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The latest news from the crew at eXcelerate RC is a teaser on their upcoming Prodigy F1 Car Kit. The eXcelerate RC crew is based out of Wisconsin and have started to make a big push on the on-road scene. A couple of weeks ago they announced the Prodigy 12 pan car kit and now they are throwing their hat [...]
Coming in September from Tamiya is the 1/10 Porsche 911 Carrera RSR 2.8 Kit. The Porsche 911 comes on Tamiya’s versatile BT-01 chassis and of course has a beautifully scaled polycarbonate body. Here are more highlights- * Realistic short wheelbase, midship rear motor, rear wheel drive layout * 1/10 scale rc model assembly kit * Width: 204mm * Wheelbase: 251mm * Silver color wheels – [...]
Over at Kyosho they have uploaded a new promotional video for their Lazer SB Dirt Cross 4WD Readyset. The Lazer SB Dirt Cross is the perfect buggy for backyard bashing. Watch the video below to learn more about the key features of the Lazer SB Dirt Cross, plus it has plenty of action footage as well. Use this link to get [...]
Over at Redcat they have announce that their Ascent-18 1/18 Brushed RTR Rock Crawler will be available in Pink. The Ascent-18 is an affordable small scale crawler that is big on performance. Featuring a sturdy full time 4wd drivetrain and high clearance portal axles, the Ascent-18 is more than ready for your next trail adventure. Here are the highlights- * Ball [...]
After a few months of teasing, full details have been released on the ridiculously trick RC Maker 1/10 SP1 & SP1-F Kits. Made from high end materials, and pushing the envelope of car design, the SP1 and SP1-F are going to turn a lot of heads, as well as win a lot of races. Here is the scoop- * Laydown push-rod [...]
New from Kyosho is a promotional video for their gorgeous looking 1970 Chevy Chevelle Supercharged VE in Dark Blue. The Kyosho Chevelle has been impeccably scaled down from the original and comes on Kyosho’s easy to drive Fazer Mark 2 AWD chassis. The video goes over some of the major features of the Chevelle, plus it includes some action footage [...]
The good folks over at Team Associated have announced Factory Team Carbon Fiber Rear Arm Inserts for their RC8B4.1 & RC8B4.1e race buggies. These ultra-trick carbon inserts can help tune your buggy for different traction conditions by increasing torsional stiffness for more predictable traction on high-grip tracks. * Comes with two inserts * Made from 2.0mm CNC routed carbon fiber * Custom profiled [...]
Over at Infinity they have just dropped their new 1/10 IF14-2 Mid Touring Car Kit. This high-end race machined has an ultra-low center of gravity design and is made from high quality materials. Here are the highlights- * Belt driven 4wd system * Carbon fiber chassis * Equal length front and rear belts * Centrally placed spur gear to improve weight distribution * Designed for [...]
New from JConcepts are Swaggoo 2.2″ Slim Front Tires. The Swaggoos feature one of the most interesting names in all of rc and were designed to give your race buggy more grip on carpet or turf tracks. Check out these highlights- * Based off of JC’s Swagger race tires * Staggered wedges with added teeth and notched large lugs * Scalloped tire bead [...]
New from Powerhobby is a very trick Carbon Fiber Wheelie Bar Set for the mighty Traxxas Drag Slash. This high-zoot carbon fiber wheelie bar set not only looks good, but can also help you get down the track faster. A carbon fiber main bar is used to save weight, while also giving your Drag Slash a touch of bling. The Powerhobby [...]
New from Eustace and his crew at MIP Online is a How to Build the Perfect MIP Ball Diff Video. Watch below to see the MIP crew show you how to build the perfect ball diff for the Associated B7. MIP differential upgrade parts have long been a favorite among racers and the video below shows you just how easy [...]
Recently announced by Delta Plastik is the 1/7th scaled Oldsspeed Clear Body. The Oldsspeed is sized to fit cars like the Traxxas XO-1, the ARRMA Limitless, and the Hobao GTV2E. Check out these highlights- * Wheelbase: 406-420mm * Width: 310mm * Designed to help make your car go straight and fast * Ideal for Speed Runs and long tracks with flowing curves * Removable wing [...]
Over at G-Force they recently announced the G-Force GMA620MP AC/DC Battery Charger. The new G-Force can be powered by either AC or DC power and comes with an easy to use menu. Here are more highlights- * Interactive mode * Motor break in function * Power supply function * DC Input Voltage: 6-30V * AC Input Voltage: 100-240V (50/60Hz) * Charging Output: AC100W, DC200W * Discharge Output: [...]
Over at Cross RC they have announced the mighty NT-6 EMO RTR. This absolute unit of a 6×6 is as big on scale realism, as it is on performance. Check out these highlights- * New design complete with essential changes * Based on the EMO chassis * Suspension uses multi-link design * Front axle equipped with Panhard rod * 2 speed transmission * Differential lock * Three [...]
Just announced by Ruddog is the RC230 Dual Channel DC Battery Charger. This beast of a battery charger can charge at up to 50 amps and has a maximum cell count of 8S for lithium based cells. Here are more highlights- * Can charge two packs at up to 30 amps each * Capacitive touchscreen display * Input voltage – 10 to 49 [...]