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September 2, 2026

Hudy Balkan Series Round 2 Bulgaria – Report

The second round of the 2026 Hudy Balkan Series took place recently at the Slivnitsa RC Track in Bulgaria where it would be Xray’s Christian Kostadinov who pulled off the doubled on a weekend that saw every Top Qualifier converted to race wins. Located around 30km outside Sofia, the event would attract 37 entries over four classes and qualifying counted for everything. The Elceram Modified class produced the closest qualifying with Kostadinov and Razvan Stroe both scoring a perfect 100 but the TQ went to Kostadinov on countback with Boyan Stamenov securing third. Come the finals, winner of Round 1 of the series back in June, Kostadinov took A1 and A2 for what would be his second win of the weekend, and Stroe’s A3 victory enough for second overall. Stamenov completed what would be his second podiums of the day.

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September 2, 2026

RC Atomic MFX 1:28 F1 Competition Kit

1:28 specialists RC Atomic has released a new F1 kit, the MFX. The Hong Kong manufacturer’s latest creation is a linkless rear pod design 2WD competition chassis. Featuring an extremely low centre of gravity, a centralised inline battery configuration, all parts are made of 7075 and carbon fibre with the exception of plastic ball caps or gear. To further lower the CG of the car, they have relocated and integrated the centre damper to the rear pod, no more heavy weight over the battery, and the side dampers are lowered to each side of the chassis. Also, we have made an opening on the chassis to allow the servo to sit lower. Pivot ball front DWS suspension system allows us to fine tune adjust the roll center and camber gain by adding shims to the pivot joints of the arms.

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September 1, 2026

G-Force Genova Carpet Edition 2WD Buggy

Japan’s G-Force has announced the upcoming release of a ‘Carpet Edition’ of their Genova 1:10 2WD Buggy. The new edition kit which will go on sale on September 19th, will include a front wing and machined aluminium wing mount designed to increase front downforce. It is also equipped with front and rear “Carpet Edition” tyres suited for carpet tracks and includes newly developed rear inner inserts for the kit. “Carpet Edition” springs are also included and are designed for a lower centre of gravity and a lower ride height. Under the supervision of Masami Hirosaka, the Genova body and wing design evoke a sense of nostalgia.

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September 1, 2026

Double German Title Weekend for Gruber

Capricorn’s Toni Gruber pulled off a title double over the weekend as he lifted both the DMC German National title for 1:8 Onroad and 1:10 Nitro Touring Car. Racing at the AMC-Hamm track, with daily rain making for ever changing conditions, qualifying would see the multiple World Championship finalist secure the TQ honours in both categories. In 1:10, Gruber took pole position ahead of team-mates & former ENS Champions Jakub Rozycki and Melvin Diekmann. In 1:8, it was Infinity driver Tobias Hepp who was Gruber’s closest challenger in qualifying securing P2 ahead of Maximilian Vogl and defending Champion Marco Weigerding. With Touring Car final up first, Gruber would cruise to a comfortable win ahead of Diekmann and with Rozycki a non starter to the 45-minute encounter it was Fabio Arpino who completed the podium. With 1:8 attracting 3-times the 1:10 entry, meaning Semi finals for those qualifying outside the Top 4, Gruber would again take a convincing win after Weigerding, who set the fastest lap of the race, retired from P2. Coming through from P9 on the grid Serpent backed up & coming talent Thilo Baldes would take second with Vogl completing the podium.

