January 28, 2026

Kyosho MP11e Prototype at Nuremberg Toy Fair

Having llaunched its MP11 Nitro Buggy in the middle of last year, first showing that at the Kyosho Masters, Kyosho is showing off a prototype of its upcoming electric buggy, the MP11e, at this week’s Nuremberg Toy Fair.  With the electric buggy retaining the same suspension and geometry of the nitro version, the still pre-production example have a completely new centre section and has been designed with ease of maintenance and to improve front/rear balance.  While some parts of the new design are said to be still subject to change, Kyosho is aiming to ship the first finals kits from Japan in April.

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January 28, 2026

JConcepts 2026 Race Team Apparel

JConcepts has a fresh new look for the 2026 season with a new ‘Reload’ apparel line to go with its fresh and rejuvenated racing team.  Each year, the Florida brands design team inspires racers with a new logo, and new theme for what is sure to be another action-packed year on the circuit.  The range includes two t-shirt designs, a pull-over hoodie sweatshirt, a zipper hoodie sweatshirt, and a choice of 4 hat types.  Each items feature some of JConcepts favourite imagery, the globe representing world participation, along with the traditional checkerboard that will have racers dashing for the finish line.  In the logo comes in white and blue printed colours with an option of retro inspired pink and teal colours available in the t-shirts.

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January 28, 2026

Reds Racing 721 Superveloce GEN5 Offroad Engine

Italy’s Reds Racing has introduced its latest 721 Superveloce,  the GEN5 the most refined evolution of the Superveloce platform yet.  The GEN5 is the result of targeted development on internal fluid dynamics, crankshaft and cylinder timing, and the introduction of the new 9mm carburetor, with a clear objective: increase power without increasing fuel consumption.  Performance is higher, while fuel mileage remains exactly the same as the original Superveloce, a long-time benchmark for efficiency. The 721 Superveloce GEN5 is designed to cover both Buggy and Truggy applications with a single engine platform, simplifying choices for racers competing in multiple classes. Reworked internal flow paths improve air–fuel mixture quality and combustion stability. The result is smoother power delivery, faster throttle response, and extremely consistent performance over long runs.

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January 27, 2026

VP-Pro Hyperdrive Evo 1:8 Buggy Tyre

In its first new tyre release since announcing the signing of leading 1:8 offroad racer Berkan Kilic, VP-Pro has added the Hyperdrive Evo to its 1:8 tyre line.  The Hyperdrive is specifically designed for hard packed and blue groove tracks providing excellent grip and forward traction. Its honeycomb tread pattern and internal square mini-pins, provide quick steering response and increase stability during high-speed corners, ensuring you get more control and the best performance on the track.  The Hyperdrive is made from high quality rubber and durable closed cell insert.  Available in M1,M2,M3,M4, and MC compounds, it is available pre-mounted on options of Yellow/White/Pink/Green/Orange wheels.

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January 22, 2026

Xray XB4 Narrow Composite Front | Rear Chassis Braces

Xray has introduced new Narrow Composite Front & Rear Chassis Braces for their XB4 1:10 4WD Electric Buggy.  Available in two options, they are precision-engineered components designed to improve chassis performance and consistency on high-traction surfaces.  The Graphite composite option provides increased stiffness compared to the kit Hard composite, resulting in improved stability, more precise handling, and better corner speed on high-traction surfaces.  The Medium composite version provides more flex compared to the kit Hard composite, resulting in improved traction of the car and more forgiving feel, especially on low-traction surfaces.  The Hard composite included in the kit provides balanced handling and is the most versatile across a wide range of track conditions.  The rear brace features a narrower design, allowing the battery and motor to sit closer to the car’s centerline and fitting the rear carbon T-Brace for improved rotation and chassis balance.  Both braces are key elements of the Multi-Flex™ system, allowing fine-tuning of chassis flex characteristics to match track conditions and driving style.  The set includes front & rear chassis braces.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


January 22, 2026

SOTA RC 1:10 Offroad Shock System

Following on from the launch of its Patent pending cutting-edge innovation Position Sensitive Damping System for 1:8 Offroad, Australia’s SOTA RC Products has unveiled a new 1:10 Offroad Shock System.  Set to be available mid February, the 1:10 system is not a resized version of their 1:8 offering but a new design from Sota RC’s Matt Austin.  Describing the 1:10 system as a new benchmark in RC shock piston design, while they may look unconventional the piston delivers a level of damping control and tuning depth previously reserved for full-scale motorsport.  Compatible with 13 mm bore shocks (AE, Schumacher, SWORKz, TLR, and others using the AE-style design), key highlights include modular design enabling tunable multi-curve damping with more than five blended damping regimes.  Designed for beginners and advanced racers alike, you can configurable shim stacks for low-, mid-, and high-speed control – and beyond.  The Sota system also provides progressive shim engagement from ~100 mm/s through to >1 m/s shaft velocity.  It has true full port closure with complete shim coverage when engaged.  You get adjustable damping force from subtle control to over 50 kg.  View video presentation/technical explanation here.

Source: Sota RC Products [sotarcproducts.com]


January 22, 2026

Hong Nor X5B Alu Front Top Deck

Continuing to roll out option parts for their well received X5B 1:8 Buggy, Hong Nor has released this aluminium Front Top Deck for the platform which now includes the recently unveiled electric iX5B version.  CNC machined from 7075-T6 Aluminium it is finished with black anodising and silver chamfered edges.  As a direct replacement for the kit standard carbon front top deck, this upgrade reduces body twisted and improves cornering stability.

Images: Hong Nor [hongnor-racing.com]


January 22, 2026

Associated RC10 4×4 Pickup Truck Kit

New from Team Associated comes the RC10 4×4 Pickup Truck Kit.  The American manufacturer say the 1:10 truck is designed not only for scale looks with realistic wheels, tires and body, but also built for performance.  The steel ladder frame chassis provides the perfect backbone for this rugged little rig.  The 4-link suspension, scale shocks, and soft rubber tyres give the grip and performance needed to climb over the roughest terrain.  Transferring power to the rocks is a compact 3-gear transmission, plastic low-friction slider-type drive shafts, front steel CVA axles, and metal shield ball bearings.  Featuring RC10 Classic Gold anodised aluminium, dyeable white plastics throughout, a clear body and box art livery decals, it also included a Sport Reedy 400 Brushed Motor.

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