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April 10, 2010

TecnoPower B01 .21 buggy engine

New Italian engine brand TecnoPower, a company headed by engine guru and former World Champion Rody Roem, have informed us that they have successfully finished the first real in-car tests of their new B01 .21 buggy engine. This 5 port turbo engine, due for release later in the year, is the result of months of work by the team involved and we have been promised further details and photos closer to the engine’s release date. In the meantime the testing will continue as the B01 hits the track at this weekend’s Trofeo L.Buffoli in Corte Franca, Italy driven by none other than Rody himself.

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April 9, 2010

Bitty Design prototype Losi 8ight shell

Bitty Design were in touch to tell us about their new prototype Losi 8ight body shell. The new EU style shell features a fin along the top along with more pronounced channel over the back of the car to improve the downforce in high speed turns. Also thanks to a new air scoop situated along the side of the cockpit, the throttle and brake linkages don’t rub of the inside of the shell when in operation. The body in the photos is currently only a prototype, with the final version due to receive some final tweaks before it becomes available at the end of April, when it can be purchased from BD directly or through their network of distributors.

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April 9, 2010

Pro-Line V2 Split Six wheels

Pro-Line are showing off a sneak peek of their yet to be released V2 Split Six wheels. Spotted on the car of Daniel Adams, who was doing a little last minute prep before leaving the building for JBRL @ Thunder Alley, these new wheels are extremely light, and could be the ‘Hot’ setup for both SC trucks with 17mm adapters and 1:8 buggies.

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April 9, 2010

SMP 8ight titanium CV axles

Swiss company SMP Racing parts have released these new grade 5 titanium CV axles for the Losi 8ight 2.0 1/8th 4wd buggy. These super light weight parts not only look great but add extra strength for maximum durability.

Source: SMP [smp-slide.ch]

April 8, 2010

JConcepts RC8B Punisher prototype shell

JConcepts have dropped us a mail to show off their latest body for the RC8B. They have fitted an exclusive new design that incorporates the Punisher treatment along with extended side-pods for increased control surfaces and function. Along with the initial photos, they have also included a video showing the new shell in testing and we can expect to have more photos and release information soon.

Click here for more images and a video outlining the features of the new shell

April 7, 2010

HPI Baja Tribal body shell

New for the HPI Baja, you can now change the look of your buggy with this easily installed, pre-painted body shell. Available in a sizzling red ‘tribal’ design, this fully detailed body shell is pre-cut for instant and easy installation, so it’s ready to fit on any Baja 5B, Baja SS or Baja 2.0 buggy.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

April 7, 2010

Tamiya TRF 2wd buggy update

Having shown you some first images of the new TRF 2wd buggy from Tamiya, the Japanese company have released this photo ahead of the car’s official presentation at the Shizuoka Hobby show in the middle of next month. Aside from this black and white photo, TRF have also released more detailed information including the release date which is expected to be in June. The car’s new super efficient ball differential features 12×3/32″ balls, 2.6mm diameter screw and newly designed thrust bearing, while the chassis is made from from lightweight glass reinforced nylon and designed for optimal flex. Other stand out features include coated shock pistons, titanium nitride coated shock shafts, teflon seal bearings, blue titanium turnbuckles and rear universals, all as standard.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

April 7, 2010

HPI Blitz alu universal drive shaft set

Get increased performance from your Blitz or Blitz ESE with this aluminium universal drive shaft set from HPI. With the lightweight aluminium driveshafts and steel axles, you will have lower rotating weight for faster acceleration and better braking, giving you better on-track performance everywhere on the track.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]