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January 8, 2026

Genius confirm Arnaldi for Nitro Party

Italian GT manufacturer Genius Racing has confirmed they are sending 2 time European GT Champion Bernard-Alain Arnaldi to the inaugural Nitro Party race which takes place later this month at the Hongyu GDC track in China. Travelling to the southern city of Foshan for the brand new Asian nitro onroad fixture, the French driver is the latest top international driver to be announced. Taking place over the weekend of January 24-25th, Arnaldi, who is also one of the World’s leading Large Scale racers, joins fellow Genius driver & Spanish Champion Raul Daras Anton on the strong entry list that will also see the Raptor of newly crowned IFMAR 1:8 GT World Champion Alessio Mazzeo, Senesi Motorport’s 2024 European GT Champion Natanaele Senesi, Infinity’s multiple World Champion Naoto Matsukua, Xray’s Filippo Domanin, and Hotrace’s Nicola Marrone race at the multi track Hongyu GDC facility’s 80m X 43m asphalt circuit. Having ended our busy 2025 season coverage at the recent FEMCA Asia Electric Touring Car Championships at the track, Red RC is excited to be returning to this very impressive venue to cover the inaugural Nitro Party when it will echo to the sound of nitro engines.

Source: Hongyu GDC [Facebook]

January 8, 2026

Mikimodel MS2.0 ‘Exoskeleton’

More Yokomo option parts from Mikimodel, the Italian distributor for the Japanese brand releasing this ‘Exoskeleton’ for the MS2.0 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Machined from 1mm carbon fibre, the structure goes under all motor mounts, front mounts, rear mounts, and control arms. This raises the roll centre by 1mm everywhere to increase the car’s roll. Mikimodel tried various solutions and found a truly significant improvement with a roll centre different from the standard. This ‘Exoskeleton’ can be used on both the standard carbon and the optional steel chassis.

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January 8, 2026

T-Works V2 Compact Hard Case Parts Bag

New from T-Works comes this new V2 Compact Hard Case Parts Bag. Measuring 27 x 21 x 9cm, the exterior is made of black fabric, paired with striking red two-way zippers. The ergonomic handle fits comfortably in the palm, ensuring fatigue-free carrying for daily use. The thoughtfully designed interior space not only has a mesh zippered pocket for organising small tools and loose parts but also comes with removable dividers. These allows you to freely adjust the internal layout to keep all your items neat and tidy, no matter how many there are.

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January 7, 2026

SkyRC Type35N Charger

Battery charger manufacturer SkyRC kicks off the New Year with the addition of the Type35N, a NiMH/NiCd variant of its compact Type35 charger, designed for DC-powered field use. Supporting 6–8 cell packs, the Type35N offers three selectable charge currents (1A / 2A / 3A), allowing users to choose gentle charging for maintenance or faster charging when time is limited. Operation is kept deliberately simple with a single-button interface and clear LED status indicators — just plug in and charge. An intelligent thermal control system ensures stable and safe operation even at higher currents. Output connector options include Tamiya or T-plug, depending on the SKU.

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January 7, 2026

Xray XB4 Extra Low Alu Center Diff Bulkhead

Xray has released this optional ‘Extra Low’ Aluminium Center Differential Bulkhead for its European Championship winning XB4 1:10 4WD Buggy. CNC machined from Swiss 7075 T6 and given a black coated finish, the reinforced bulkhead increased strength & reliability. Mounting extra low in the buggy it improves both handling and consistency.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 7, 2026

Orlowski joins Hotrace

Hotrace has announced that reigning 1:12 World Champion Michal Orlowski will represent both its tyre brand as well as its LensBodies bodyshell brand. One racing’s most versatile racers, completing at the top level of both onroad and offroad racing, the Polish driver makes the switch to the Italian company having previously represented JConcepts. As part of the new deal Hotrace say the factory Schumacher driver will help with the development of its products in 1:10 Offroad, 1:10 Electric Touring Car, 1:8 Offroad and 1:12 Onroad. On the announcement Orlowski posted, ‘I am thrilled to announce my partnership with Hotrace Tyres Factory and LensBodies for 2026! I have known Nicola Marrone for a long time and it is high time to begin our official cooperation! I am looking forward to growing Hotrace and LensBodies brands together.’

Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

January 7, 2026

Takashima D-13 Hudy Set-up System | Pinion Boxes

Takashima D-13 has expanded their 3D Print Crystal surface tool collection box series with the addition of a Hudy Set-up System collection box and a new Pinion box. The Set-up System collection box comes complete with a stand and is designed to store the latest 1:10 Hudy Set-up system to help protect the gauges from bending during travel. Able to store 20 pinions, the Pinion box help racers organise and manage their pinions neatly, while also offering a clean and attractive appearance.

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January 7, 2026

Alpha Plus to power Cavalieri’s Nitro Program

Taiwanese engine manufacturer Alpha Plus has announced that it has signed multiple 1:10 Electric Offroad World Champion Ryan Cavalieri to its factory team. A brand that is best known for powering factory Kyosho driver Ryan Lutz, who has represent them well for a number of years now, Alpha Plus will supply engines for Cavalieri’s Mayako buggies which he races as part of his deal with Joseph Quagraine’s Invisible Speed brand. Cavalieri had previously run for Italian engine manufacturer Nova Engines. On making the announcement, Alpha Plus posted they were ‘excited to announce that World Champion Ryan Cavalieri has officially joined the Alpha Plus factory team as a driver for the 2026 season and beyond. With Ryan’s experience, talent, and championship pedigree, we’re proud to welcome him to the Alpha Plus family and look forward to pushing the limits together on tracks around the world. Be sure to look out for Ryan at this week’s Silverstate race in Las Vegas, where he will be running the Alpha Falcon Spec-B engine paired with the Alpha 2159 exhaust pipe system. Welcome to the team, Ryan.’ In addition to his engine change for 2026, Cavalieri has also switched from TZO tyres to Hotrace for the new season.

Source: Alpha Plus [alpha-rc.com]