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February 17, 2025

Destiny DTY-10 Touring Car Option Parts

Destiny has released more new option parts for its recently released DTY10 1:10 Competition Touring Car. The new parts include a 10-gram Motor Mount Weight which mounts on centre of chassis with no effect to car front to rear weight balance. A new 1.6mm Graphite Split Type Upper Deck is intended for high traction asphalt or indoor carpet surface with the effect of making the car easier to drive. The third of the releases are Hex Wheel Washers machine cut by POM. Replacing the kit rubber ring that locks the hex wheel hub these are more durable and reliable.

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February 17, 2025

MonTech C-Z06 1:10 body

Mon-tech Racing has introduced its latest GT 1:10 body shell with the release of the C-Z06. One of the most popular categories among model enthusiasts and RC racers as bodies used are inspired by real racing cars, the C-Z06 perfectly blends aesthetics and performance. The Italian manufacturer say they have further optimised the aerodynamics of this body, improving race performance. Made from high-quality 0.75mm thick polycarbonate, this body offers the ideal balance of strength and lightness. The body comes complete with window masks, headlights and grille stickers, as well as screws for attaching the rear wing.

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February 14, 2025

Mibosport – It all started with a Tamiya TT01 for Christmas

Last weekend saw the biggest MIBO International to-date take place in the Czech Republic. The third edition of this unique race, the construction of two separate carpet tracks brings together both onroad and offroad racers for two & a half days of racing. Held in the Sport V Hotel in the very small town of Hrotovice, a casual conversation with the man who puts it on, Michal Bok, quickly turned into a bit of trip down memory lane. Our first event of 2025, this year marks 18-years since we covered our first event, the 2007 EFRA 1:10 Nitro Touring European Championship in Spain, and we have become good friends with Michal over that time. As we chatted it was interesting to discovered the story of Bok’s successful journey with Mibosport, the distribution and online retailer that has just out grown its fourth premises, and which all started from him getting a Tamiya TT01 for Christmas as a kid.

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February 14, 2025

Reds Racing 721 Pista GEN3 .21 Onroad engine

Reds Racing has announced the launch of their new 721 Pista GEN3 engine for 1:8 Onroad. Innovations and improvements on the .21 engine include a new 7-Port Sleeve which has been designed for high torque and exceptional power output across the entire RPM range. The updated exhaust and intake port layout ensures increased performance over previous models. Additionally, the piston and cylinder have been revised through precise fluid dynamic studies to improve filling and optimise washing, enhancing overall performance. A High-Speed Front Bearing enhances engine durability and idle stability, ensuring smoother and more reliable operation. A lower center of gravity has been achieved with a redesigned Cooling Head improving vehicle handling and optimising aerodynamics for reduced drag, and enhanced cooling efficiency. A revamped Carburetor and Venturi features improved internal fluid dynamics, a repositioned high-speed needle, and a completely redesigned mid-range needle for more precise tuning and optimal performance. Additionally, the New Venturi XFlow is available as an optional upgrade, offering improved airflow and enhanced performance.

Source: Reds Racing [reds-racing.com]

February 14, 2025

Team Powers Actinium V5M Motor

Team Powers has announced their all-new Actinium V5M Brushless Motor. Based on their Actinium V5, the ‘Modify Spec’ features an Open Core Can Design for exceptional heat dissipation to keep the motor cool even under the most demanding conditions. Advanced Machining Profiles improve convection cooling, making a significant leap from the V5. A Proprietary Alloy Collector Ring minimises resistance while maximising heat dissipation, ensuring peak performance. Hand-wound High-Purity Copper Wiring gives unmatched accuracy and efficiency, reducing resistance to an absolute minimum. The 12.2mm Modify Rotor delivers smoother acceleration with the neodymium sintered rotor built to withstand high temperatures with minimal fade out. ROAR Approved the range of Actinium V5M is available in 4.0T, 4.5T, 5.0T, 5.5T, 6.0T, 6.5T, 7.0T, 8.5T, 9.5T, and 10.5T to suit all your racing needs.

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February 14, 2025

Thunder Alley saved & becomes ‘The Drake Raceway’

Last October iconic US offroad track Thunder Alley announced that it was to close at the end of 2024 but now thanks to the intervention of RC racing’s most famous couple, Adam & Ronda Drake, the Southern California track will continue to rumble to the sound of nitro engines and be known as ‘The Drake Raceway’. Part of a public park, the track was set to be permanently closed with authorities planning to repurposing the facility but work in the RC community behind the scenes sees the track get a second chance. On his Facebook pageDrake posted, ‘We are so grateful and thankful to the R/C community for their outreach and support in helping us work with the Beaumont Cherry Valley Park District to keep such an iconic track (Thunder Alley) going. We have a lot of work ahead of us, but it will be rewarding and worth it. The support has been amazing and we’re looking forward to racing with everyone in the near future at The Drake Raceway at Noble Creek Park.’ Well done to everyone involved.

Source: Adam Drake [Facebook]

February 14, 2025

Watanabe joins Roche

Roche has announced that 2024 1:12 Japanese National Championship podium finisher Shota Watanabe will race their newly released Rapide P12V2 in coming years. Working with the World Champion & reigning Japanese National Champion manufacturer and the Kimihiko Yano Japan team on testing, the former Yokomo driver will represent the team at the 2026 IFMAR World Championships in China. Celebrating his 26th birthday today, on the announcement Watanabe said, ‘I will be working with Team ROCHE on 1/12 pan car! I will do my best to bring out the performance of car. I would also like to thank Max and Yano for giving me this opportunity.’

Source: Roche [rocherc.com]

February 14, 2025

JC Racing Products JC10 Carbon Fibre

British company JC Racing Products has announced the launch of their JC10 Carbon Fibre as a kit. Designed and developed from the RPM long arm RC10 conversions used back in the late 1980s and early 90s. Not very popular back then but hugely popular now for the modern-day tracks and conditions. The JC10 Carbon Fibre is available in two classic finishes: Black and Ivory. JC Racing Products will also offer a range of motor plate colour options, allowing you to personalise your setup to match your style.

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