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January 9, 2013

JConcepts 2012 Chevy Silverado for Traxxas Rustler

JConcepts introduces the 2012 Chevy Silverado 1500 body for the Traxxas Rustler. Starting with its low-profile design, beefy fenders and noteworthy Silverado appearance, the 1500 body is inspired by the looks of a class leading full-size pick-up, loaded with performance features. Fitting directly on the popular Traxxas Rustler line of vehicles, the Chevy 1500 is just what you have been looking for. The JConcepts body is a racer starting with the slammed look and blended 1:1 inspired appearance. The Chevy 1500 pops out as a high-voltage performer and packs in the detailed design you have come to expect from JConcepts. Extruded front and rear fender flares for maximum tire and linkage clearance include a slight hood-scoop raised portion to bulk up the front-end. The rear bed has built-in clearance for the Rustler shock tower and shocks to help maintain that sleek appearance. The body comes included with a spoiler on the back of the body mold which can be trimmed and detailed to drop right on the rear and secured with 2 included JConcepts button head screws.

View another image of the Silverado here

January 9, 2013

T.O.P. Racing DX3R hauler bag

Further expanding their line of transmitter hauler bags, T.O.P. Racing have released their latest bag for the Spektrum DX3R. The hauler bag contains a pre cut foam insert for the transmitter and spare receiver while the outer shell is made from black padded material with red trim and a padded handle for easy transport.

View the internals here

January 9, 2013

Spec-R R1 aluminium gear diff joints

Spec-R have released these new hard coated aluminium gear differential joints. made from high quality materials, they are over 60% lighter than the standard kit version weighing in at only 1.4 grams per piece. Suitable for the Spec-R R1 & S1 kits.

Source: Spec-R [spec-r.com]

January 9, 2013

Team Orion signs Renaud Savoya

Renaud Savoya, who yesterday confirmed he had left RB, has signed for Team Orion. The 3-time European Champion had been with the French brand for 4 years and this move coincides with the Shark’s move to running electric offroad for main sponsor Xray. Reno joins David Ronnefalk on the European team and both will assist Adrien Bertin with the development of the company’s line of engines. Renaud had this to say about the deal.

It’s a real pleasure for me to join Team Orion. I followed for many years their dedication and great results in both electro and nitro classes, and I’m proud to be part of it now. We can’t be anything other than impressed with the professionalism they are bringing to our passion. Working with Adrien is a great opportunity for me, as we live close to each other, and we will have a real connection for developing and working on the nitro engine department. I will of course push as much as I can all the products made by Team Orion in all the classes I’m running! Can’t wait to start racing with my new updated package this week end in Padova for Italian Job! Don’t mess with the Shark!

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 8, 2013

Teemu Leino re-signs with Team HB

2012 1/10 Nitro Worlds TQ Teemu Leino has re-signed with Team HB for the 2013 season. Coming off a promising 2012 season Teemu is looking forward to an even better 2013 when he will once again be campaigning the HB TCXX, R10 and D812 platforms. Teemu Leino had this to say about the deal:

I’m really looking forward to 2013 with HB x HPI Racing as they have made great job to have top performance cars in each category that I race. 1/10 Electric TCXX, 1/10 Nitro R10 and 1/8 Off-Road D812, all these cars started the WC finals with number one last year so that shows that these cars has top performance. Also atmosphere in the team is really great so its always lot’s of fun to go racing with the team.

Source: Hot Bodies [hotbodiesonline.com]

January 8, 2013

Henrik Nilsson joins Xray

Front running Swedish off-road racer Henrik Nilsson has joined the Xray team to race the XB9. Henrik is a multiple Swedish cup winner and a multiple Swedish championship podium finisher. Henrik is a well-known and respected driver in Sweden and will give be a new force in the Xray team in the Nordic area. Henrik had this to say:

I am very happy to join up with Team Xray Sweden for the 2013 season. My focus will be set on the national races and cups in Sweden and will try his very best to be a top contender for the Swedish championship. I would like to extend a sincere thanks to my previous sponsors for whom I have raced for the six last seasons. Now I have been looking forward to this new challenge with Team Xray Sweden.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 8, 2013

Bittydesign 8ight Force 2.0 body

Bitty Design 8ight Force 2.0 body

Bittydesign have given the Force line a refresh for 2013 and will be released new 2.0 bodies. The first model to receive the new look is the Losi 8ight body. They have completely changed the front part of the cab, a new angle providing different downforce which helps reduce steering aggression compared to the original version. Also the introduction of a side air scoop reduces the air impact on the front to give the new 2.0 body a more neutral response. They also worked on the back, with two reverse scoops which help better balance the front/rear of the body giving to driver a better feeling. Produced with genuine 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, the body comes complete with decal sheet, window mask and protective film.

View more images here

January 8, 2013

Phend signs 2 year extension with Team Orion

Team Orion have announced that Dakotah Phend has re-signed with Team Orion through 2014. This will be Phend’s 3rd and 4th consecutive year with Team Orion. Over the past 2 years with Team Orion, Phend has won one ROAR National Championship as well as many podium finishes at major events. in 2011 Dakotah attended the IFMAR World Championship in Vaasa, Finland where he made both A-Main Events with his Team Orion powered TLR rides. This past year has been very impressive as well with Phend finishing 2nd in both classes at the ROAR 1/8 Gas Nationals and making the A-Main Event at the IFMAR 1/8 Buggy World Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]