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March 26, 2025

Niko Saarinen crowned double Finnish 1:12 Champion

The third & final round of the Finnish National 1:12 Championship was run at the Powerpark track in Härmä, where Schumacher’s Niko Saarinen secure the title double with wins in both Mod and Stock. In Modified qualifying closest battle was between Niko and Teemu Saarinen. Niko made a TQ in Q1. In Q2 Teemu took TQ honours but Niko was able to take rounds Q3 and Q4. In the first two finals Niko took P1 followed by Teemu and Jere Saarinen, but Niko made a flawless drive and secured the win. In the last final we saw a very close drive between Niko, Teemu and Jere as top 3 were within a second, but as Niko made no mistakes, he won also the last final before Jere.

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March 25, 2025

T-Works X4 1.6mm Split Type Upper Decks

T-Works has released four new top decks for the popular X4 touring car platform from Xray. Produced from 1.6mm carbon fibre, the front and rear decks are each offered in V1 and V2 versions. Their ultra-lightweight design enhances stability and the two different cuts give the option to precise control of flex and to adapt the car set-up to various track conditions.

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March 25, 2025

Mikimodel MS1 Body Stopper V3

Italian Yokomo distributor Mikimodel has released this Body Stopper V3 for the MS1 1:10 Electric Touring Car. Also compatible with the previous BD12/BD11/BD10 kits, this 3rd version is adjustable with an upper screw so that the front part of the body does not crush due to the aerodynamic load, giving great front stability to the model.

Source: Mikimodel [mikimodel.net]

March 25, 2025

1up Cup Series Round 2 – Report

Round 2 of the 2025 1up Cup Series was held at BWS Raceway in Perris, California, a unique, high-grip covered asphalt track on the grounds of world-famous “The Dirt” nitro offroad track. In the premiere Mod TC class, Round 1 Winner Jacob Cruz (Mugen) ran into some bad luck in both Q1 and Q2, relegating him to the B-Main. Serpent’s Bryce Butterfield took advantage to grab the TQ Spot, which he converted into the overall win after some great battles with Ryan Cavalieri (1up) and Lex Tyler (Awesomatix). Spec Touring Car was the Lex Tyler (Awesomatix) show all weekend long. He dominated all rounds of qualifying and swept the mains ahead of the Schumacher’s of Erik Steenhoven and Charlie Albrecht. In USGT, Oliver Clipper made some sweet passes to take the overall win over Ken Gerberding (ARC) and Carlos Duarte (Tamiya). FWD saw Gary Tsai (Xray) take a popular win at his home track, ahead of Joey Abbica (Frankencar) and Ken Gerberding (ARC). F1 was an entertaining display by Mike Rydwell (Exotek, duh), who missed most of qualifying but put on a driving clinic from the back of the pack to take the overall win. Kevin “Panda” Cole (Roche) and Round 1 winner Dave Constant (Exotex rounded out the podium. Nick “Candyman” Pantana took the win in with his Awesomatix ride in VTA ahead of Chris Krein (Yokomo) and Peter Carris (ARC). The “Candyman” doubled up with a 2nd win in SuperGT (Tamiya Tub Chassis Only), with 3 different winners in 3 mains! Jonah Gallant and Jose Navarro took 2nd and 3rd. Round 3 of the 1up Cup Series rolls off May 16-18 at CenCal Speedway in Fresno, CA

Source: 1up Racing [1upracing.com]

March 25, 2025

Avid Flat & Curved Bill Hats

US RC accessories brand Avid Racing Concepts has released a black hat featuring an “AV” rubber patch to commemorate being in business 22-years and their 11 IFMAR World Championship successes in that time. The One size fits all Yupoong Snap Back cap is offered in both a flat and a curved bill.

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March 24, 2025

Team Associated RC10 American Custom Semitruck 6×6

Not a regular RC10 kit you’d expect, Team Associated has introduced the RC10 American Custom Semitruck 6×6 Kit. Describing it as a groundbreaking addition to their lineup that combines innovation with high-performance design, the kit boasts a range of features including durable white plastic parts, a striking new 6×6 body set, and a robust 6×6 plastic gearbox set. It also includes a 6×6 diffuser set with body accessories, a gold aluminium chassis plate, and high-quality FT ball end set. The kit also features aluminium turnbuckles, gold shock bodies, and a gold motor plate. Completing the package are satin chrome wheels.

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March 24, 2025

T-Works T6PV Transmitter Skins

T-Works has released a new range of 11 different coloured skins for the Futaba T6PV transmitter. Offered in both 3D carbon fibre texture and metallic series, they are precision cut ensuring a snug fit and leaving no residual adhesive they facilitate easy replacement. The extensive range of colours allows you to customise the look of your radio and each skin also includes a dedicated high-definition screen protector.

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March 24, 2025

GRP Ai-TECH 1:8 Buggy Tyres go into full production

Having recently announced its new range of Ai-TECH 1:8 Buggy tyres, Italian manufacturer GRP has begun full production of the four different tyre patterns on offer. A completely new concept, all elements of the tyres have been redesigned with new tread design, internal profile, insert, wheel and compounds, to improve performance in every track condition from traditional low-grip to modern high-grip. The internal profile has a new circular texture and lateral reinforced edge, calculated with Ai performing tools, which improves the deformation in traction and lateral grip. With each new Pixel, Block, Triky and Flexy thread designs produced using new moulds that have been made with chromed special steel using new laser technology, this ensures the tyres are perfectly balanced and do not require balancing before use. Each Ai-TECH thread pattern is offered in 5 options, 2 different polymers formulation, synthetic rubber and natural rubber, each in Soft and Supersoft, and a mixed compound in Soft.

Source: GRP [grpgandini.it]