Davide Ongaro’s ONG brand has introduced this new carbon wing button, complete with blue countersunk washers and screws. The wing button features the ONG logo engraved in the centre, to give a touch of style to your models. Compatible with car models.
Source: ONG [davideongaro.it]
Xray have announced that Spanish National Champion Bryan Baldo is joining the Xray Factory Team to race the XB8 platform. The European Championship A-finalist said the following, ‘I’m proud to be part of Xray factory team for the next years. Work with this incredible brand will be the best. Can’t wait to get on track and give the best results to Xray in Spain and Europe! Many thanks to all Hudy family for this amazing opportunity.’
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Team Yokomo have welcomed the Kilic brothers to their factory team. Burak Kilic who recently turned 18, and younger brother Berkan Kilic who is only 16 years old will be part of the offroad factory team. The Kilic brothers will pilot the YZ4-SF2 4wd buggy and YZ2-CAL3.1 2wd buggy for EOS, Nationals and World championship races. Bringing great results and experience, from their knowledge in 1/8 buggy platforms, the brothers will bring this speed and knowledge across to the 1/10 buggy program for Team Yokomo.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
NathoBuilds new fan mount shroud V2 is a perfect way to keep your cars looking trick and temps cool. It’s made from high-quality carbon fibre and 3D PLA+ material and suits most popular 4wd buggies. Designed and manufactured to last, the set includes SS screws with NBR snap lock case and can accommodate 30mm fans.
Dash RC have announced the signing of top Swedish driver Elias Johansson to their factory team from 2022 and beyond. The Swedish offroad national champion and multiple EOS A-finalist will now use the full range of Dash RC electronics, including ESC, motor and accessories from the brand to race and compete for wins.
Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]
Kyle McBride has announced on social media that he has signed a deal with O.S. engines. The Australian state ‘I am over the moon and proud to announce my official signing with O.S engines for the 2022 season. I want to give a special thank you to the O.S company for taking me in and providing me with their support and confidence for the big year ahead, and into the future. Thank you very much to Mr. Shimazaki for preparing everything and looking after me. I will be running and promoting the all new B2104 engine in all of my 1/8th Nitro vehicles, along with all of the quality products that O.S provides. It’s going to be a great future ladies and gentlemen.’
Source: O.S. Speed [osspeed.com]
New from Willspeed is their TakeTwo AE B6 series front ball stud mount. The front link positions have been lowered by 2mm (-2mm) to allow for lowered inside link mounting to increase initial roll, gain steering and allow further setup options. Intuitively designed to keep weight to a minimum with the complete part weighing in at 16g, only a 4 gram increase over the stock plastic component. Features WS logo on the front face and available in clear, blue and black anodised finishes to suit all manor of builds.
Source: Willspeed [willspeed.co.uk]
The 1/24 scale Axial SCX24 Jeep JT Gladiator 4WD makes any spot the perfect setting for RC adventures. Whatever course you follow, the SCX24 chassis meets every challenge with full-time 4-wheel drive, a trail-taming 3-link front/4-link rear suspension and much more. Realistic steel frame rails stand up to hard knocks. Worm gears on the axles increase ground clearance. The new, 22mm longer wheelbase increases stability while steel front and rear axles, front stub axles and steel dogbones let you crawl and climb with confidence. Power is supplied by a Dynamite 88T motor and 2S LiPo battery. An Axial 2-channel radio system is included for precise, dependable control. The authentic scale body includes a driver and detailed interior and is available in your choice of two colours based on the current Jeep® Gladiator factory colours. Scale Tuff Stuff Overland accessories are mounted on the bed rack. Officially licensed Nitto Grappler tires on KMC wheels add realism plus excellent grip on- and off-road. Two LEDs in the front bumper light up the trail for night-time crawling.
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