Arena RC Racing has released new 3D printed bumpers for both the Infinity IF14 Speciale and Mugen Seiki MTC3 Electric Touring Cars. Printed using new lightweight materials each bumper is more lightweight like a foam bumper weight. The IF14 Speciale 3D Bumper weighs in at 6.5 grams while the MTC3 is 6.7 grams.
It is great to see a number of new grass roots level RC series being created and the latest one involves former Red RC photographer Riccardo Acciari who is involved in the creation of the Tamiya Group C Series in his home country of Italy. Round 1 of the all new series will be held October 19th on the wonderful Vallelunga RC track, nested inside the famous full scale racetrack. The debut race will kick off the inaugural five race championship that will span over the whole racing season, with the season finale taking place on June 21st. Based off the re-issued Tamiya Group C car, the class aims for simplicity and affordability, without losing its competitiveness. The essential chassis is powered by a handout 17.5 EFRA list motor and shod by handout foam tires custom made by Italian tire manufacturer Enneti. The Porsche 956, Mercedes C11, Nissan R90C and Mazda 787-B bodies will have to be painted in a realistic livery that actually competed in the Group C era (from 1982 to 1983). With 32 drivers who have already entered the Championship, the aim is to expand the format to other areas in Italy and create a network with other organisers around Europe.
New Italian start-up Boost RC has announced it is to enter the 1:10 Electric onroad market as an after market parts producer with a Spring Steel Chassis for Touring Car and a brand new body shell for Formula as its launching products. A project born from passion in RC Racing and solid experience in engineering design, what started with custom 3D printed parts quickly evolved into spring steel chassis and body shell designs that have already gained recognition among competitive drivers. Their Spring steel chassis will be available for the Axon TC10/3 & TC10/4, the Schumacher Mi9, and the Awesomatix A800R. The brand-new Formula 1 body shell is now entering production after highly validating tests. It has already proven its speed on track, securing multiple club race victories with their drivers, and Boost RC claim it ‘is set to surprise anyone who tries it.’ The company’s launch is scheduled for October 2025, when it will officially introduce its two key product lines.
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New from US body shell producer SuperRad comes Steve Radecky’s first body designed for the emerging LMH class, the SR-36 1:10 LMH. Available in .7mm polycarbonate, it features an adjustable wing mount giving the ability to tune for different track conditions. The clear body is supplied with decal sheet, window masks, and wing hardware included.
Reigning IFMAR 1:12 Spec World Champion Max Mächler has been confirmed as one of the front runners from last year’s MonTech New York Grand Prix who returns for the 7th edition of the leading US race at the 360v2 RC track in New Rochelle, New York, new month. Claiming a podium finish in 1:12 Mod, Awesomatix team manager Mächler joins his French team driver Lucas Urbain and Xray’s Jan Ratheisky as some of the international entries who will take on the October 16th to 19th event. Track owner and long time 1:12 racer Donny Lia has put together a race program that is made up of 9 different classes with 1:12 racers having the options of Mod, 13.7, 17.5 and LMH 1:12, while for Touring Car racers there is Modified, 21.5, 25.5, and 25.5 LMH (LeMans Hypercar) as well as FWD. One of the biggest indoor tracks in the US and situated just a 20-minute train ride from the centre of the City That Never Sleeps, you can register your entry for the 2025 MonTech New York Grand Prix here.
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Xray is offering this 2026 Conversion Set to owners of its 2023 NT1 1:10 Nitro Touring Car, the updated parts making the car more stable, offering higher corner speed, and overall easier to drive. The set features short shock absorbers with shorter & softer springs, updated carbon front & rear shock towers and uses thinner anti-roll bars. You also get shock absorbers mounted to arms via carbon extensions and new carbon downstop backstops allow more precise downstop adjustment. A carbon front upper stiffener mounted only to the chassis increases front-end flex. Revised steering geometry & lighter design is achieved with carbon 2-dot steering extensions. A rear carbon brace redesigned creates more flex while the rear end remains stable without loss of traction. Carbon spacer for rear shock tower ensures improved tower and shock mounting. New CVD driveshafts simplify adjustment & improve reliability. An aluminium Centax clutch bell with hard nickel coating is lighter for increased drivetrain performance while an aluminium washer for the belt tensioner prevents belt from jumping off the pulley. Finally new throttle/brake joints with steel bushings give smoother & more precise operation.
View graphic of conversion parts mounted on car here
Awesomatix has added a new Chassis Plate option for its 1:12 platform, the new AM1204XT chassis plate features the same slim, narrow design as the steel version but machined from a special strong, more flexible alloy. Offering similar flex characteristics to the AM1204WC aluminium chassis, it delivers enhanced performance with reduced weight. At only ~40 grams, the AM1204XT is about 29 grams lighter than the steel plate chassis. For installation, it requires ST112-6L screws to mount the motor mount and left bulkhead. Alsoi new for its 1:12 is a new long C1.0 Rear Spring. This version is 0,7mm longer, to provide bigger preload at setting of GUD (Gap Under Damper) when using AM1204XT or AM1204-WC Chassis plate in A12X car.
Source: Awesomatix [awesomatix.net]
Schumacher’s Mattia Collina has successful retained ACI Italian Touring Car title, the championship race of the Italian Motorsport Federation hosted at the renowned Minicar Fontanellato circuit. The weekend delivered high-level competition, with over 80 drivers from across Italy who earned their spot through the “Coppa Italia di Zona” qualifying rounds. The track, known for its technical layout and demanding conditions, provided the perfect stage for the four championship classes: Touring Modified, Touring Stock, GT +40 Masters and FWD. Each class showcased intense battles, strategic driving and the finest talents in Italian RC racing. In the premier class, Collina once again proved his dominance, securing the national title with a flawless performance in the Modified A-Main. Alessio Menicucci (Team Infinity) and Jacopo Corna (Team Marka – Awesomatix) completed the podium after a tightly contested race. Collina’s consistency, pace and race craft were unmatched, confirming his status as one of the top drivers in the country.
