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November 16, 2023

Nova Engines Statement on ‘very confused’ Novarossi rumours

In response to recent social media postings about the rebirth of once iconic Italian engine brand Novarossi, Nova Engines through well respected former racer and engine guru Stefano Colombini has posted a statement to clarify ‘the very confused rumours’ that concern the new Italian engine producer. Nova Engines was created after the decision of Novarossi’s owners to permanently close the micromotor production activity, a decision made when the liquidation phase began two years ago.

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November 15, 2023

Ioannidis & Oikonomou are Greek Champions – Report

Last weekend, the fouth & final round of the Greek Nationals in 1:10 EP Touring took place in the fast track of Fanatix Racing Track(FRT) located in Stamata, Greece. The weather was cool with temperatures not exceeding 21oC. In the Touring Modified class, the battle for the championship was on between reigning champion Dimitris Ioannidis (Awesomatix), Andreas Koutras (Mugen-Seiki) and Nitro champion Dimitris Dimitriou (Xray) for the championship. Ioannidis had not participated in Round 2 as he was hospitalized while Koutras opted out from Round 1 and Dimitriou had participated in all rounds securing podium finishes in the first 3 races but had to hope for a not-good result from Ioannidis who had 2 out of 2 wins+2 TQs and Koutras who had one win and a P2. In qualifying, Ioannidis was able to take pole position winning Q1, Q3, and Q5 with a very solid and consistent drive while encountering issues with his powertrain resulting in significant fading in power. Koutras also showed competitive speed as he saved tires, taking Q2 and Q4 securing P2 on the grid while Dimitriou would line up P3 on the grid after displaying some very good speed too.

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November 15, 2023

Hasi Tuned developed R21 Aluminium Liner

During the recent 1:8 Onroad World Championship in Japan, Silvio Hächler stripped down one of his engines to give us a close up look at the new aluminium liner that has been developed and manufactured by Hasi Tuned. The major advantage of the new 9 Port AAC liner is the much reduced break-in timed needed compared to the latest conventional ABC liners used by O.S. The benefits of the new Hasi Tuned liner which after initial machining goes through two more separate processes before being hand finished and matched with a suitable piston, is that it can be fitted in any OS R21 track engine starting with the old R2101 and ending with the latest R2105. The big advantage however is that it is extremely easy to break in with 1.5 litres having it race ready.

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November 15, 2023

3Racing Cero Sport 55 GA kit

In its latest 1:10 Touring Car kit release, Hong Kong’s 3Racing introduces its Cero 55 GA Version. The main feature of GA edition of the entry level 55 is the use of matt carbon graphite compared to fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) used in the standard model. The 55 GA gets a matt carbon graphite main chassis, upper deck, rear body post plate and servo mount.

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November 15, 2023

Yokomo Rookie Drift RD2.0 Drift Car

Yokomo has announced the up coming release of the “Rookie Drift RD2.0”, a new basic chassis release from the Japanese manufacturer who have been pioneers in the field of drift R/C racing. The base specs have been enhanced by improving the steering angle and securing rear grip, etc., so that even first-time drifters can enjoy the experience of drifting. The chassis configuration is also designed with future expansion in mind, and can be customised with optional parts. In addition to the standard assembly kit, a value-priced kit with a YG-302V2 steering gyro will also be available, ideal for first-time drift RC challengers.

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November 15, 2023

KeyFulcrum X-Maxx, XRT & Maxx Steering Servo

KeyFulcrum has released a new high-pressure brushless digital magnetic waterproof steering servo with an all-metal casing specifically designed for use in the Traxxas X-Maxx, XRT & Maxx trucks. An innovative imported waterproof, high-temperature resistant, high-torque sensible brushless controllable drive motor is used. Under the same working structure, it can generate powerful high torque and control current with autonomous programs to achieve excellent matching efficiency. The magnetic potentiometer is water-resistant and has no internal contact and no wear during operation. Accordingly the starting and stopping positioning accuracy and return accuracy of the steering gear are accurate during left and right moving, which can work together with the autonomous procedures, and highlight the optimal efficiency. Pioneering high-strength integrated steel teeth and laser-welded steel teeth. The teeth do not come loose, durable, smooth, and can improve the meshing accuracy of the gear set system. This makes the empty position controllable. Innovative 4-bearing design is adopted, so that the entire gear set has only 1 pin and is made of high-strength 3.2mm alloy steel to improve its yield strength. The pin hole in the shell is inlaid with a steel sleeve to enhance wear resistance and prolong the service cycle.

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November 15, 2023

Serpent Medius X20 ’24

Serpent has announced its latest 1:10 Touring Car with the release of the Medius X20 ’24 that will be offered in carbon and aluminium chassis version kits. The 1:10 Touring car market has changed with some new and innovative designs and Serpent have been working hard on their latest and best EP touring car yet. New and improved suspension geometry give maximum rotation. A newly engineered aluminium rear diff, along with a completely new designed rear upper arm link setup providing increased adjustability. The car gets new style flex shock mounts with included 13mm shocks. Also with the new style split top deck the flex is adjustable like never before.

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November 14, 2023

R1 Wurks DC1 Alu Front Shock Tower

R1 Wurks has released a lightweight optional front shock tower for its DC1 Drag Car. Made from a durable 7075 T6 aluminium it weighs just 8 grams and features an offset upper shock mounting for better shock alignment. With a durable black anodised coating it is finished with laser etched R1 branding.

Source: R1 Wurks [r1wurks.com]