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January 28, 2026

Kyosho MP11e Prototype at Nuremberg Toy Fair

Having llaunched its MP11 Nitro Buggy in the middle of last year, first showing that at the Kyosho Masters, Kyosho is showing off a prototype of its upcoming electric buggy, the MP11e, at this week’s Nuremberg Toy Fair. With the electric buggy retaining the same suspension and geometry of the nitro version, the still pre-production example have a completely new centre section and has been designed with ease of maintenance and to improve front/rear balance. While some parts of the new design are said to be still subject to change, Kyosho is aiming to ship the first finals kits from Japan in April.

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January 28, 2026

JConcepts 2026 Race Team Apparel

JConcepts has a fresh new look for the 2026 season with a new ‘Reload’ apparel line to go with its fresh and rejuvenated racing team. Each year, the Florida brands design team inspires racers with a new logo, and new theme for what is sure to be another action-packed year on the circuit. The range includes two t-shirt designs, a pull-over hoodie sweatshirt, a zipper hoodie sweatshirt, and a choice of 4 hat types. Each items feature some of JConcepts favourite imagery, the globe representing world participation, along with the traditional checkerboard that will have racers dashing for the finish line. In the logo comes in white and blue printed colours with an option of retro inspired pink and teal colours available in the t-shirts.

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January 28, 2026

Reds Racing 721 Superveloce GEN5 Offroad Engine

Italy’s Reds Racing has introduced its latest 721 Superveloce, the GEN5 the most refined evolution of the Superveloce platform yet. The GEN5 is the result of targeted development on internal fluid dynamics, crankshaft and cylinder timing, and the introduction of the new 9mm carburetor, with a clear objective: increase power without increasing fuel consumption. Performance is higher, while fuel mileage remains exactly the same as the original Superveloce, a long-time benchmark for efficiency. The 721 Superveloce GEN5 is designed to cover both Buggy and Truggy applications with a single engine platform, simplifying choices for racers competing in multiple classes. Reworked internal flow paths improve air–fuel mixture quality and combustion stability. The result is smoother power delivery, faster throttle response, and extremely consistent performance over long runs.

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January 27, 2026

Rasmussen joins Schumacher

Schumacher Racing has announced the return of leading Danish racer & Spec Touring Car World Championship Finalist Jesper Rasmussen who will represent the British manufacturer in both onroad and offroad. The move comes after 11-years of racing for Team Associated in offroad and a one year stint with IRIS for his onroad program. Kicking off his new chassis sponsorship this weekend in Stock Touring Car at ETS Daun, on the announcement Rassmussen said, ‘I’m super happy to be back “home” after more than 10 years away from team. Looking forward to work together with team in On road and Off Road. I plan to do all ETS races in 2026, European Championship and World Championship in On Road, National races in On road and Off road fit in my race schedule. My first race will be ETS Daun with my Mi9.’

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

January 27, 2026

VP-Pro Hyperdrive Evo 1:8 Buggy Tyre

In its first new tyre release since announcing the signing of leading 1:8 offroad racer Berkan Kilic, VP-Pro has added the Hyperdrive Evo to its 1:8 tyre line. The Hyperdrive is specifically designed for hard packed and blue groove tracks providing excellent grip and forward traction. Its honeycomb tread pattern and internal square mini-pins, provide quick steering response and increase stability during high-speed corners, ensuring you get more control and the best performance on the track. The Hyperdrive is made from high quality rubber and durable closed cell insert. Available in M1,M2,M3,M4, and MC compounds, it is available pre-mounted on options of Yellow/White/Pink/Green/Orange wheels.

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January 26, 2026

Orlowski completes double at EOS Daun

Having won 2WD Buggy on Friday, Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski completed the perfect weekend at EOS Daun in Germany as he carried that form into 4WD to again take the TQ & win. Setting the pace in practice ahead of Xray’s Bartosz Zalewski, in the four qualifiers the Pole would go fastest in the opening and closing rounds to secure pole for the finals. Topping the second round of qualifying ahead of Orlowski and Daniel Kobbevik, Zalewski would secure P2 on the grid. With a TQ run in Q3, 2WD runner-up Kobbevik put his Schumacher third on the grid with Joona Hataanen the best of the Team Associated drivers in fourth. In A1, Orlowski would take an easy win with Kobbevik finishing second 4-seconds back having touched with Zalewski on the opening lap. A2 would be a much closer affair as Zalewski pushed his compatriot hard, the duo the only drivers to run 16-second fastest lap times, but Orlowski stayed out front and wrapped up the perfect weekend. With A3 deciding who would join him on the podium, Zalewski cruised to the win ahead of Haatanen to claim second place overall. With Kobbevik making a number of errors and finishing A3 in 9th it allowed Haatanen to claim the final step on the podium.

Image: Michal Orlowski [Facebook]

January 23, 2026

Orlowski wins 2WD at EOS Daun

Schumacher’s Michal Orlowski has kicked off his 2026 Offroad season with victory, taking the 2WD win at EOS Daun in Germany on Friday afternoon. Qualifying would see the Schumacher team dominate with Sweden’s Elias Johansson taking the first of the 4 rounds. In Q2 it was Daniel Kobbevik who set the pace before Orlowski found his form to top Q3 & 4. Securing the TQ ahead of Kobbevik, Johansson and practice Top Seed Marcus Kaerup, the Pole would take A1 from Kobbevik and Xray’s Bartosz Zalewski. He would repeat again in A2 to secure the overall victory. A3 would see Kaerup win ahead of Kobbevik but poor opening A-Main results mean’t he couldn’t deny Schumacher a 1-2 as he completed the podium for Associated ahead of Zalewski, AE’s Joona Haatanen and Johansson.

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January 22, 2026

Xray XB4 Narrow Composite Front | Rear Chassis Braces

Xray has introduced new Narrow Composite Front & Rear Chassis Braces for their XB4 1:10 4WD Electric Buggy. Available in two options, they are precision-engineered components designed to improve chassis performance and consistency on high-traction surfaces. The Graphite composite option provides increased stiffness compared to the kit Hard composite, resulting in improved stability, more precise handling, and better corner speed on high-traction surfaces. The Medium composite version provides more flex compared to the kit Hard composite, resulting in improved traction of the car and more forgiving feel, especially on low-traction surfaces. The Hard composite included in the kit provides balanced handling and is the most versatile across a wide range of track conditions. The rear brace features a narrower design, allowing the battery and motor to sit closer to the car’s centerline and fitting the rear carbon T-Brace for improved rotation and chassis balance. Both braces are key elements of the Multi-Flex™ system, allowing fine-tuning of chassis flex characteristics to match track conditions and driving style. The set includes front & rear chassis braces.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]