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February 14, 2025

Reds Racing 721 Pista GEN3 .21 Onroad engine

Reds Racing has announced the launch of their new 721 Pista GEN3 engine for 1:8 Onroad. Innovations and improvements on the .21 engine include a new 7-Port Sleeve which has been designed for high torque and exceptional power output across the entire RPM range. The updated exhaust and intake port layout ensures increased performance over previous models. Additionally, the piston and cylinder have been revised through precise fluid dynamic studies to improve filling and optimise washing, enhancing overall performance. A High-Speed Front Bearing enhances engine durability and idle stability, ensuring smoother and more reliable operation. A lower center of gravity has been achieved with a redesigned Cooling Head improving vehicle handling and optimising aerodynamics for reduced drag, and enhanced cooling efficiency. A revamped Carburetor and Venturi features improved internal fluid dynamics, a repositioned high-speed needle, and a completely redesigned mid-range needle for more precise tuning and optimal performance. Additionally, the New Venturi XFlow is available as an optional upgrade, offering improved airflow and enhanced performance.

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

February 14, 2025

Watanabe joins Roche

Roche has announced that 2024 1:12 Japanese National Championship podium finisher Shota Watanabe will race their newly released Rapide P12V2 in coming years. Working with the World Champion & reigning Japanese National Champion manufacturer and the Kimihiko Yano Japan team on testing, the former Yokomo driver will represent the team at the 2026 IFMAR World Championships in China. Celebrating his 26th birthday today, on the announcement Watanabe said, ‘I will be working with Team ROCHE on 1/12 pan car! I will do my best to bring out the performance of car. I would also like to thank Max and Yano for giving me this opportunity.’

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]

February 13, 2025

Blitz RS4 | RS5 1:10 190mm Touring Car Bodies

Body shell producer Blitz has released two new 1:10 190mm competition touring car body shells in the form of the RS4 and RS5. The RS4 (red paint scheme) has one more rear wing tower in the centre which helps to increase the rear stability without losing top speed. Following the latest GBS body rule it is homologated with number EFRA 4097. The RS5 body (blue paint scheme) is designed with 2 rear body tower, and compared with RS4 body the RS5 body is wider and longer making it more stable and more easy to drive especially on the indoor carpet tracks. Each body is offered in 3 different thicknesses of polycarbonate. The lightest is 0.4mm, is recommended for use at a high traction track can make the car chance to traction roll. A 0.5mm version works in all conditions because the body shell is harder so it can transfer more downforce into the chassis and increase overall traction and is recommended for medium to low traction. The 0.7mm option is heavy and strong, and it is recommended for drivers who want a very stable handling and long-lasting body shell.

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February 13, 2025

Fenix Racing G56.2 upgrades

Italy’s Fenix Racing has released a number of new upgrades for its G56.2 Pro10 chassis. The front end parts include a new -3mm narrow front end and a new front brace for the standard front end. They have also produced a ‘Standard’ width front end able to carry 1:12 micro servo between the steering assembly and offer that in a -3mm option too. Both plates are drilled for the popular 1:12 servo, such as the PowerHd M8 and Sanwa PSG Hr. For those who like the Awesomatix steering systems, Fenix has released new front arms able to carry the Awesomatix steering system using parts from an A12.

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February 12, 2025

PIP-Aero ‘Force12’ 1:12 Body

New from German bodyshell producer PIP-Aero comes the ‘Force12’ for 1:12. Their latest body was tested last year in multiple versions with Markus Mobers and Daniel Töenessen until they reached the results they were happy with. The new ‘Front Flaps’ give good steering and the new waved Rear Wing section inspired by their 1:8 “Waved-Wing” offers really good rotation and traction. The ‘Force12’ is EFRA homologated and available in 0,5mm and 0,3mm lexan. For the people who want to drive with stiffeners, can cut out the two mini-stiffeners that included with the body and are inspired by their 1:8 Apex body and fit perfectly in the rear.

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February 12, 2025

Senesi partners with Savox

Reigning EFRA 1:8 GT European Champion and 11-time Italian National Champion Natanaele Senesi is to use Savox servos as part of his racing program in 2025 and beyond. A big year for the 1:8 GT specialist with the IFMAR World Championships for the category taking place in Chile later this year, the Italian, who just recently opened the Senesi Motorsport Arena 1:10 Indoor RC Track, said on the announcement. ‘The choice was easy for me! After I got in touch with Savox at the end of 2024 and I had the opportunity to test their products during this past winter season, the choice was easy for me. Savox is one of the biggest servos’ manufacture in the R/C market and their “monster” line is comparable to none. I really look forward to use their servos and help Andy and the team to develop them even more. Thank you very much Andy Chen for giving me this amazing opportunity!’

Source: Savox [teamsavox.com]

February 12, 2025

RugRacers Round 4 – Report

The fourth round of British indoor touring car series Rug Racers took place over the weekend where it was Schumacher’s Elliott Harper maintained his perfect score with win number four. With pressure building into the penultimate round of Hertford Radio Car Club organised series, the door to the Stock and Frontie championships is wide open as to where the Rug Racers 24/25 titles will go. In Modified Harper was looking to keep his clean sweep for the series going with Alex Thurston & Harley Eldridge keeping him honest all day as he locked up the TQ spot for the 2 leg finals. Leg 1 started with strong pace from the front 4 cars breaking away before a rare mistake saw Elliott fall down the field and promote Thurston to the point, Elliott set back through the field and managed to make it back to Alex but wasn’t able to pass and Leg 1 went to Thurston ahead with Andy Murray in 3rd. Leg 2 and no mistake and a storming race time, Harper went lights to flag untroubled, Thurston & Eldridge putting on a great battle for the 2nd spot that Thurston held onto by a few 10ths at the line, the pair joining Harper on the podium in that order.

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February 12, 2025

Catalonia PRO10 Championship Rd 1 – Report

Over the weekend, under typical cold conditions for this time of year, the first round of the Catalonia PRO10 Championship took place in Barcelona. The category is open, and all drivers compete in the modified class. Qualifying began before 10am without any track additive, in cold and damp conditions however despite this, times began to improve, and as the morning progressed, lap times steadily dropped. In the first final, just before a promising duel between Alain Biescas and Marc Valero, Biescas had to retire due to a mechanical issue. Marc Valero took the win, followed by Isaac Amorós in second and Sergio Lacuesta in third, just over 4 seconds behind. Valero secured another victory in the second final, while Biescas retired once again due to another mechanical problem. This time, Isaac Amorós showed better pace and pulled away from Lacuesta. In the third and final heat, Valero claimed yet another victory. Biescas couldn’t start due to unresolved issues, and the final battle between Isaac and Sergio was won by Isaac, with a margin of just over one second. New drivers and brands are increasingly investing in this category, which continues to gain followers in Catalonia. The fact that it is free from technical inspections allows for unrestricted driving and development. As an interesting fact, the fastest PRO10 lap was two seconds quicker than the best Touring Stock lap, set by a top Spanish driver, on a small and highly technical track. This year, an important event is being prepared at the Almusafes (Valencia) track, where we expect to gather drivers from all over the national scene, as well as from neighbouring French drivers and future afield.

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