Following the recent release of its F26 1:10 Formula 1 kit and it LM26 1:10 LM Prototype derivative, Italian manufacturer WIRC Racing has released an optional Aluminium Rear Pod for the car. Made from 7075 Alu, the new rear pod is stiffer than the kit standard carbon pod and gives extra rear axle rigidity for sharper turning.
Source: WIRC Racing [wirc-racing.com]
Australian aftermarket parts manufacturer INOV8 has added this Type 4L Carbon extension to their list of X-Lite Horizontal Rear Body Mount options. The Type 4L is the same offset as the Type 4, however as the L suggests it is 9mm longer. This variant is ideal for the just released Schumacher Mi10 and the IF14 Speciale Touring Car from Infinity.
Source: Invo8 [inov8rc.com]
1:12 Mini kit manufacturer Mardave has released an updated version of its VRX Hotrod Circuit car, the new VRX Halo. The new version of the popular Hotrod circuit car comes after many years and requests for an update. Mardave was the starter of the most popular GT12 class and also started the very popular Mini class with the new VRX Halo Circuit Rod the MD-26’s big brother. The car comes with a new 3mm GRP Chassis, new Trailing Arm Front Suspension with caster wedges included, side spring damper system, and Lipo sliders for battery position changes. Also new is an Adjustable roll centre pod, and High Spec Axle Bearing set. The kit will come in GRP with a Pro version in CSC Carbon set for release in July.
New from Ohio based onroad body shell producer SuperRad comes their SR-27 SuperMero Gen 3 1:10 Oval Stock Car Body which is designed for stock class racing. Made in the USA from .020” polycarbonate. it is TOUR approved and comes complete with decal sheet and window masks.
Takashima D-13 has released their 1.1mm and 1.2mm spring steel chassis options featuring a black coated finish for the Tamiya TRF421X 1:10 Touring Car. Like the previous releases in the Takashima D-13 spring steel chassis lineup, the chassis uses 120-degree countersunk screw holes, allowing perfect fitment on both the 1.1mm and 1.2mm thickness versions. The black coating not only gives the chassis a unique stealth-style appearance, but also helps prevent rust and corrosion, eliminating one of the common concerns associated with spring steel chassis plates. Developed for maximum consistency and performance, the new chassis is expected to be a strong option for dedicated Tamiya racing enthusiasts.
Xray has presented the latest edition of its European Championship winning 1:8 Electric GT, the GTXE’27. A title they will try to defend at the end of this month in Portugal, features of the new kit include an all-new flat 3mm aluminium chassis with increased battery cooling & completely flat profile, including side sections, eliminating front kick-up for lower CG. A new composite front bumper has been specifically designed for the flat chassis layout together with a new lightweight foam bumper for reduced weight. The car also gets new front bulkheads adapted to the flat chassis configuration while new rear bulkheads are designed to accommodate upper centre top deck mounting. A stronger, lowered motor mount has also been introduced for improved service access & reduced centre of gravity.
View the full GTXE’27 presentation here
3Racing has announced the upcoming release of its Zero Cero 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Opening pre-order for their latest kit, the Hong Kong manufacturer say it is 15 years in the making. Named after the legacy that started it all the Sakura (Zero) and Cero, this car is a complete reinvention. 95% all-new design and featuring an ultra-low centre of gravity architecture, 3Racing’s signature pink colour scheme also makes its return. Key features of the Zero Cero include the chassis front end shortened by 15mm for sharper cornering with the full-width 77mm narrow chassis reducing lean contact in corners. Ultra-short shock absorbers give an eye-to-eye of just 34.4mm eye-to-eye. The kit also includes a dual-bearing differential with gasket oil seal and front triple-joint driveshaft with dual-cup for steering stability. The carbon fibre chassis is short-cell battery compatible and some of the all-new parts also compatible with previous Gen Cero models As a first batch bonus, due to ship on May 22, every kit will come with a free SAK-Z104B 1.2mm Steel Chassis.
With the release of their FFV4 Dolphin at the start of 2025 generating lots of interest at the time, Hong Kong brand RaceOpt has updated its Front Wheel Drive Touring Car with the release of the FFV4S. The S kit features a new dual rear long trailing arm independent suspension moving away from the single piece suspension set-up of the previous kit. Having previously offer a limited edition Rear Suspension Conversion Kit, the updated FFV4S kit standard design of using two separate carbon fibre trailing arms helps to keep rear the wheels vertical, maximising grip and stability.
