March 11, 2026

TZO T500 Truggy Tyre

California based tyre brand TZO has released a new 1:8 Truggy tyre, the T500.  The big brother to the 500 buggy pattern, it is engineered for peak performance on high-bite, grooved-up TNR style tracks and East Coast–style tracks.  Featuring a refined small-pin tread design, the T500 uses strategically placed pins to deliver enhanced cornering grip and stability while maintaining strong forward drive.  The updated carcass design provides a stable sidewall with the optimal balance of lightweight feel, flex, and consistency.

Source: TZO Tires [tzorires.com]


March 11, 2026

Factory Team RC10B84 Center 56mm CVA bone

Factory Team, the Team Associated option parts & accessories line, has released this new Center CVA 56mm bone for the RC10B84 1:10 4WD Buggy.  This is a must have for those who want to use the centre diff in the forward position.  The bone is laser etched along the shaft for easy part recognition.  The forward differential position means this front bone needs to be paired with #92551 for the rear centre bone to reach the differential.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


March 10, 2026

T-Works RC8 Steel A Mount

Continuing its roll out of steel suspension mounts for 1:8 Buggy platforms, T-Works has added this Team Associated RC8 A Mount to its line-up.  Machined from high-quality steel, offering deformation resistance and wear durability, this Front Lower Suspension A Mount is compatible with the B4.1/B4/T4/B3.2/T3.2. Weighing in a 22.8 grams compared to their Aluminium version at 8.05 grams, this increased weigh optimises front weight distribution improving high-speed stability and cornering grip.

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March 10, 2026

Scale Speed 1:10 Buggy Titanium Skid Plates

Arizona based Scale Speed has released a range of titanium skid plates for 1:10 buggies from Xray, Losi, and Mugen Seiki.  Having alreasy offered the skid plates for the Associated’s B7/SC7/T7, B84, RB10, and RC10 vintage models, at 1.5 mm thick, these Grade 5 titanium plates protect the chassis and add a high chance of throwing dazzling white sparks when your car scrapes the track or other hard surfaces.  The new additions to their lineup include the Losi 22X DC, Mugen Seiki MSB1, and Xray XB2 and XB4.

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March 9, 2026

Infinity IFB8 EV 1:8 Electric Buggy

Infinity has released their electric evolution of the IFB8 1:8 Buggy platform, the IFB8 EV.  Built on their proven IFB8 drivetrain and suspension, the eBuggy has been developed through extensive prototype testing and real-world race competition.  Data-driven refinement has led to a precisely optimised layout and weight balance, delivering explosive acceleration and razor-sharp cornering performance unique to the electric platform.  With compatibility across a wide range of IFB8 option parts, the platform also offers limitless customisation — allowing drivers to tailor performance, handling, and character to their exact preferences.  Key features of the IFB8 EV Kit include a newly designed main chassis and newly designed centre differential mount and motor mount.  The mount allow easy adjustment of the backlash between the pinion gear and spur gear.  The centre differential can also be replaced and maintained with ease.  Other new parts are a newly designed servo saver arm, new front steering brace, new designed servo tray, and new designed battery tray.  This CFRP construction has adjustable front-to-rear positioning for short and mid-size batteries, enabling weight balance adjustment according to the driver’s preference.

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March 9, 2026

T-Works MBX8 Steel A and D Mounts

Leading aftermarket parts producer T-Works has released these Steel A and D suspension mounts for the Mugen Seiki MBX8 1:8 Buggy.  Machined from high-quality steel, it boasts deformation resistance and wear durability, with each mounts weight helping enhance vehicle handling stability as it can be used as a counterweight to flexibly adjust the front-rear weight distribution ratio.   Each mount weighs almost 3 times that of T-Works T7075 aluminium version with the Steel A Mount weighing in at 16.1 grams and the D Mount 32.4 grans.

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March 7, 2026

Factory Team RC8 70-135mm Droop Gauge

New from Factory Team comes this 70-135mm droop gauge for the Team Associated RC8 buggy.  Conveniently slip the top of this item over the top shock nut and line up the bottom with the shock pin to give yourself an easy measurement.  No need to fiddle with calipers that are often cumbersome to use for this application.  This product features laser etched text to make reading each measurement clear and simple. Laser etched measurements range from 70 to 135mm.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


March 6, 2026

Xray XB2 Extra Low Position Adjustable Alu Rear Upright

Xray has added a new optional Aluminium Rear Upright for their XB2 1:10 2WD Buggy which features an extra-low suspension arm mounting position.  The additional lowered position allows further reduction of rear roll centre, improving stability and corner speed on high-traction or smooth track conditions.  CNC-machined for maximum durability, consistent geometry, and precise suspension tuning.  Laser-engraved with two arrows symbol for easy identification.

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