroad engine, the Terra EVO 2026. They say every detail of the engine has been refined to give you the edge on the track with new features including a 7mm Short Venturi for sharper throttle response and optimised intake. An advanced backplate creates new internal “processing” for reduced friction and superior flow. The exhaust timing has also been refined and re-engineered for massive low-end grunt without sacrificing top-end rpm. The Terra EVO is finished with a fresh aesthetic new look for the carburetor and cooling head.

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May 7, 2026

Baird wins Irish Championship opener

Mugen Seiki driver Bradley Baird got his RCCAOI 1:8 Nitro Buggy Irish National Championship title defence off to a perfect start taking the win at the NIMCC hosted season opener. Round 1 of the 5 round new look championship took drivers to Ballymena in Northern Ireland and on the astro track it was Baird who dominated a rain effected qualifying. Topping all 5 rounds he would secured the TQ ahead of Dylan McBurney and Alan Scroggie. In the 45-minute final, Baird continued his form to win ahead of Andrew McClean, who started 4th, with McBurney completing the podium. Round 2 of the championship will see racers compete on dirt at the RCNI track in Bandbridge on June 20/21.

Source: RCCAOI [rccaoi.com]

May 7, 2026

LAP Paradise Int. Buggy Party 2026 – Announcement

With its track going viral on the internet when the world tuned in for its hosting of the Asian Buggy Championships two weeks ago, Malaysian track LAP Paradise RC Raceway has announced details of its annual International Buggy Party Race which takes place December 11-13th. With the track undergoing huge development works in preparations for its first hosting of an Asian Buggy Championships round, its large 3D layout and sealed surface, contrasted by its blue infield, was a huge hit with visiting racers including young Kyosho star Phi-Long Nguyen who took the double win and his main rival & Top Qualifier Mayako’s Pekko Iivonen. Situated in the south of the country in Johor Bahru, LAP Paradise RC Raceway is only an hour drive from major international hub airport Singapore Changi Airport. The amazing Malaysian hospitality also makes LAP Paradise RC Raceway a must visit race destination for 1:8 Offroad racers.

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May 7, 2026

Aerox Cloud 1:10 Offroad Rear Tyre Insert

Aerox, the accessories brand from British manufacturer Schumacher, has introduced their new Cloud 1:10 Offroad Rear Tyre Insert. The new insert provides extra support and stability to the tyre, creating a more comfortable feeling in all conditions. The soft material soaks up the bumps to increase consistency lap to lap. Sold as a part, the Cloud is best suited to low grip bumpy conditions.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]