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October 24, 2024

Nova S3R “Ricky Slater” World Champion Edition

In recognition of the their engine’s victory at the 2024 1:8 Stockcar World Championship, Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines has released a “Ricky Slater’ World Champion Edition of their S3R engine. As the reigning British, Dutch and European Champion, Slater added the World title to his CV at the end of August at the Adur Model Car Club oval track in the South of England. Nice recognition of this long established niche RC class, the 3.5cc 3-port engine features a 50mm S3RWC Edition cooling head and an aluminium 9 mm Low-profile carb venturi. Running a 15,94mm bore and 17,5mm stroke, internally the engines has a Turbo Head Button, a DLC coated Balanced Crankshaft and a Turbo Backplate.

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October 24, 2024

MXLR Precision CNC Spur Gears

MXLR has expanded its range of Precision CNC Spur Gears with the addition of 63 (48DP) and 68, 70 & 72T (64DP) options. Made from premium-grade engineering plastic, these gears are CNC-cut for perfect concentricity and balance, ensuring maximum performance. 3.0mm width with a 0.4mm recess gives versatile offset options with the industry-standard 3-hole mounting making them ideal for modern TC and 1:12 cars. With clear tooth count markings for easy identification, the 68T, 70T, 72T Spur Gears (64DP) are intended for 1:12 scale racing while the 63T Spur Gear (48DP) is ideal for the XPRESS AT1/AT1S to achieve the perfect 3.8 gear ratio.

Source: MXLR [maexler.com]

October 23, 2024

Senesi to race 1:10 Electric Touring Car with Yokomo

Reigning 1:8 GT European Champion Natanaele Senesi is to race 1:10 Electric Touring Car with Yokomo announcing that the GT specialist is to join Yokomo Italy as an official driver. Finishing fourth at last year’s IFMAR 1:8 GT World Championship in Australia, the Italian then took his own car creation to victory at this year’s EFRA European Championship held at the Naxos World track in Sicily, Italy. Announcing the signing of the 25-year-old, Yokomo said, ‘We are truly honoured to introduce Natanaele Senesi to as new Yokomo Italy official team-driver for the 1/10 TC class. We believe it is a truly great pleasure that the reigning European Champion and eleven-time Italian Champion of the 1/8 GT class wants to compete in the 1/10 TC with us. It is certainly a new challenge, not an easy one, but we are happy that Natanaele had faith in our newborn MS1.0 to undertake this journey. Thanks Natan and good luck!’

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

October 23, 2024

MIBO International 2025 – Announcement

Counting Michal Orlowski, Ronald Volker, Bruno Coelho and Joern Nuemann among its previous winners, MIBO International returns for a third edition in 2025 with former international touring car racer Michal Bok confirming February 07-09 as the date for the Czech based event. A long time dream of Bok to host his own major international event in Hrotovice, the indoor event finally came to fruition in 2023 bringing together both electric onroad and offroad racing on two tracks build side by side by the team from Mibosport. The first edition of MIBO International saw the Mugen of Volker crowned the inaugural Touring Car Champion and Coelho’s Xrays take double buggy honours at the Sport V Hotel venue. The 2024 edition would see Orlowski steer his Schumacher to the Touring Car victory while on the offroad track Neumann’s Sworkz took the 2WD honours and young Bartek Zalewski took 4WD from Xray team-mate Martin Bayer. With everything from the track, restaurant, bowling alley and hotel rooms all under one roof, the venue is always a hit with racers. With a capped entry limit the relaxed schedule also means plenty of time in the evening to wind down and socialise over dinner after each day’s racing. Officially a two and a half day event, the event gets underway on Friday evening with practice to allow for travel Friday morning. The full list of Onroad and Offroad Classes, plus the opening of registration, for the 2025 MIBO International will be announced shortly.

Source: MIBO [mibosport.com]

October 22, 2024

Exotek F1 Ultra R5CW ‘Carpet Works’ Kit

Exotek Racing has released it latest F1 kit, the F1UltraR5 CW which it has designed exclusively for carpet racing. The California based manufacturer says the ‘Carpet Works’ car is ‘Lighter, leaner and meaner’ that the ‘cutting edge high-performance F1 racing kit’ has evolved from all of the great features of original F1Ultra into a perfected race machine designed specifically for carpet tracks. Featuring 12 new parts over the previous kit, the inline battery mounting layout, best suited for very high grip tracks with the option to still mount the battery transversely if needed.

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October 22, 2024

2024 Speed King Tour Rd5 – Report

Round 5 of the popular Japanese based Speed King Tour 2024 sponsored by Rakusei Model was held at Twin Ring Honguu in Aichi prefecture. Although the day was cloudy and the conditions were difficult with occasional rain showers, the high level of racing attracted spectators with hotly contested battles in all three classes. In the TC0 class (Modified) A-Final, Infinity driver Ryosuke Yamamoto showed outstanding car control and drove a race that was unmatched by any other competitor to take the win. Xpress’ Masaya Okazaki took second while the Tamiya of Takara Sano got last position of the podium.

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October 21, 2024

MonTech A-424 LMH 1:10 Bodyshell

Continuing to expand its range of detailed 1:10 190mm LeMans Hypercar bodies, MonTech Racing has announced the upcoming release of the A-424. The body shell, which echoes the lines of the famous French Alpine brand, is super realistic with meticulous attention to detail. The Italian company’s latest bodyshell is designed to fit both Touring Cars (190mm) and Formula 1 chassis with a 260mm wheelbase. Constructed from premium 0.75mm polycarbonate, it comes equipped with everything you need to hit the track immediately. Headlight decals, window masks, rear wing fixing screws are all included. It will be available from early November.

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October 21, 2024

Axxelerate RC Tire Roller Sweep

New Swiss RC accessories brand Axxelerate RC, the same people who are behind the country’s largest indoor RC racing track AX Arena, have released this Tire Roller Sweep. The Tire Roller Sweep is a tool designed to prepare and condition tires for maximum performance on the track. By applying consistent pressure, this tool smooths and flattens the tire surface, ensuring a more even grip and reducing irregularities. This process enhances handling and tire life, which Axxelerate say makes it a must-have for serious competitors. When using new tires, excess tire glue can sometimes form uneven spots, affecting the tire’s overall performance. By rolling the tires with the Tire Roller Sweep, you can “break” the glue and ensure a uniform tire surface.

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