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December 9, 2017

EWS International – Practice update

The fifth running of the EWS International event got underway yesterday, Friday, with many drivers taking the opportunity of three rounds of free practice on the Friday evening of the ever-growing event in the south-east of the UK. In the Modified class, World Champion Ronald Volker set the best three laps, just ahead of compatriot Marc Rheinard Ronald seemed happy with his Yokomo, and said whilst he was used to the bumps in the track after racing at the previous edition of the event, he liked the kerbs which allowed him to drive “fully on it”.

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December 8, 2017

Sense Innovations ESS-One+ & ESS-Dual+ sound systems

Team Associated have announced two new Sense Innovations Engine Sound System products for RC car applications. These versions are smaller to make it easier to install and position. Along with all the features of the earlier model, the ESS-One+ is lighter and more compact in size, making it easier to install. Redesigned speakers have more power and longer life. The D-Class amplifier chip ensures efficient performance and high-quality sound output.

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December 8, 2017

Kyosho MP9 & GT3 hard rear hub carrier set

Kyosho have introduced an optional hard rear hub carrier set for the MP9 and GT3 series of cars. The hubs are moulded from a harder composite material than the standard parts for increased stability and less flex under load, something that can be beneficial and create increased traction when running on very high grip surfaces.

Source: Kyosho [kyoshoamerica.com]

December 8, 2017

Xray X1’18 2.0mm carbon fibre chassis plate

Made for the 2018 variant of their successful X1 1/10th formula pan car platform is Xray’s new 2.0mm carbon fibre chassis. Thinner than the standard 2.5mm chassis, the 2.0mm variant is best used on low to medium grip asphalt tracks as it offers more flex which results in increased rear traction. The chassis is intended for the use with the #371149 graphite rear pod plate.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

December 8, 2017

PLMS RC & XRS Poland On-road Rd4 – Report

The fourth round of the PLMS RC & XRS Poland On-road series was held recently and in the Touring Modified class it was Jakub Rozycki with the win. However he was hotly contested by Jarek Siwek and Martin Korinek who were in a fight for the runner-up spot. Ultimately it was Jarek who held the upper hand to secure the 2nd place over Martin who had some bad lack in one final.

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December 8, 2017

Rebels Race Rd3 – Report

The recent third round of the Czech Rebels Race again attracted nearly 100 entries with the most popular category being the Touring Modified class. Race day was dominated by the battle between three top guys from the Czech Republic. Matěj Šulc, Michal Blahovský, and Petr Grof were fighting for the highest positions. Ultimately it was Matěj with the win from Michal and Petr.

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December 8, 2017

T-Works release DB8-2018 optional parts

T-Works have released a whole range of option parts for the Yokomo BD8-2018 touring car. First up are several lightweight titanium parts such as a 64 grade titanium UFO head screw set, a mixed titanium and aluminium black UFO head screw kit, a mixed titanium and aluminium black standard hex head screw kit as well titanium turnbuckles, hybrid turnbuckles, a ball end set, a king pin screw set and also a suspension pin kit. Also available is a gold-plated steel screw set and two hard and extra hard +6mm bumpers.

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December 8, 2017

Myron Kinnard wins USVTA at Indoor Champs

The 2017 U.S. Indoor Champs was held at the Embassy Suite Hotel outside Cleveland, Ohio. It is one of the oldest on-road carpet events with almost 40 years under its belt. The event has become more popular over the last few years, with entry count going over the 400 mark, this year reaching 496, just a few shy of 500. Reigning USVTA National Champion Adam Hutchinson took TQ in the opening two USVTA qualifiers while round 3 belonged to Myron Kinnard. Q4 again went toMyron and Sunday, main event day he knew he needed to pull away before the first corner, and with a slight adjustment in his normal drive line, he was able to do so. Clean start and another 20/5:01 with 98% insured the Championship that he lost last year by less than 0.082 would not be a repeat.Myron turned in three identical runs back to back to back to finally take home the USIC VTA title with TQ. With two of his teammates right behind me making it a clean sweep for Team Associated with Tom second and Will third.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]