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March 14, 2025

Mugen Seiki MTC-3 Touring Car

After months of proving the car’s ability on track with Ronald Volker, Jacob Cruz and Soren Sparbier, Mugen Seiki has finally unveiled its highly anticipated MTC-3 electric touring car kit. The MTC-3 is an evolution of the highly successful MTC-2 and MTC-2R platform with the prototype first raced at the 2024 IFMAR World Championship, where the two MTC-3’s entered in the event both made the A-Main with Volker finishing 4th and Jacob Cruz finishing 10th. The MTC-3 is a complete new design from Robert Pietsch with the only parts transfer over from the MTC-2R being drive shafts, spool, diff, and drive belts. The MTC-3 features a 1.5mm aluminium chassis and a unique top deck design and short shocks round out a new new suspension package.

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March 14, 2025

Team Associated RC8T4 40/9 Gear Set

Team Associated has released a new upgraded 40/9 ring and pinion for its RC8T4 1:8 Truggy platform. Completely re-designed with massive teeth which allow for more tooth engagement and prevent skipping, the new gears must be installed front and rear as a set. Fitting any RC8T4 or RC8T4e as well as older version counterparts (RC8T3.2 and T3.2e), factory driver Spencer Rivkin used the new designed gearing to win the 2024 ROAR Electric Truck National Title with his RC8T4e.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

March 14, 2025

Trinity F45 1:8 Brushless Race Motors

Trinity has announced their new “F45” series of 1:8 Brushless Race Motor line. With 2S-6S LiPo power compatibility, these motors produce high rpm with exceptional efficiency and offer smooth acceleration and predictable low-speed drivability due to their sensored design. A completely enclosed design, this reduces maintenance and gives them protection and durability to excel in demanding offroad environments. Other features include a 4-pole rotor for high torque, CNC-machined aluminium housing, insulated copper windings, steel 5mm output shaft, and smooth precision bearings.

Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]

March 14, 2025

Hudy 1:10 Touring Set-up Toolset

Renowned Slovakian RC tool manufacturer Hudy has released this new Set-up Toolset for 1:10 touring car. Pioneers & industry leader of set-up systems, they have combined all their different tool offerings to created this latest set that includes all tools for complete geometry adjustment. All components are made by Hudy in Europe and are are machined from lightweight aircraft aluminium ensuring the highest precision & superior quality.

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March 14, 2025

Xray XT2 1-Piece Chassis Composite Front Body Mount

Xray has introduced a new front body mount for its XT2 1:10 Stadium truck which is molded from softer composite mixture. This new mixture increases the flex of the mount with the softer material increases reliability. The latest mount features integrated anti-roll bar holder and fits the XT2 1-piece chassis.

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March 13, 2025

Hofer joins Xray

Xray has announced that German electric touring car racer Martin Hofer has joined its team line-up for 2025. The former Yokomo and Awesomatix driver is a former ETS Pro Stock Champion, European Championship podium finisher and multiple German National Champion. On the announcement, Hofer, who has been away from the international racing scene in recent years, said, ‘I have always admired the professionals of Xray Team and now I finally get to be a part of it. It’s gonna be an exciting new journey that is just getting started. See you trackside.’

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 13, 2025

Neo Vintage Racing Motor Cooling Plate

More from well known RC designer Michael Vollmer and Patrick Morliere project Neo Vintage Racing comes this Cooling Plate for enhanced motor performance. Engineered to tackle overheating head-on, this cooling plate is a game-changer for both stock and modified buggy racing. Crafted with precision, its slotted plate design, coupled with strategically placed air channels, facilitates optimal airflow, ensuring your motor stays cool even during the most intense races. Eliminating motor fade and magnet damage, this cooling plate ensures uninterrupted power until the finish line. The red-anodised aluminium plate doubles as a distance plate, resolving common issues with modern brushless motors, particularly in Kyosho cars like Lazer, Mid Optima, Optima, and Ultima. By creating a safe distance between the motor plate and gearbox, it simplifies wiring and eliminates concerns of soldering tabs interfering with gearbox components.

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March 13, 2025

Bayer joins Matrix Tires

Matrix Tires has announced former European Offroad Champion Martin Bayer has joined its offroad team line-up for the 2025 season. A racer who transitioned from team driver to the role of head designer for Xray’s offroad chassis offerings, on the news of joining the Italian manufacturer the Czech driver posted, ”Thank you for your trust and welcome me to the team’.

Source: Matrix [matrixtires.it]