July 22, 2026

Xray XB2 | XB4 77mm Universal Drive Shaft

Xray has introduced this Universal Drive Shaft set for the rear suspension of its 1:10 2WD and 4WD Buggy platforms.  The 77mm optional shaft for the XB2 & XB4 platforms is manufactured from premium Hudy Spring Steel for maximum strength, reliability & long-term durability.  The universal design provides a freer drivetrain feel with smoother suspension movement, making the buggy easier to drive on bumpy tracks and rough surfaces. The dust-free design performs especially well on astro tracks, where maintenance is minimsed while ensuring more consistent handling and reliable performance in dirty conditions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


July 22, 2026

AKA Reverb 1:8 Buggy Tyre

New from US tyre manufacturer AKA comes the all new Reverb 1:8 Buggy race tyre.  Developed for the hard packed and dusty surfaces shaping modern 1:8 buggy racing, its directional tread pattern is built to generate strong forward bite under acceleration while maintaining predictable steering and balanced cornering grip.  An updated carcass with optimised inner reinforcements helps keep the contact patch consistent, giving the buggy a stable, controlled feel under braking, through technical sections, and deep into long mains.  Available in Super Soft, Soft Long Wear, and Super Soft Long Wear compounds, AKA say the Reverb gives racers more options to tune grip, feel, and durability for changing track conditions.

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July 21, 2026

R1 Wurks R1B Lightweight 30mm Fan Shroud

R1 Wurks has released a Lightweight 30mm Fan Shroud designed specifically for its R1B 1:10 2WD Buggy.  High-resolution 3D printed using premium lightweight carbon fibre material, this fan shroud significantly improves motor cooling efficiency.  Weighing 2.9 grams, it directs airflow across the motor’s larger surface areas and ventilation openings more effectively.

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July 20, 2026

Mardave exploring Meteor re-release

Just over 40-years after it was launched, niche British manufacturer Mardave has announced that the Meteor buggy that it produced up until 1992 could now be a possible re-release option for the company.  Best known for its 1:12 Mini kits, the small produced also previously produced entry level 1:10 buggies.   Having sold the rights and molds for its Cobra 1:10 2WD Buggy to Stack RC last year, re-releasing the Meteor was a little more challenging.  The previous Mardave owner had destroyed the tooling for this low cost alternative to the RC10, which meant new owner Chris Wilkinson always said no to bringing back to the Meteor but now he has hinted that a re-release was being explored.  This has come about due to new production processes evolving so fast and Mardave partnering up with suitable partner.  With retro a big think in RC, fan are sure to be excited by today’s update on social media of a potential return of the kit.

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July 17, 2026

Factory Team RC10B7.1 HT1 Steering Block Arms

Team Associated option parts & accessories line Factory Team has introduced these new HT1 line of steering block arms for the RC10B7.1 1:10 2WD Buggy.  The HT1 name indicates that they have moved the ballstud position rearward by one step.  These plates can also add extra steering throw to certain configurations that experience interference with the steering plate and caster block assembly.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]


July 17, 2026

MIP 4-10 Legend Kit

New from renowned California based tool manufacturer MIP comes the release of the MIP 4-10 Legend kit, a conversion that preserves the character that made the original so special while delivering smoother acceleration, better consistency, and improved longevity.  Whether you’re restoring a shelf-queen, building a period-correct racer, or running your Team Associated RC10 hard, this conversion brings classic innovation back to life.  Over the past year and a half, MIP has gone back to its roots immersing itself in the nostalgic world of vintage RC racing, reconnecting with the community that helped shape its identity.  The Eustace Moore run company say the MIP 4-10 Legend (2026 Edition) ‘is not a reissue. This is a resurrection.’  Every detail has been carefully revisited, refined, and reimagined blending the unmistakable DNA of the original with modern engineering, materials, and precision manufacturing.  The result is a bespoke, retro-compatible kit that honours the past while performing in the present.  All new tooling, programming and manufacturing processes were applied using the current twenty first century MIP while staying a true to what and how we created the MIP 4-10 Legend in the 80’s. Modern materials and updated heat treating mean stronger, more consistent alloys improve durability and reduce long-term wear, even under today’s higher-grip tracks and power systems. Tighter machining tolerances mean improved precision results in smoother drivetrain operation, reduced slop, and more predictable power delivery.  Known load points were strengthened based on real-world racing experience, increasing reliability without compromising performance.  Few RC platforms are as iconic as the Team Associated RC10.  The original MIP 4-10 Conversion for the R10 buggy was created to do one thing exceptionally well: transform a legendary 2WD platform into something more aggressive, more planted, and more capable.  It delivered increased traction, improved drivability, and a completely different feel that racers still remember today.  Decades later, the demand never disappeared and the MIP 4-10 Conversion for the RC10 returns re-released with modern improvements while staying true to the spirit of the original.

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July 16, 2026

Team Associated RC8T4.2 Team Kits

Having released the 4.2 version of its World Championship winning RC8B Buggy Platform back in May, Team Associated has now given the Truggy an update with the release of the RC8T4.2 Nitro and Electric kits.  New to Associated’s latest competition spec Truggy are a new -4mm chassis with improved chassis bracing options (Nitro only).  New updated shock towers for height-adjustable gearboxes feature more body mount height options.  The kit also gets new molded suspension arms front and rear for increased durability and modern look.  A new molded top plate is also included.  Coming with 16 degree KPI steering block this gives updated bump steer geometry.  New rear anti-roll bar have a wider mounting points.

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July 15, 2026

Ultimate Racing MBX8R Rear Offset Kit

New from Ultimate Racing, the brand of Spanish Mugen Seiki distributor Modelix Racing, comes this Rear Offset Kit for the MBX8R 1:8 Buggy.  Developed to optimise rear suspension geometry, this upgrade follows the setup philosophy used by today’s top factory teams, delivering more rear grip, improved stability, and a more forgiving car in changing track conditions.  Thanks to the wider offset the rear traction is increased and you get a flatter rear suspension under acceleration.  The set also gives more predictable handling and better consistency when track grip changes.

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