Image: Toni Gruber [Facebook]

September 1, 2026

JConcepts 2.0″ X-Bite 4WD Front Tyre

JConcepts has introduced their all-new X-Bite 1:10 4WD tyre which the Florida based company say is ‘a fresh pin tire option developed for outdoor racing and future events around the world’. Produced specifically for 2.0” 4WD front wheel applications, the X-Bite draws influence from the successful Dirt Bite 1:8 offroad tyre. Tipping a cap to pin tyre trends from the early 2000’s, the X-Bite delivers a unique combination of modern performance and nostalgic styling. It features an aggressive radius pin layout loaded with square pins for exceptional forward traction and balanced side-bite on loose and evolving surfaces. At the center of the tire, an integrated “X” design helps define the tire’s character while assisting stability and feel during acceleration and directional changes. Designed for racers searching for grip before the groove develops, the X-Bite excels on loose, damp, and natural outdoor surfaces that have yet to take on rubber. Whether conditions are fresh, rough, or moisture-packed, the X-Bite provides confidence and consistency lap after lap. Each X-Bite tire includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts for additional support, consistency, and long-lasting performance in low traction conditions. The carcass is smooth without any features and provides a steady contact patch to included inserts. Combined, these details provide racers with a more planted and predictable feel when pushing through demanding outdoor conditions. For the ultimate performance and control, JConcepts recommends pairing the X-Bite with genuine Mono or Pioneer wheels.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

September 1, 2026

Smith crowned double British 1:10 Offroad Champion

Ben Smith is the new double British 1:10 Offroad Champion, the Schumacher driver claiming his first ever National title success on Saturday with a 2WD podium finish and then doubling up on Sunday to take the 4WD title in style with victory at the season finale hosted by Batley Model Car Club. Having finished runner-up to Team Associated’s Tommy Hall in both championships last year, Smith lifted the 2WD title by 2-points from Hall with 5-points separating the Top 2 in 4WD. The sixth & final round of the championship would see Scotland’s Daniel Pole secure the 2WD TQ and win for Associated. Becoming the fourth different winner of 2026, his first win of the season came ahead of Luke Holdsworth and Smith. In 4WD, it was the perfect weekend for Smith as he secured the TQ ahead of Hall with Josh Holdsworth lining up third for Schumacher. In the finals they would finish as they started.

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August 31, 2026

Ruddog Digital Ride Height Gauge

Ruddog has added this Digital Ride Height Gauge to its accessory range. The high-quality aluminium housing makes the tool exceptionally durable, while the easy-to-read 2 cm digital display provides exact measurements at a glance. Thanks to its wide measuring range of 2 to 40 mm, this tool is an absolute must-have all-rounder for your pit table. It is perfectly suited for almost all RC racing classes – ranging from 1:12 onroad pan cars and 1:10 touring cars to 1:10 buggies and all the way up to 1:8 offroad vehicles. Power is supplied by an integrated LiPo battery, which can be conveniently recharged via a modern USB-C port. To guarantee consistently accurate results over time, calibration is a breeze using the included calibration tool. The entire set comes safely packed in a practical and stylish carbon-look hard case with red accents, ensuring your precision equipment is always protected on the way to the track.

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August 31, 2026

Tellez crowned 1:8 Euro B Buggy Champion in Portugal

Usually a marker of more to come, Spanish racer Iker Tellez is the new EFRA 1:8 Nitro Buggy European B Champion, the Team Associated driver winning the title ahead of Top Qualifier Bradley Baird at the ACDB Os Beirões track in Guarda, Portugal. A champion that counts David Ronnefalk, Juan Carlos Canas, Riccardo Berton, and Mattia Polito as some of its past champions, in qualifying it was the Mugen Seiki of Northern Ireland’s Baird that secured the overall TQ with fastest times in the final 2 of the 4 rounds. Fastest in the opening round, British Agama driver Erik Lykke qualified in P2 followed by Tellez, fastest in Q2, and Portuguese Xray driver Pedro Gomes. Winning his Semi in the fastest time it was Lykke who started on pole ahead of Tellez, Gomes and Baird. At the start of the 45-minute final a strong start by Tellez saw him take a lead he wouldn’t relinquish with the fastest lap of the race helping him to a winning margin of over half a lap on Baird. Lining up 11 on the 13 car grid, Spain’s Erik Becerril Rodríguez came through to complete the podium with his Team Associated ahead of the similar buggy of Italy’s Andrea Cairoli.

Image: EFRA [Facebook]