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New from XRay is the 1/8 2026 RX8E Electric On-Road Kit. This high-end race machine has been updated for 2026 to keep you on the top step of the podium. Check out these highlights- * All-new chassis design features new flex characteristics * Lowered center of gravity * M4 hardware throughout * Rear solid axle & front one-way outdrives * Front aluminum one-way axle is [...]
Coming soon from Kyosho is the 1/8 Inferno NEO 4.0 Nitro Buggy Readyset. This 4.0 version of the nitro Inferno NEO comes completely pre-built and painted for your convenience, yet is highly competitive out on the track. Here are more highlights- * Readyset with pre-built chassis, installed engine, and pre-painted * Simplified engine break-in system * Shares body with the electric Inferno NEO [...]
Over at Kyosho they have announced the return of their 1/8 S.R.T. Suzuki RGV-Γ 1992 Hanging On Racer Series Motorcycle Kit. This vintage racing motorcycle features a realistic rider that can hang off the side of the bike while cornering. Here are more highlights- * Replica of the 1991 Road Racing World Championship S.R.T. RGV-Γ * First released in 1992 * S.D.S.S (Semi [...]
The folks over at XRay have just released full details on the 2026 edition of their 1/8 2RX8 Nitro Onroad Car Kit. The RX8 is about as high-end as they come and is capable of winning, even at the world championship level. Here are the highlights – * All-new chassis design features new flex characteristics & lowered CG * Lightened rear solid [...]
New from Reedy is a Zappers SG6 2S 7200mAh 135C Long-Shorty lithium battery for 8th scaled vehicles. This special sizing is perfect for race applications, plus this pack is HV, meaning it can be charged to a higher voltage than a normal LiPO. Here are the highlights- * Long-shorty sizing intended for 1/8 electric buggy & truggy * Nominal voltage of 3.8V [...]
Over at WIRC Professional RC Cars they are now teasing 1/8th scaled SBX4 & SBX4E Buggy Kits. The SBX4 will be available in nitro or electric form and has been highly revised from the previous version. WIRC kits are made from high quality materials in Italy and we can’t wait for full details on the SBX4/SBX4E in the coming days. You [...]
New from Reedy is the 1/8 RS4008A Hi-Speed HV Digital Competition Servo. The RS4008A was designed for 8th scaled buggy and truggy racing, but can also be used in 10th scaled racers and rock crawlers. Check out these highlights – * Pinnacle of Reedy’s servo technology * Combines unparalleled performance with durability * Powerful brushless motor * Advanced microprocessor * Durable steel gearset * CNC machined, [...]
The good folks over at Team Associated have absolutely been crushing it in 2025. From a variety of vintage releases, to a new high-end TC8 touring car, AE has been sending it hard this year. To keep the good times rolling, Associated announced earlier today a special 1/8 RC8B4.1 Ongaro Edition Nitro Buggy Kit. For those of you that don’t [...]
The folks over at Power HD have announced a pair of new Servos For 1/8th Scalers. Power HD has been crushing it on the race circuit as they’ve been piling up win after win in high-end competition. Both of their new servos are designed for serious performance, no matter if you are a hardcore racer, or a backyard basher. Here [...]
Recently announced by Team Corally is the 1/8th scaled Kagama 999 Limited Edition RTR. The limited release 999 takes the Kagama to a new level with upgraded components throughout. Check out these highlights- * Only 999 individually numbered units will be produced worldwide * Grizzly 925 2100KV 4-pole brushless motor * Designed for use with 4S to 6S LiPo batteries * Sensorless setup with [...]
Over at Team Corally they have been releasing a bunch of new products for 2025. Recently they have announced their new 1/10 4WD race buggy called the SBX-425, to go along with the newly announced SBX-825 1/8 4WD race buggy. As you can see above, Corally is now teasing the 999. While not much information is given, you can see [...]
Just announced by Team Corally is the 1/8 SBX-825 Race Buggy Kit. Team Corally brings innovation to the plate with the SBX-825 by offering it with an aluminum or carbon fiber chassis. The revolutionary molded carbon chassis is the first of its kind on the market, which not only looks trick, but is also designed for serious performance. Here are [...]
The news out of Team Corally today is all about them teasing the SBX825 Off-Road Race Machine. While the teaser image doesn’t give us a lot of information, the SBX825 appears to be Corally’s new high-end 8th scale race buggy. Team Corally has long been a high-end race manufacturer and we expect their new release to continue their tradition of [...]
New from HPI Racing is the 1/8 WR8 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth RTR. The Ford Escort RS Cosworth is available in Nitro or in Brushless to suit your preference and comes with classic orange, red, and white Repsol livery. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed, stunning replica body * WR8 3.0 chassis * Nitro uses high-performance Nitro Star G3.0 HO engine * [...]
Over at XRay they are starting to release 2026 models with the first being the mighty X8 4WD Pan Car Kit. If you are looking to go really, really fast on-road, an electric 4wd pan car is a great option. No matter if you are racing, or high speed bashing, the high-end XRay X8 was engineered from the ground up [...]
