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December 19, 2025

Nitro Party 2026 China – Registration Open

Fresh from hosting the biggest Asia Touring Car Championship in FEMCA history last weekend, all visiting drivers hugely impressed by the massive multi track facility, Hongyu GDC has announced that registration for the inaugural Nitro Party on January 24-25, 2026, is open. Since the Chinese venue announced it would host the nitro onroad race on its large 80m X 43m track, Nitro Party has attracted world wide interest with 2024 European 1:8 GT Champion Natanaele Senesi the first international driver to confirm he will travel to the city of Foshan to fight for 1:8 GT honours. With a number of manufacturers expressing interest in sending drivers to the race it is expected to be one of the biggest nitro onroad races in Asia. With China lifting Visa entry requirements for many European countries and Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) one of the country’s main international airports attending the race is very accessible. Hongyu GDC is also within walking distance of a number of hotel options making it very convenient for racers and their crews. With classes for 1:8 Onroad, 1:8 GT Nitro and Electric, and 1:10 Nitro Touring Car, the race will feature spec tyres and controlled fuel. Teaming up with RC racing registration platform RC Race Pal (RRP), you can register your entry here where you will also find more details about each of the classes that will make up the inaugural Nitro Party. Having just recently covered the IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championship in Chile, Red RC is excited that we will be returning to the very impressive Hongyu GDC track to cover the Nitro Party and we are very much looking forward to experiencing the unique sounds & smells of top level nitro onroad racing again.

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December 19, 2025

Mikimodel MS2.0 Front and Rear Upper Decks

Adding further to its range of aftermarket parts for Yokomo’s MS2.0 Electric Touring Car, Italy’s Mikimodel has released these new front and rear upper decks. They have worked to develop a specific product for the front and a specific product for the rear, with the goal of providing the greatest possible traction while making the front end easier to manage. The “T”-shaped deck is dedicated to the front and its unique shape provides excellent entry into the wheelbase, providing excellent handling, making the car extremely easy to drive. The rear upper deck, on the other hand, is much stiffer, providing excellent traction and driving stability.

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December 19, 2025

Serpent SRX8GTE R 1:8 Electric GT

Following the release of its SRX8GT R 1:8 GT Nitro Car ahead of the IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championships in Chile, Serpent has now released the R version of the electric SRX8GTE. The R is the culmination of contributions from World Championship Top Qualifier Andrea Catanzani and his father, Roberto. Serpent has designed a new flat chassis based on the new IFMAR/EFRA rules and to enhance the flex characteristics, the new chassis is 4mm thick in most areas and is designed without side dams. It offers the ideal flex for a race car that is both fast and easy to handle. To still have the advantage of the kickup suspension Serpent designed a special front adaptor to keep the same front bulkheads and c-hubs. They have saved 53 grams (adaptor included) on the previous chassis. An optional carbon chassis with distinct flex characteristics will be available to enhance performance on specific tracks. This save 61 grams on the aluminium chassis with the adaptor included. Perhaps the most significant advancement of the R platform comes from the revised geometry. In addition to adjustments in the roll centre roll centre migration, and camber change, the narrower track width stands out as the most noticeable modification. Another key aspect is the altered relationship between wheel and shock movement. Specific to the Electric chassis Serpent has updated the Split centre diff design and improved the motor mount. With the existing slide system and 1 screw holding already being a great staple, we kept that the same. However, the motor mount’s shape has been also changed to accept the new split diff and has been lightened in the process to reduce weight.

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December 19, 2025

Hotrace V2 Carpet 1:10 Offroad Rear Tyre

Italian tyre manufacturer Hotrace has released an updated version of the its 1:10 Offroad Carpet tyre it brought to market at the beginning of 2025. The new V2 rear has the same carcass as the V1, but with an updated tread design that uses smaller, directional pin for improved performance especially on high grip track conditions. The Carpet V2 rear is available in soft, soft/medium, and medium compounds.

Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

December 18, 2025

Reedy Stockstar Competition LiPo Batteries

Reedy has announced the launch of its all-new Stockstar LiPo battery line. Specifically designed to meet the demanding power requirements of Stock class RC car racing, Stockstar batteries deliver unmatched power output and efficiency for racers competing under strict stock class rules. Incorporating new advancements in cell formulation, manufacturing and construction to reduce internal resistance, improve average discharge voltage, and increase 8.0V discharge times, they are offered in three configurations with more to come – 5000mah 7.4V 160C LP Shorty, 5800mah 7.4V 160C Shorty, and 6700mah 7.4V 160C LP Stick. These cover the needs of most stock class 1:10 onroad and offroad applications while also remaining a high-power alternative for modified class racers. A durable hard case features embedded low-resistance 5mm sockets to reduce power-robbing resistance with male ESC connectors included. “Stock class racing is all about producing maximum power with minimum fade,” said Rick Hohwart, Reedy Power manager. “Stockstar batteries were developed in close collaboration with experienced stock class racers to push the boundaries of what’s possible within class regulations. We’re excited to give competitors the edge they need to win, whether at local club events or national and international competitions.”

Source: Reedy [associatedelectrics.com]

December 18, 2025

INOV8 3DX Carbon 1:10 & 1:12 Onroad Car Stand

Inov8 has introduced this brand new 3DX Carbon Car Stand for 1:10 & 1:12 Onroad use. The stand combines a unique use of Carbon Fibre Plate, Tube and 3D Printed parts to bring you a stylish, durable and functional car stand for your touring car or pan car. The stand features a very thick 4mm top which brings great rigidity and durability. The Carbon infused 3D Printed Feet offer great stiffness and low weight. The hollow rolled carbon rods join the feet together to add additional rigidity and style. The feet feature rubber dots to prevent it sliding around on your setup board, and the top features durable adhesive rubber strips that prevent damage or sliding around of your chassis while you’re wrenching away. The signature “N” from INOV8 is embossed into the top of the stand in a way that doesn’t compromise its durability, but adds style. Weighing in at only 70 grams, this car stand is nice and lightweight for travelling!

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December 18, 2025

Midland Indoor Carpet C/ship Round 2 – Report

Based in Telford in the UK, Round 2 of the Midland Indoor Carpet Championship took place last weekend where fresh from his IFMAR 1:8 Onroad World Championship Finale debut in Chile, Alex Thurston took the Modified TC win. It was Thurston who continued his dominance from Round 1 to take TQ in all 4 rounds. Stefan Chodzynski would line up 2nd followed by Peter Eagles. Junior Andrea Torregiani lined up 4th with Liam Brookes and Sam Richardson close behind in 5th and 6th. Less than a second separating the three drivers. Thurston edged out Chodzynski in a nail-biting finish, with only a tiny margin separating the two at the finish. Eagles completed a fiercely competitive podium, finishing just behind the top two in what was one of the closest three-way battles of the season so far. Richardson, Alex Bold, and Liam Brooks were all tightly bunched behind the leaders, trading positions and keeping the intensity high throughout the race. Paul Chambers would cross the line in 7th, while Torregiani had a final to forget despite showing amazing speed all day.

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December 18, 2025

T-Works Compact Hard Case Tool Pouch

Adding to its range of storage solutions T-Works has released this Compact Hard Case Tool Pouch. The hard, pressure resistance. outer shell is made of woven cloth, matched with red two-way zippers and a brand-new logo, boasting a practical and easy-to-carry appearance. The storage pouch can accommodate 14 wrench tools, 10 small wrenches or other tools simultaneously.

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