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October 16, 2026

Xray X4 Short Hard CFF2 Lower Arms

Xray has added the option of Hard version of their CFF2 Short Lower Arms for the X4’26 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Short CFF2 suspension arms provide more aggressive and reactive handling compared to the standard long arms. The shorter geometry allows more chassis roll and increases initial steering, making the car more responsive in tight and technical sections and improving steering on technical tracks. In high-traction conditions, the short arm geometry improves rotation and provides freer handling. The Hard material further reduces suspension arm flex, helping to increase rotation and responsiveness. For best performance, the latest Short Hard CFF2 suspension arms are recommended in combination with the Hudy Spring Steel 1.2mm Chassis.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

October 16, 2026

Schumacher Eclipse 6 Steel Chassis Upgrade Set

Reigning 1:12 World Champion manufacturer Schumacher has released this Steel Chassis Upgrade Set for its Eclipse 6. It was developed to deliver smooth, predictable handling and improved drivability, particularly in the high-grip conditions commonly found in LMP12 racing. The specially developed 1.1mm spring steel chassis combines an ultra-low centre of gravity with a chassis width reduced by 11.5mm. Its reduced thickness lowers all chassis-mounted components by 0.9mm, helping to improve overall balance and handling. Weighing 91.2 grams, 7 grams heavier than the standard 2mm alloy chassis, the steel chassis has been engineered to provide fast yet easy-to-drive characteristics, with increased mid-corner rotation, a smoother feel and a wider setup window. The set includes the steel chassis, carbon fibre topdecks, side links and specially designed mounting hardware. The mounting screws require a Torx T7 driver with the Takashima T7 driver and handle available separately. The upgrade set is also compatible with the Schumacher Eclipse 5.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

October 15, 2026

8th Edition of MonTech NYGP underway at 360V2

The 8th edition of the MonTech New York Grand Prix got underway today with drivers enjoying a full day of practice at 360v2 RC Raceway in New Rochelle ahead of the weekend’s racing action. Attracting 140 entries, the indoor electric onroad race hosted by multiple 1:12 World Championship finalist Donny Lia, sees defending Champion Sam Isaacs head the entry. Winning both 1:12 Mod and Mod Touring Car last year on his return to the event after being absent in 2024, the Awesomatix driver was a late entry on the list. With 2 of the 4 rounds of qualifying on Friday’s schedule, the entry also includes Isaacs’ team-mate & reigning ROAR Champion Kemp Anderson, the returning Xray of Keven Hebert, and Excelerate’s Ollie Payne, the British driver always in the mix in the 1:12 categories.

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October 15, 2026

Team Associated RC10 Retro 80s Ultra Rider 2WD

For this week’s Team Associated release the American manufacturer gives us the RC10 Ultra Rider 2WD which they say ‘isn’t just a tribute’ but ‘a high-performance celebration of engineering that defined a decade.’ Combining the iconic aesthetics of the 1980s with modern Team Associated precision, the RC10 Ultra Rider 2WD is built for those who remember the thrill of the first dirt jump and those ready to experience it for the first time. At the heart of the RC10 Ultra Rider 2WD is the legendary front front and rear trailing arm suspension. This unique design captures the authentic look and feel of the era’s most innovative race cars and provides a nostalgic driving experience. AE say it ‘wouldn’t be a classic without the bling’ and their race-proven, oil-filled shocks offer smooth damping. With fully independent front and rear suspension geometry, the RC10 Ultra Rider 2WD soaks up bumps and sticks the landings with the poise of a modern champion. From the aggressive stance to the sleek, period-correct body lines, every inch of the Ultra Rider is designed to turn heads and stir up memories of backyard battles and local track glory.

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October 15, 2026

Senior Minister of State officially re-opened RCMC Marine Parade

While all attention was on the Singapore International Nitro Grand Prix marking the return of racing to the country’s only permanent track over the weekend, for the club behind the renewed RCMC Marine Parade track welcoming Senior Minster of State Mr. Goh Pei Ming to officially re-open the circuit was a significant occasion for the future of the club’s home. With a certain Kimi Antonelli bringing world attention on the track when he did a few hours of 1:8 Nitro testing on the new asphalt ahead of the Singapore F1 Grand Prix, Sunday morning would see the Minister perform the official ribbon cutting to mark the track’s reopening. Minister Pei Ming would also make a special presentation on behalf of the club to Kenji Taira owner of Infinity who have been the title sponsor of the Singapore International Nitro Grand Prix for many years. The presentation was in recognition of Taira’s support & contribution to the club. Following the presentation, the Minister then flagged off an exhibition race that included a starting grid of no less than 9-IFMAR World Champions! With racing having become somewhat compromised by the development of key bumps in the track’s 12-year-old surface, the country’s RC Community came together to crowd fund the re-surfacing so as to safeguard the track’s future as not only a venue for local racer but also as a venue to put Singapore on the international RC racing calendar with races like the Singapore International Nitro Grand Prix and the Electric Singapore International Challenge (eSIC). After a year off this year to allow for track work eSIC returns in 2027. With funding of the new asphalt a project led by Daryl Thong, work on the track was started in mid June and took only a week to complete however behind the scene the fund raising took a huge effort and many months of work. For his efforts, it was only fitting that Thong would be Race Director for the first race on the new surface and thanks to the new super smooth asphalt the weekend witnessed the track record tumble numerous times.

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October 15, 2026

Team Powers Fan Booster V2

Team Powers has announced the upcoming release of their all-new Fan Booster V2. Engineered to keep your electronics cold the latest Fan Booster get more power pumping out up to ~8.6V max output. Offering a massive airflow boost it increases your motor cooling fan airflow by 40% to 50%, drastically lowering motor temperatures. Weighing only ~4.5 grams it is the ultimate performance insurance for 10.5T to 21.5T stock class racing. Measuring 24.2 x 13.2 x 6.2 mm, it has a premium aluminium casing built for better heat dissipation and a factory-team look. Its universal fit is perfect for most 1S or 2S brushless ESC BEC outputs.

Source: Team Powers [team-powers.com]

October 15, 2026

ROAR Adopts New Touring Car Body Rules

ROAR, the the sanctioning body for RC racing in the United States & Canada, has announced it has approved additional technical specifications for 1:10 Touring Car bodies. With new competition body shell releases always divisive regarding the direction they have taken, on October 13th the ROAR Executive Committee voted on the new specs that have been added to the ROAR Rule Book (Pages 17-20). These new rules will take effect, and the temporary moratorium on body approvals will end, on November 1, 2026. The Body Submission Form has also been updated with a few additional requirements effective immediately. All TC bodies that were on the Approved List before the new rule was enacted, will remain legal for use at the upcoming 2026 Electric On-Road Pavement Nationals event at Valkaria Raceway in Florida. All new TC bodies must now meet the updated specs in order to be added to the ROAR-Approved List. Any previously approved bodies that no longer conform to the updated TC specs will be removed from the ROAR-Approved List on December 31, 2026.

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October 14, 2026

T-Work’s RC8 T4.2 Alu Wide Offset Wheel Hub

T-works has released these new Aluminium Wide Offset Wheel Hubs for the Team Associated RC8 T4.2 1:8 Truggy platform. Machined from 7075-T6 aluminium they are treated with a specialised black anodisation process for strength and durability. Their lightweight design boosts the truck’s acceleration, handling and fuel efficiency. With a slotted lock pin minimising risk of loosening and a complete set of four or sets of two, the +4mm Offset Wheel Hub weighs 5.2 grams while the 11.5 Offset Front Wheel Hub weighs 6 grams.

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