April 16, 2024
…Protector, RC Upgrade has also introduced a Bumpskid Protector for the Team Associated’s RC8B4 1:8 buggy. Made from high-quality polyurethane, this versatile accessory serves a dual purpose. As a Front Bumper the Bumpskid shields your chassis and front arm mount from the rigors of intense jumps and rough landings. Its flexible composition ensures it absorbs impact energy, preventing damage to critical components. As an integrated 3mm Skid Plate it is positioned strategically to acs as a robust barrier between your chassis and the ground. Its reinforced construction safeguards against razor blade wear, ensuring longevity and performance. Source: RC Upgrade [rcupgrade.com]…
April 16, 2024
…G2 ESC, the brand new G2S ESC is equipped with optimised hardware design application such as intelligent freewheeling technology. The stability and reliability of the ESC has been further improved and the ESC has a built-in Bluetooth module. This allows you to connect to the mobile APP directly without plugging any device. It is simple and convenient to perform parameter settings, data reading, firmware upgrades and other operations. Specs Size – 60X48X40.5mm Weight – 192g(w/Wires) Cont./Peak Current – 160A/1050A Input Voltage – 3-6S Lipo BEC Output – 6V / 7.4V / 8.4V adjustable, continuous current 6A (Switch-mode) Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]…
April 15, 2024
…RC10 secured its place as a legend in RC car history. Staying true to the original, this anniversary kit features the same race car technology introduced in the 80s. It’s that innovation that has kept Team Associated on top of the RC car racing world for the past 40 years. LIMITED EDITION Chassis Features Laser-etched “Team Associated” logo for easy identification of 40 Year Anniversary chassis “40” stamped below transmission Official RC10 foil decal with listed kit number QR code to download and view the instruction manual The box becomes a stand to display your limited edition Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]…
April 15, 2024
…Axle Stubs for the Team Losi XX4 4WD Buggy which won World Championship titles in 1999 and 2002. The 12mm front Axle stubs are the newest addition to Moto-Obscura’s track tested line of accessories for the Losi XX4. They allow you to run modern 12mm hex 4WD wheels with the stock universal joint driveshafts. If you are running MIP CVDs or LCD driveshafts, they also offer 12mm hex adapters. The axle stubs are machined from 7075-T6 aluminium alloy and feature a 10-32 thread just like the stock axles and comes as a set of two axle stubs. Source: Moto-Obscura [moto-obscura.com]…
April 15, 2024
The opening round of the Speed King Tour 2024 was held recently at Super RC Omiya indoor tarmac track in Saitama prefecture Japan with Infinity driver Jin Sawada taking the main win from Axon’s Hayato Ishioka. The popular and competitive electric touring car series is now in its 11th year sand consisting of six rounds travels to circuits across Japan. Host of Round 1, the Super RC Omiya track is known for its high bite and the Speed King Tour specific rules specify controlled tyres and prohibit the use of tyre warmer, which are highly favoured by racers in Japan….
April 15, 2024
Yokomo has officially announced that young Japanese talent and reigning Stock Touring Car Japanese National Champion Mahiro Ishikawa has joined its Racing Factory team. A former IRIS driver, the 14-year-old will campaign the Japanese manufacturer’s new MS1.0 that is due for general release at the end of this month. A race winner in TC1 class of the popular & competitive Japanese based Speed King Tour, Ishikawa has stepped up to the top level TC0 class making his debut for Team Yokomo at the recent 2024 season opener held at Super RC Omiya indoor tarmac track in Saitama. Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]…
April 15, 2024
…home in A3 but with a 1st & P2 it was Cragg with the overall win from Martin with a pair of second places while Hall’s win and P4 from A1 saw him complete the podium. Switching to 4WD, it was former European Champion Hall who secured the TQ from Martin, both drivers posting two TQ runs each with Cragg again lining up P3 ahead of Ben Smith. Despite Martin’s best efforts in A1, Hall took the first two encounters to wrap up the win with Martin get the A3 win to finish runner-up ahead of Cragg. Image: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]…
April 12, 2024
Mini-Z racing specialists PN Racing has released its all new v2 tyre gluer. Designed to work with Mini-z 2WD & AWD wheels in 8.5mm/11mm/14mm width, the V2 Tire Gluer Pro offers an easy and efficient tyre gluing solution for the 1:28 scale category. Source: PN Racing [pnracing.com]…
