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November 13, 2024

2024 ISTC World C/ships Chassis Focus Index

While it was Team Associated and the announcement of their return to 1:10 Electric Touring Car competition at the ISTC World that almost broke the internet when we published the first images of their TC8 Prototype from Finishline RC Raceway in California, they were not the only manufacturers who had new cars at the 12th running of the biggest race in the World. Mugen Seiki also arrived with a brand new car which the Japanese manufacturer for now wants to keep under wraps but it looks like designer Robert Pietsch has come up with a very competitive all new MTC3. While it was great to see 2016 World Champion Ronald Volker in the mix, probably one of the most exciting things of the 2024 Worlds was their young up & coming star Jacob Cruz making the A-Main. Having covered a lot of ISTC World Championships it was brilliant to witness the emergence of a new talent on the World stage and turning just 16-years-old the day after Bruno Coelho took a history making three in a row, we look forward to seeing Cruz develop over the next 2-years before we all travel to Asia for the next Worlds.

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November 13, 2024

TZO 1:10 Offroad Slick Tires

New from California based US tyre brand TZO is their range of 1:10 Offroad slicks. Delivering performance and precision honed through over a year of dedicated research and development they are designed to provide superior grip and consistency on clay surfaces. The tires feature an optimised compound that balances durability with maximum traction catering to serious racers looking for that competitive edge. Rigorous testing has ensured that the TZO 1:10 slicks offer enhanced control, reduced wear, and exceptional performance under racing conditions.

Source: TZO Tires [tzorires.com]

November 12, 2024

Nicholson joins Schumacher

Schumacher has announced that reigning multiple Australian National Champion Simon Nicholson has joined its touring car team. Having spend the last decade racing for Yokomo, Nicholson is a well known face in Australia and across Asia where he has raced at the TITC, AOC and FEMCA Championships. Set to debut for the British manufacturer when he races their Mi9 at the upcoming (21-24 November) RCRA EP Onroad Australian Nationals, which will be hosted Templestowe Flat Track Racing near Melbourne, on the announcement Nicholson said, ‘Firstly I must thank Robin, Chris and the whole Schumacher crew for this amazing opportunity to join this world renown team. Looking forward to what the future holds for this new adventure with upcoming races and helping to grow the team Australia/Asia wide.’

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

November 12, 2024

T-Works X4’25 Graphite Upper Bumper Holder

New from T-works for Xray’s World Championship winner X4’25 1:10 Electric Touring car is this graphite upper bumper holder. Made from high-strength carbon fibre, it is lightweight while at the same time has excellent strength and durability. The mount is specially designed to enhance the fixation of the crash sponge, effectively prevent the sponge from shift or fall off in high-speed collisions and ensure that the model car maintains the best protection in various track conditions.

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

November 12, 2024

Yokomo MS1.0 Aluminium Gear Differential Case

Yokomo has announced the upcoming release of a new aluminium gear differential case for its MS1.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Used in place of the standard plastic gear diﬀ case, this aluminium diﬀ case increases diﬀ oil heat dissipation and stabilises operating eﬀectiveness. Especially during the summer season, it can prevent oversteer due to low diﬀerential oil viscosity and stabilise lap times. The pulley part is made of resin, but the case is made of aluminium, which provides high precision and increased drive eﬃciency.

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November 12, 2024

Factory Team RC8B4.1 Aluminium Rear Hubs

New from Team Associated’s optional parts brand Factory Team are these updated aluminium rear hubs for the RC8B4.1 1:8 Offroad platforms. Giving your buggy or truggy maximum durability, they are CNC machined from 7075 aluminium and their updated design utilises the kit compatible carbon fibre FT rear hub towers, as well as incorporating the molded factory team adjustable axle and bearing inserts.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

November 11, 2024

Canas doubles at Alabama Manufacturers Shootout 15.0

Once again making the trip state side for the 15 edition of the Alabama Manufacturers Shootout, Sworkz’s European Champion & World Championship Top Qualifier Juan Carlos Canas came away the big winner with victory in both Nitro and Electric Buggy. In qualifying for the RaceTime Entertainment organised event, it would be TLR’s Dakotah Phend who kicked things off with a Round 1 TQ but taking the remaining two rounds it was Canas who topped the ranking from the American. The final grid however would be sorted in Superpole which Phend took reversing the order meaning Canas started the 45-minute final P2. Qualifying P4 behind Mason Fuller, the Tekno of 2023 AMS Champion Ryan Maifield would get P3 in Superpole. While Phend had a number of stints at the front, it was Canas who came away with the win 6-seconds clear after 104 laps of the indoor dirt track. Fuller’s Sworkz completed the podium. As the defending eBuggy Champion, starting from pole Canas retained his title after winning the first 2 of the triple mains. The podium was completed by Mugen Seiki’s Burak Kilic and Team Associated’s Spencer Rivkin. In Nitro Truggy, Maifield secured the win from Phend and Rivkin.

Image: JConcepts [Facebook]

November 11, 2024

IGT8 SYM 1:8 GT Onroad Chassis

1:8 GT Specialist IGT8, the brand of nitro onroad racing stalwart Paolo Morganti, has released details and renders of their new SYM chassis. Highlights of the new 1:8 GT contender include an innovative 4mm super narrow and sleek flat chassis. IGT8 is the first company to design a GT chassis that works with both Nitro and Electric versions. The symmetrical layout of the openings is engineered to maximise handling, chassis rigidity, torsional flex, and cooling. At the same time, attention to detail and aesthetics confers an aggressive look. Continuing their innovation is the Chassis kick-up with it possible to assembled the car with both the kick-up or the flat hinge pin configuration. An all-in-one solution included in the kit that offers versatility and compliance with the rules. The final piece of the chassis is the transmission plate. Included in the kit, it complements the solid core structure of the chassis, enhancing the efficiency and reliability of the transmission. The SYM Brake system is another novelty for the GT class. Designed as a stand-alone component, the new design avoids the stress on the 2-speed mounts that extreme braking forces create on the assembly.

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