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January 7, 2019

T-Works T4 adjustable battery holder set

T-Works have introduced an adjustable battery holder set for the Xray T4 touring cars. The set consists of machined L-shaped carbon fibre battery locators as well as brass and aluminium stoppers that incorporate a lash to route battery tape above the chassis, rather than having to run it underneath the main plate. The result is more reliable and secure battery mounting while giving the ability to easily add weight, when running the brass battery stops, if needed. The set also includes easy to adjust backstops that locate the battery pack, allowing to shift it forth and back slightly. The set includes all needed hardware and it fits the 2017 to 2019 variants of the the T4.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

January 7, 2019

Corner Speed RC EU limited edition turnbuckle tool

Corner Speed RC and MonacoRC have introduced the EU limited edition turnbuckle tool that will fit Xray T4’15 to ’19 as well as Yokomo BD8’18 and BD9 kits. Base on the very popular previous variant, the new tool features a laser engraved logo for professional looks. Two marking letters – X and Y – representing Xray and Yokomo have also been added, making it easier to identify the two different ball cup holder slots. Every single tool has been manually matched for the smoothest operation. Even more special, MonacoRC will offer a limited free custom name engraving service for the first buyers.

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January 4, 2019

Mon-Tech M-Truck 2.0 truck body shell

Mon-Tech Racing from Italy have introduced their all-new M-Truck 2.0 truck body shell for 190mm touring car chassis. The body utilises only three parts – the base, cabin and rear wing, making it both lightweight and durable and it incorporates details such as a mock-up engine and the ability to fine-tune the wing setting for low and high downforce. The shape ensures it can be mounted on all kinds of touring car chassis without having to cut the front bumper and it is made of high-quality 0.75mm polycarbonate. Included with the body set come window masks, a decal sheet and the needed assembly hardware.

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January 4, 2019

Protoform sign Yugo Nagashima

Protoform have announced the addition of Japanese electric on-road frontrunner, Yugo Nagashima to their race team. The Destiny factory driver went on an absolute tear in 2018, winning National Championships in Japan, Canada and Australia as well as major victories at the Snowbird Nationals, U.S. Indoor Champs, the Speed King Tout and the Asian Onroad Championships. Many of these big wins came with Protoform race bodies but after being a free agent in terms of body shells, Yugo now officially joined the international Protoform team. Yugo had this to say about the deal:

I am really happy to be a part of Team Protoform! Soon I will post some information and tech tips too to help out all customers. See you at the track!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]

January 4, 2019

Schumacher GP Series Rd2 – Report

The Schumacher GP Series round 2 was held at MB Models last weekend. A full entry of racers to the maximum capacity MB can hold split between GT12 and Touring cars. GT12 would run on Contact green stripe control tyres and Touring on Sorex 28RK’s ensuring a level playing field for all the drivers. In Touring Cars Schumacher’s top man Olly Jefferies was a class above all day, he led the way with a TQ and comfortable victory. Schumacher’s Marcus Askell and Chris Ashton would battle out for the 2nd and 3rd spots. It was Marcus who came out on top in the final by just .184 of a 2nd. A big shout out to youngster Morgan Thompson who had a great run to 4th from 5th on the grid.

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January 4, 2019

Factory Pro RC XM1 series low-friction belts

Coming from Factory Pro RC and made for the Xpress XM1 and XM1S M-class 4WD touring cars are low-friction drivetrain belts. The white belts are designed to reduce natural drivetrain drag for improved overall efficiency and thus increased acceleration, top speed and run time. The belts are available separately as 144T/432mm front and 57T/171mm rear variant.

Source: Factory Pro RC [facebook.com]

January 4, 2019

Asia Nitro Championship – Announcement

In 2019, Scotty Ernst Productions are aiming to bring the most extreme R/C classes in existence to both racers and fans in a whole new way with the inaugural running of the Asian Nitro Championship (ANC). Three exotic locations. Three world-class facilities. One Championship series. All under the spotlight like you’ve never seen before. Round 1 will take racers to Hong Kong where TRC Raceway will be the home March 7-10. TRC Raceway is very familiar with hosting big events as they recently hosted the FEMCA Championships, Asia On Road Championships as well as other international races. Round 2 will be held April 25-28 and will take the trek to the land down under to England Park Raceway in Brisbane, Australia, only a 50 minute drive to the World famous Gold Coast. Known for hosting two IFMAR World Championship events, the track went through a complete renovation, layout change and resurfacing to give racers and spectators an amazing experience. Round 3 will see the series conclude its opening year at the soon to be constructed Infinity Raceway in Suzuka, Japan in the summer of 2019. The plans for Infinity Raceway will be nothing short of amazing and will make for the perfect location to round out the opening season of the ANC. For more information and the full press release, visit the official event website here or the series’ social media page here.

January 4, 2019

Thimo Weissbauer teams up with Protoform

Protoform have announced the signing of top German young gun Thimo Weissbauer to their racing team. One of the fastest teenagers on the planet, Thimo has shot through the ranks to challenge the best touring car racers in Europe. After multiple Youth Championship wins, he broke through to make his first Euro Touring Series A-Final in late 2018. He will be representing Protoform in major electric touring races across Europe in 2019, and Thimo had this to say about joining the team:

When I drove my first club race many years ago, I already have used a Protoform body shell. A lot has changed over the time, I am in the Awesomatix team now, but I have been driving Protoform body shells since the beginning. And now I am super happy to be a new part of the famous Protoform team. Many thanks to Eric Epp for this great opportunity!

Source: Protoform [racepf.com]