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June 2, 2025

Orlowski opens ETS title defence with another win

Michal Orlowski’s unbeaten run in the Euro Touring Series continued over the weekend as the Schumacher driver opened the latest season with another win at Apeldoorn in the Netherlands. In a repeat performance of 12-month earlier, Orlowski secured the TQ topping 3 of the 4 qualifiers while Practice Top Seed Lucas Urbain took the final qualifier to line up P2 on the grid with his Awesomatix. Infinity’s Bruno Coelho returned to the series with a P3 ahead of Mugen Seiki’s Ronald Volker as Marc Rheinard’s Awesomatix completed the Top 5 on the grid. That P5 would prove to be the place to be in A1, first an out of shape Urbain would make contact with Volker, then braking traction Orlowski would collide with Coelho, handing Rheinard the win from team-mate Simon Lauter and Xray’s Alexander Hagberg, the duo having started 6th & 7th respectively. In A2, Orlowski went tone to tone winning from Urbain and Coelho to put his quest for an 11th consecutive win back on track. In A3, Orlowski again delivered a perfect drive while a spin from Urbain mixed up the following pack and ended his changes of repeating the 2024 Dutch round podium line-up. With Rheinard coming through for 2nd, that was where the reigning EFRA European Champion would stand on the podium while P3 in the 3rd encounter would secure Lauter the final step on the podium. In Pro Stock the weekend would see a dominant performance from Awesomatix’s Oliver Bultynck, the Belgian topping seed, taking all four qualifiers and sealing the win in A2. He was joined on the podium by ARC’s Jung Enrico and Xray’s Izsay Adam

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May 30, 2025

Roche Rapide P12V2 Ball Differential Set

1:12 manufacturer Roche has released a new ball differential set for their Rapide P12V2 which is also suitable for use on most 1:12 pan cars on the market. Their latest ball differential set includes a new differential hub and M3x6mm cap head wheel screws. The new Aluminium Differential Hub & screws is also available separately.

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May 30, 2025

Portuguese Champion Felix returns to Capricorn

Capricorn RC has announced that 3-time Portuguese 1:8 Onroad National Champion José Félix will represent the Italian manufacturer in 2025. Previously representing another Italian brand, BMT, Felix will return to Capricorn and reinforce their presence in national events in Portugal. On the announcement Felix said, ‘First of all, I would like to thank Capricorn RC for accepting me back and ZGRC.pt for the opportunity to join Capricorn RC. I am extremely happy to be part of these teams from now on. After a few years in a different team, I am already looking forward to the new challenges and projects and to working closely with my new teammates. Full of motivation and with renewed ambition, I am now heading into the new season!”

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

May 30, 2025

T-Works Mi9 Titanium Gear Diff. BB Driveshaft Adapters

New from T-Works are these 64 Titanium Gear Diff. BB Driveshaft Adapters for the Mi9 and FT9 1:10 Touring Car kits from Schumacher. Ultra-high strength and having extreme lightweight characteristics they over a significant weight reduction over the standard adapters. T-Works claim they offer increased start-up speed due to the O-ring fixed locking pin which effectively prevents the adapters from loosening at high speeds and is convenient for maintenance.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

May 29, 2025

T-Works TC Lower Arm Ball Spanner Wrenches

Intended for use on Touring Cars, T-Works has added these new Lower Arm Ball Spanner Wrenches. For adjusting and maintaining Lower Arm Ball joint connections, ensuring they remain secure and stable, they feature an ultra-thin design. Only 1.5mm thick, designed for getting into narrow and hard-to-reach areas, they are available in 4mm and 5.5mm sizes.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

May 28, 2025

RC Bike World Championship Warmup Race – Report

With Australia set to host the first ever RC Bike World Championships to be run outside of Europe since it the inception of the event in 2004, the 2025 hosts held the warm-up race for the August 3-9th Main event in Brisbane over the weekend. Rolling into England Park Raceway, the racing did not disappoint. Easily one of the best tracks in the country, it brought high grip, a smooth-as-glass surface, banked corners, and full lighting for night racing. Add a crew of top-notch locals and that coastal breeze from Moreton Bay, and you’ve got a dream setting for a week of serious RC bike action. With three Classes, 1:5 Superbike, 1:5 Stock Bike and 1:4 Super Moto, the 1:5 Nitro class sat this one out due to low numbers, but don’t worry—they’ll be firing on all cylinders in August, with seven confirmed entries already locked in for the main event. With clear skies, 18–25°C across the days, and barely a breath of wind, track grip stayed solid all week, and even when finals day started grey with a light sprinkle, it cleared quickly, delivering the hottest, fastest conditions of the whole event.

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May 28, 2025

Team Cayote Crest Modi Motor

Team Cayote has officially unveiled its new Crest Modi Motor. With a built in high precision Hall sensors and a precision balance magnet rotor, the all new motor features an innovative cooling design in which its centre structure exposes the stator core directly to incoming air for optimal cooling. This arrangement minimises heat buildup and maintains a stable operating temperature even under extreme use. The Modi also has a high tempurature resistant magnet built to withstand temperatures up to 220°C. Even under high-load high-temperature conditions, the rotor resists heat-induced cracks, ensuring reliable performance and durability. This design ensures consistency no matter the conditions, allowing you to push the limits with full confidence. The motor design offers easy maintenance and quick rebuilds for longer peak performance. The motor will be available in 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5T, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, and 7.5 turn options.

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May 27, 2025

ONE GT5 RS 1:5 Brake Caliper Kit

Having entered 1:5 Touring Car market with its new GT5 RS for 2025, Italian onroad chassis manufacturer Capricorn, has released this Brake Caliper Kit for the car under its ONE brand. The new ONE brake calipers with double piston hydraulic brakes guarantee excellent driving control and road holding. Thanks to the shims included in the kit, they allow for prolonged pad life and effective customisation. The calipers are available in various kits for the front, rear or complete car.

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