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September 13, 2022

2023 Dirt Nitro Challenge – Announcement

The Dirt has announced that the 2023 ‘The Dirt Nitro Challenge’ will take place from February 22-26 once again at Southern California Fairgrounds in Perris, California. World renowned track builder Joey Christensen once again has big plans for what will be the 24th running of the iconic event. Attracting the biggest names in Offroad Racing from across the World for its unique 5-day racing experience, 2023 DNC summer discount entries are now available for a limited time or until they sell out.

Source: The Dirt [thedirt.us]

September 13, 2022

RDRP B6.4 | B6.3 Aluminium Shock Towers

Following the popular B74.1 aluminium shock towers, RDRP is now offering the Aluminium Front and Rear Shock Towers for the B6.4 and B6.3 2WD off-road buggies. Machined from high-quality aluminium the heavy-duty design matches the standard kit geometry but increases durability, suspension efficiency and precision. Thanks to identical stock mounting positions, it is a direct replacement and does not require any setup modifications after the change of parts. High craftsmanship standards and polished and chamfered silver edges make the shock tower visually stand out, and it is heavily machined to keep the weight low.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]

September 12, 2022

Leadfinger Racing ‘Beretta’ Inferno MP10 Bodyshell

Following the release of the ‘Beretta’ bodyshell for the Associated RC8 B4 last week, Leadfinger Racing has just released a version of the body Kyosho’s Inferno MP10. With the continued popularity of the newest release of the Kyosho Inferno MP10, there has been growing requests from LFR customer to offer a second body option. Originally designed to bring a fresh look to the 1:8 scene, the ‘Beretta’ was the perfect choice. In testing on the MP10, the Beretta gave the car tighter corner entry and exit, jumped more level in the air, planted itself quicker on landings and gave the car an overall more balanced feel. The body works excellent on both loose and hard packed surfaces. To tie everything together they have added a steeper rake to the windshield while combining both stability and downforce to the roof. The top of the side pods have been equipped with our signature air dams that add functionality and style. On the back the body we molded in tighter shaped ailerons. This combined with a seamless rear fin tops it off for the perfect balanced body. The new Beretta body from Leadfinger Racing is the next generation of aggressive styling and performance. Each body comes with clear overspray film and window masks for ease of painting. Leadfinger Racing stickers are also included.

View more angles of the Beretta here

September 10, 2022

Ongaro defends title to make World Champ history

Davide Ongaro today made history in Spain as he became the first ever driver to successfully defend the 1:8 Offroad World Championship title. The Team Associated driver dominated proceedings at the 18th running of the IFMAR championship, first securing the TQ honours, then winning his Semi Final to secure pole position for the 1-hour final. Starting out the final and pulling away initially, the Italian would not have it completely all his own way however as 2016 Champion David Ronnefalk came up through the grid after a tough Semi to take the fight to the Perth 2018 winner. Ronnefalk would lead for a time with the duo swapping back and fort until an error in the dying minutes cost the newly crowned European Champion Mayako driver hopes of becoming the categories first multiple World Champ this century (Maurizio Monesi winning in 1988 & 1994). The error gave Ongaro the breathing space he needed and also meant his final lap was a victory lap as Ronnefalk’s clock had already stopped. Crossing the line to give Team Associated their 31st World title, joining him and a visibly gutted Ronnefalk on the podium would be crowd favourite Juan Carlos Canas with his Sworkz. A track layout that was always going to favour the Europeans, it would be Mugen’s Ryan Maifield who would be best of the US drivers finishing fourth followed by the Xray team-mates Ty Tessmann and Bruno Coelho.

Image – Davide Ongaro [Facebook]

September 9, 2022

Leadfinger Racing ‘Beretta’ RC8 B4 Bodyshell

Leadfinger Racing has release the new ‘Beretta’ body for the Team Associated RC8 B4. With the release of the Team Associated new 1:8 offroad kit there has been a growing request from LFR fans for them to offer a second body option. Originally designed to bring a fresh look to the 1:8 scene, the Beretta was their first choice. After testing the results were the Beretta gave the car tighter corner entry and exit, jumped more level in the air, planted itself quicker on landings and gave the car an overall more balanced feel. The body works excellent on both loose and hard packed surfaces. To tie everything together they have added a steeper rake to the windshield while combining both stability and downforce to the roof. The top of the side pods have been equipped with our signature air dams that add functionality and style. On the back the body we molded in tighter shaped ailerons. This combined with a seamless rear fin tops it off for the perfect balanced body. The new Beretta body from Leadfinger Racing is the next generation of aggressive styling and performance. Each body comes with clear overspray film and window masks for ease of painting. Leadfinger Racing stickers are also included.

View more angles of Beretta bodyshell here

September 9, 2022

T-Works RC8 B4 alu & steel centre driveshafts

T-Works has released an offering of both aluminium and steel centre driveshafts for the Team Associated RC8 B4 1:8 buggy. Offered in lengths for both the nitro and the electric kit versions of the RC8 B4, the user can choose which material of shaft best suits their needs. The shafts are laser engraved with the T-works logo and shaft length for easy identification.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

September 8, 2022

Defending Champion Ongaro is Worlds Top Qualifier

Defending 1:8 Offroad World Champion Davide Ongaro is the Top Qualifier of the 2022 World Championships in Redovan, Spain. Having opened qualifying yesterday with the fastest time in Q1 and again in the day’s 3rd encounter, the Team Associated wrapped up the overall TQ when he returned to the top of the time sheets today in the 6th and final round of qualifying. Behind the Italian, America’s Dakotah Phend ended up P2 overall despite a tough finish to qualifying today. The Team Losi Racing driver managed a TQ run in Q2 along with a second in Q3 and third in Q4. Home star Juan Carlos Canas took his Sworkz to the fastest time in the first of today’s qualifiers which together with a P2 in Q2 and three P3 runs secures the Spaniard third overall. Producing the biggest surprise of qualifying would be Berkan Kilic, the German TQ’ing the penultimate round with his Mugen to secure 4th overall. Making it six different manufacturers in the Top 6 at the end of qualifying, Xray’s Bruno Coelho takes 5th with a best run of P2 in Q3 followed by former Champion David Ronnefalk, the Mayako driver having his best performance in Q3 when he posted the third fastest time. View timing here.

Images credit – Team Associated [Facebook]

September 8, 2022

Element RC Enduro24 Ecto RTR Trail Truck

Element RC has released this 1:24 crawler, The Enduro24. Whether it’s outside on the trail or in the comfort of your own living room, this little rig will overcome the challenge. This small scale, 4-wheel drive crawler comes equipped with many features found on larger size rigs. Full-time 4-wheel-drive transmission with divorced transfer case, metal vertical chassis rails, and 4-link suspension ensure climbing over obstacles will be a breeze. Providing power and control is a 2-in-1 receiver/ESC, 2-channel radio, powerful servo, and single-cell LiPo. You get all this and more packed into a convenient package. View more images here