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October 13, 2026

Cayote Crest 8 EVO Firmware Update

Cayote has just released a firmware update for their Crest 8 EVO speed controller. With the 1:8 Electric Buggy & Truggy optimised Crest 8 EVO launched this time last year, the new V2.0.1 firmware gives improved sensored-to-sensorless commutation transitions in Hybrid Mode with optimised Hall sensor signal detection. It also includes Protection Updates. Momentary Power-Loss Protection means gradual power reduction at low voltage, with continued operation if voltage recovers within 2 seconds. Sensored Mode Fault Detection adds Hall sensor failure filtering in Full Sensored Mode, with alternating red and green LED flashes upon failure. The firmware update is available via the Cayote Team App.

Source: Team Cayote [cayote.com]

October 13, 2026

Harper wins 2026/27 EWS season opener – Report

The opening round of the 2026/27 Essex Winter Series took place over the weekend with Schumacher’s Elliott Harper getting his title defence off to the perfect start with victory in the LRP Modified class. The fifteenth season of the EWS, entries were as popular as ever, leading to a fully booked race and a stacked field in all the classes. In qualifying it was the Mugen Seiki of Alex Thurston who topped the opening qualifier ahead of ToniSport’s Kyle Branson, with Harper in third. Harper then however found the groove and took the top spot in the remaining three qualifiers to secure pole position, ahead of Thurston, Branson, the Awesomatix of series returnee Olly Jefferies and Xray’s Harley Eldridge. Thurston initially stayed close to Harper at the start of the final, but by the half-distance point had dropped around 2 seconds behind. Meanwhile, Jefferies hounded Branson, the two former champions putting on a great display of close racing throughout. As Thurston’s pace began to fade, this pair closed in, and the final half-minute saw a three way battle to be “best of the rest”. But Thurston held his composure to cross the line in second place, with Branson and Jefferies right behind him but still in the order they qualified. Out front, Harper secured maximum points with a perfect drive to take the win.

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October 12, 2026

Reflex Racing ‘Aderenza’ 1:28 Tyres

New from 1:28 specialists Reflex Racing comes their all new Aderenza tyre. Made from molded Italian rubber and developed for 1:28 competition, the compound is engineered for higher forward bite, giving you stronger drive out of corners without the usual trade-off in wear. Across testing, the Aderenza delivers increased average life versus the other tyres with comparable performance. With three compound options to choose, Soft is for peak bite when traction is limited, Medium is for everyday balance of grip and durability, or Hard when you need longevity and stability on high-bite or abrasive surfaces

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October 12, 2026

Gens ace power for French offroad talent Ben Mohamed

Global Chinese battery manufacturer Gens ace will support French talent Noha Ben Mohamed, providing battery power for the 17-year-old’s offroad race programs. A team driver for Sparko in 1:8, making last year’s eBuggy World Championship final in Portugal, and Schumacher in 1:10, with whom he won the 2025 4WD French National title, he is the latest driver to be supported by industry leading battery producer which is owned by Shenzhen headquartered Grepow Battery corporation. Continuing to climb the ladder in terms of his profile, in August Ben Mohamed was announced as a Factory Team driver with Italian engine tuner Reds Racing.

Source: KE Distribution [Facebook]

October 12, 2026

Beat One MOTOEP1SP limited Edition ‘Leather Suit Hang-On Racer’

Japanese RC bike manufacturer Beat One has released this Limited Edition ‘Leather Suit Hang-On Racer’ Version of it MOTOEP1SP 1:5 Scale EP Motorcycle. Limited to 300 units, and painted in this striking Suzuki livery for displace purpose only with the kit and rider figure supplied unpainted., the concept behind this model is the fusion of an RC motorcycle and a static display model. To enhance the sense of realism, the rider figure features a sewn leather suit, with every detail meticulously recreated. This model comes upgraded with an aluminium main frame, aluminium steering support, aluminium rear swingarm, and a gold-anodised rear sprocket. The MOTOEP1SP is sold as a semi-assembled kit so the unit you receive will be pre-assembled by Beat Onr. Since the steering damper is a critical component for RC motorcycles, they handle the assembly up to the semi-finished stage. Purchasers also receive free access to download the 3D printer data files.

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October 12, 2026

Hotrace Tokyo 1:8 Buggy Tyre

New World Champion tyre manufacturer Hotrace Tyres Factory has officially released the new Tokyo pattern that took them to victory with David Ronnefalk at the IFMAR 1:8 Nitro Buggy World Championships just over a week ago in Texas, USA. The Italian company’s latest tyre was developed for smooth, clean tracks with little to no dust with the, the Tokyo an evolution of their very popular Sahara, taking the concept even further with a new balance between traction, control and durability. It was developed together with their team drivers, whose valuable feedback and input helped them define the tread pattern and achieve the best possible performance on the track. Compared to the Sahara, Tokyo offers 30%+ longer lifespan, more traction, and is less edgy with more predictable handling.

Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

October 12, 2026

Serpent Carbon 990e R Carbon Chassis

Serpent has released this optional Carbon Chassis for their 990e R 1:8 Electric Onroad car. A direct replacement option for the kit standard aluminium chassis with, the carbon fibre version has been engineered to deliver key advantages with the Quasi-Isotropic Carbon Structure, it is manufacturer with a specialised multi-directional layer layup to maximize torsional stiffness and eliminate flex distortion under extreme cornering loads. The new chassis also sheds 50 grams off compared to the stock aluminium plate for faster acceleration, sharper direction changes, and higher top speeds. Optimised weight distribution shifts the centre of gravity further to the rear, delivering
enhanced rear traction and superior stability out of corners.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

October 11, 2026

Balestri wins Singapore Nitro GP with world class recovery drive

Infinity’s Dario Balestri has claimed back to back wins at the Singapore International Nitro Grand Prix, the Italian putting in a world class recovery drive after an early flame out dropped the Top Qualifier down to 7th in the 45-minute race of attrition. Leading away the 12 car grid, the 20th edition of the annual race marking the official re-opening of the newly resurfaced RCMC Marine Parade track, Balestri took early control of proceeding with Naoto Matsukura in tow & keeping him honest. Unfortunately World Champion Shoki Takahata’s challenge on his first visit to Singapore ended as fast as it started, the Mugen Seiki driver suffering a flame out on the first lap – the first of many for the Japanese driver who eventually finished P7. 1:8 & 1:10 Nitro Onroad World Champion Tadahiko Sahashi would be another early exit after he spun and was collected by Jesse Davis, winner of the Last Chance Final, the Japanese driver’s mistake would also lead to the demise of the Australian with just two minutes on the clock. With the first round of fuel stop coming around, it would see the spectacular demise of Matsukura. Exiting pit lane after his first stop, spectators trying to capture the 1:8 Onroad action blocked the Nitro Touring Car World Champion’s view and he hit a post, his yellow bodied Infinity resembling a banana after the massive high speed impact. With things starting to finally settle down, Jilles Groskamp another hitting early problems, it looked like Balestri could switch to cruise control but approaching the send round of fuel stops, the 2 time World Champion ran out of fuel. The only one of the four direct qualifiers to have not yet hit problems, Carmine Raiola took over the lead. He would hold that lead until the final 3-minutes. Setting a new track record as he struck off his rivals 1 by 1 on his way back to the front, Balestri would pass Raiola for the lead on his final fuel stop. His drive to Singapore Nitro Grand Prix victory a class act by one of 1:8 Onroad’s greatest drivers, his winning margin 5-seconds over Raiola. Takakki Shimo completed the podium ahead of Teemu Leino.

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