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January 25, 2021

Max Mächler introduces new brand ‘MXLR’

Fresh out of Germany from top Touring car racer Max Mächler comes the brand MXLR. Offering customers a large array of products to achieve the best performance both on and off the racetrack, their entire product line, from tungsten weights to high-quality lubricants and specialised tools, is made for enthusiasts who want to maximise the performance of their RC vehicles. All products have been extensively developed and tested at the highest level by professional RC racers. Along with the brand announcement, we will focus on three items from their range, the first two of which are dedicated to the Awesomatix line of touring cars.

Find out about the first 3 products here

January 24, 2021

SWorkz S35 drive shaft systems

SWorkz have introduced their latest drive shaft systems for the S35 series of cars which are the Evolution-CVA and Advance-CVD drive shafts. The small ball axle joint system is an advanced design from the CVD system, that can offer the biggest steering angle with super smooth rotation. It is a more sensitive steering feature that is able to produce more corner speed suited for lower grip conditions. The smart design ring holders for the Evolution-CVA is light and gives smooth rotation for steering. This is a good feature that offers the car a lot more forward motion and improves handle for your SWorkz on high grip conditions.

View the different systems here

January 22, 2021

Mon-Tech Racing Imola touring car body

Mon-Tech Racing is ready to release a new touring car body platform. After 8 month of hard work and testing on multiple tracks all around the world they finally finished the development of the Imola. With flowing lines, low nose and a completely clean rear part of the body Imola has very high traction and stability in exit of the corner, without impact corner entry and cornering speed. This body was designed and developed inside the Mon-tech Racing Factory and is available in the standard with regular weight (85gr ready to race) for major international competitions and the super light ‘La Leggera’ version. Imola body is BRCA-EFRA approved and is 100% made in Italy. The kit includes the masks for the windows, the headlight decals and the fixing hardware for the rear wing.

View more angles of the Imola here

January 22, 2021

FSEARA Series Rd4 – Report

Another strong 85 entries event at the Beachline Raceway for the 4th round of the FSEARA Series. It has been a tradition every January that there is a big FL Warm up race for the world-famous Snowbird National and this year was no exception, but with the Covid all around and organisers unable to host the warm up at Minnreg Hall, Largo FL, Robbie Michael continued this tradition to host it at Beachline Raceway. Using the track & space to duplicate the layout of the Snowbirds, Robbie did a great job as he prepared and opened the track early on Friday to give racers the chance to lay down some traction for the race day. There are many drivers from all around FL to attend these 3 days to get this final chance in order to prepare for the Snowbird Nationals.

Continue reading the report here

January 22, 2021

Protek Graphene Plus LiPo packs

Three new Graphene Plus LiPo packs from Protek for various applications. First up is the R/C Drag 2S 120C Shorty battery pack that was developed for Drag Racers who’s clubs do not allow the use of LiHV batteries. This pack delivers equal performance but is legal for use when LiPo batteries are mandatory. Weighing approximately 210 grams, the Drag Pack Shorty is lightweight, while offering increased capacity compared to a standard Shorty LiPo. Next up is 2S slim 120C 5700mAh LiPo Battery which is a great battery option for touring car racers looking for a lightweight, high capacity, low cg stick type battery. Weighing 240 grams, this pack is approximately 11mm narrower than a standard stick pack and ultra lightweight. This provides a more centralised weight bias, with improved power to weight ratio and a lower overall CG. Finally there is the 4S Shorty 120C Low IR 5600mAh battery which is a great option for 1/8 scale racers looking for a high capacity, high output and incredibly compact 4S battery. Weighing approximately 425 grams, the 4S Shorty offers more capacity output, in a compact shorty length that is perfect for weight conscious racers.

View the other packs here

January 22, 2021

HB Racing welcome Thomas Musso to their team

HB Racing would like to welcome Thomas Musso to their official team. The former French 1/10th National Champion will be racing both 1/8th nitro and electric vehicles in major national and international events in 2021. Worldwide Team Manager Adrien Bertin said, ‘Thomas is a talented racer who brings with him much more than driving skills. He is a very knowledgeable and approachable racer who is a perfect fit for the 2021 team. We are very excited to have him on board again.’ Thomas followed up by saying “‘It’s official I’m back! A huge thanks to Adrien Bertin and the whole HB/Performa/Neidhart team. Now it’s time for some training before the first events, I hope at the beginning of April with the Montpellier GP. See you soon on the tracks’

Source: HB Racing [hbracing.com]

January 22, 2021

Xceed aluminum tool stand

Xceed have released this multi-functional tool stand with integrated parts tray. Featuring multiple machined holes for tools and smaller diameter holes to hold various equipment such as body reamers, clutch tools, pliers, scissors, tweezers, gauges, glue, pens or other tools for your RC cars. The integrated parts tray is great for holding assorted screws, nuts, body clips, but also small accessories, support blocks, solder, oils, greases and more. This handy tool stand helps you to keep your pit table organised, professional and stand out on your pit table.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

January 22, 2021

Racing Performer brass countersunk head screws

From the Racing Performer brand comes these high-precision brass countersunk head screws. Brass screws can be used in the chassis of the car to increase weight at the lowest point to improve the cars centre of gravity and in areas where additional weight is desired. Sold in packs of 10 they come in M3x6mm, M3x8mm & M3x10mm variants.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]