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September 15, 2026

Team Associated RB10 Factory Team Retro Kit

Team Associated has just expanded its already extensive catalogue of 1:10 2WD Buggy kit offerings with the latest addition this RB10 Factory Team Retro Kit. The kit blends classic offroad buggy styling with proven B5 engineering for a true old-school look backed by modern durability and adjustability. Featuring a rear-motor layout, the RB10 Factory Team Retro delivers familiar handling characteristics with updated materials, race-ready components, and some Factory Team upgrades. At its core is a Retro Bronze anodised aluminium B5 tub chassis, paired with a matching Retro Bronze aluminium front nose plate and exclusive grey molded plastics throughout for an unmistakable vintage appearance. An authentic retro Viper body and high-downforce 5.5” retro wing complete the classic silhouette, while 12mm hex dish wheels and your choice of tires (not included) ensure confident performance on today’s tracks. Under the body this retro kit features Kashima coated 13mm big bore coil-over shocks, a B5 rear-motor Stealth transmission, rear CVA driveshafts, and a 2.6:1 sealed B5 Ball differential provides smooth, reliable power delivery. Fully adjustable suspension geometry, steel turnbuckles, vertical ball ends, and an adjustable V2 slipper system give drivers a full range of tuning options.

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September 15, 2026

Xray XB2’26 1.2mm Narrow End Hudy Spring Steel Chassis

Xray has introduced for their XB2’26 2WD Buggy this new steel chassis featuring a revised rear profile. The revision provides additional clearance and compatibility with different rear suspension holder configurations. The optimised rear shape maintains the original chassis characteristics while the narrower design increases installation flexibility for various suspension holder setups. Special 1.2mm thick steel chassis made from Hudy Spring Steel material, with unique handling characteristics and outstanding durability. Suitable for medium to high traction tracks. The increased weight makes for an ultra-low CG, which improves stability and consistency in all conditions. Traction rolling tendencies will be significantly decreased.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 15, 2026

Wicaksono joins Sworkz team

Sworkz, who just released their latest S35-5 buggy platform, has announced the addition of well known & accomplished Indonesian 1:8 Offroad racer Adrian Wicaksono to its official team line-up. The Indonesian National Champion and multiple FEMCA Championship Finalist is also the host of his home country’s Asian Buggy Championships round at his ‘bucket list’ track West Side Raceway in Jakarta. Responsible for designing and building the track which last month concluded the fourth season of the Asian Buggy Championships, Wicaksono work was highly praised by the races biggest international field to date. Switching from Team Associated to Sworkz for the 2026 season, on the official announcement of his team driver status, Wicaksono said, ‘First off, I would like to thank Scott Yang and Sworkz for giving me the opportunity to run for an incredible brand! Having Sworkz believing in my racing program has given me the confidence to push for new limits. I hope we can achieve many incredible things together here in the region. See you all at trackside!’

Source: Sworkz [sworkz.com]

September 15, 2026

Serpent Medius X26 Soft Topdeck

Serpent has released an optional Soft Topdeck for its Medius x26 1:10 Electric Touring Car which which the manufacturer released at the end of June. With this softer option of topdeck, you gain overall softer flex on both the steel and aluminium chassis with Serpent recommending this setup for low to medium grip asphalt, as it helps generate more overall grip. The new topdeck is not recommended for high-grip asphalt, carpet, or for use in combination with carbon chassis version of the car.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

September 14, 2026

Neumann regains German 2WD Buggy National title

WIRC/Cayote team driver Joern Neumann has regained his DMC German National 1:10 2WD Mod Buggy title, the 2024 Champion taking the title back from Team Associated’s Joona Haatanen in Leipzig over the weekend. Racing on the MRC Leipzig astro track, qualifying would see Julius Stein take his Team Associated to the TQ honours with an impressive run of 4 fastest times over the 5 rounds. Topping Q4, Neumann would line-up second with Haatanen aiming to defend his title from 3rd on the grid. In the opening 7-minute A-Main, Stein led from start to finish to win with a 6-second margin over Neumann with Moritz Lautenbach taking 3rd from 5th on the grid. A2 would go to the way of Haatanen ahead of Marcel Scheider with Stein dropping to third and finishing just ahead of Neumann. With the title on the line in A3, the track improving after rain, Stein led the way but faltered on lap 13 allowing Neumann to go to the front and take the win ahead of Schneider and Haatanen and regain the title. On tie break with his team-mate Stein, Haatanen finished runner-up.

Image: MRC Leipzig [Facebook]

September 14, 2026

Vision Racing 22X-4 2.0 Decoupled Slipper Alu Center Bulkhead

Offroad aftermarket parts producer Vision Racing has introduced this all new Decoupled Slipper Aluminium Center Bulkhead for the TLR 22X-4 2.0 1:10 4WD Buggy. This upgrade adds precision, strength, and durability to the buggy and precision-machined from high-quality aluminium, it delivers enhanced drivetrain alignment, and increased durability for demanding racing conditions. Designed specifically for the decoupled slipper setup, it’s a direct-fit upgrade that helps maximise performance and reliability on the track.

Source: Vision Racing [visionracing.net]

September 14, 2026

Yanagisawa crowned new All-Japan National Touring Car Champion

RC Xpress team driver Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa is the new JMRCA All-Japan National Touring Car Champion after going one better than a year earlier at the same track. Racing at Tsukuba RC Park in Yatabe, Yanagisawa TQ’d 2 of the three qualifiers to secure the Top Qualifier honours ahead of the Axon of defending back to back Champion Akio Sobue with Infinity’s Ryosuke Yamamoto completing the Top 3. In the triple finals, Yanagisawa secured the title in A2 wining again from Sobue just as he done in the opening final. While Sobue won A3 ahead of Yamamoto, it was the later who completed the podium. Qualifying 5th, Yanagisawa’s RC Xpress team-mate Yugo Nagashima would make up a position in the finals to finish 4th.

Image: Yoshiyasu Yanagisawa [Facebook]

September 14, 2026

T-Work’s Transmitter Bag

T-Works has introduced a new Transmitter Bag suitable for the Sanwa M17, Futaba 7PX, FlySky NB4 and similar transmitters. The bag has a dedicated main compartment for the radio plus rear storage pocket for multi‑purpose use. Made with water‑resistant wear‑proof fabric, heavy‑duty stitching & reliable zippers, thick shock‑absorbing padding ensures your radio is protect in transport. A lightweight bag it comes with an adjustable strap that can be adjusted for hand‑held, single‑shoulder, or cross‑body carrying options.

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