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May 8, 2009

Moore-speed Type B-C & 09x Body shells

Hot Bodies have announced two new 190mm Moore-speed touring car body shells with the release of the Type B-C and the 09x. The former is designed for aggressive steering and high top speeds, as well as stability in the turns. It features a large front splitter for strong steering characteristics, flared wheel wells for increased tire clearance and a unique rear wing and wing mount for extra strength, straight-line stability and downforce. High door sills and a new-design rear bumper provide protection from impacts and reduce the need for marshals to repair the bodywork. The low-profile bonnet and one-of-a-kind roof channels increase airflow over the rear deck and wing for extra confidence in the turns and increased speeds. The Type 09x features a deep front splitter for aggressive steering and a smooth shape for high speeds and you’ll get great steering and excellent corner speed, the ideal choice for all sizes of tracks if you want a ‘locked in’ feeling on medium-bite surfaces. Moore-speed body shells include clear overspray film and convenient window mask plus a decal sheet featuring unique grilles, headlight and tail light details and both bodies are also available in a Lightweight version for extra speed.

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May 6, 2009

Adrien Bertin makes it 3 from 3 in France

The 3rd round of the French 1/8th scale National Championship took place in Evry at the MRTE track near Paris. Nice weather greeted the 62 drivers in attendance and following qualifying it was winner of the first 2 rounds, Adrien Bertin who tool pole in the Elite class ahead of Stéphane Bouche in 2nd, while in the National class Gérald Colinet was the man to beat in front of Jérémy Becht. In the 45 minute Elite final the front pair took off ahead of the rest of the field, but a mistake in the chicane by Bouche saw him crash shifting the engine and in doing so damaging the gears, he would rejoin but way down the order. Meanwhile Adrien stormed ahead at the front to take his 3rd win in a row, 2 laps ahead of Romain Picard in 2nd and Stéphane Riccobono in 3rd. In the National class Damien Thirion got through to the front and was never challenged, winning by a lap from Serpent team mate Gérald Colinet in 2nd, with Jèrome Berthelot taking 3rd, 2 laps back.

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May 6, 2009

GP 2009 IC Sweden – Announcement

The organisers of the this years Swedish 1/10th scale EFRA GP that takes place in Göteborg, have contacted us to help announce the event. The race will take place on the 3rd to 5th of July this year and will be held on the Väst-8 track, hosts of next years European Championship for the same class. Run of course to EFRA rules, the event is open to a maximum of 120 drivers and you can register, as well as find more information about the race, on the official event site here.

May 6, 2009

Rick V wins Dutch 1/8th NK Rd2

Last weekend saw the 2nd round of the Dutch championship run, this time it was on the very bumpy track of REAL80 in the far north of Holland, in Groningen. The first laps of training on Friday showed high wear on the tires but during the weekend a layer of rubber was put down which helped reduce the wear. The weather forecast was not looking good, with rain predicted n finals day and so people had to take care with the possibility of rain. On Sunday the first 2 rounds of qualification were in good weather conditions but after wards it started to rain but during the sub finals the rain stopped and during the first main final of the day the track was drying up. In the NK class it was round 1 winner Rick V taking the pole with a stunning 22 laps in 5:16.456 followed by Jordy Block, Rik Veenma and Daniel vd Drift. In the final which took place on a dry track, it was again RickV taking the lead until the finish of the race finishing 2 laps ahead of Rik Veenma while on 3rd spot was Arie Manten.

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May 6, 2009

Martin Christensen joins Capricorn team

Martin Christensen, former European and Nordic Champion as well as multiple Danish Champion, has been announced as a new addition to Team Capricorn. Eagerly looking forward to racing the company’s new engines and fuel, Martin’s credentials, personality, and drive to win made him an obvious choice to bring Capricorn the wins at nitro tracks around the world. Martin used Sirio engines in previous seasons.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

May 5, 2009

Luxembourg EFRA GP / Euros Warm-up race

The organisers of the 2009 Luxembourg EFRA GP for electric touring car, the official Euros Warmup race, have been in contact to promote the event. Taking place on the 26th to 28th of June, 2 weeks after the previously mentioned International race, the event will be run as per EFRA rules. You will have the possibility by prior reservation to get ‘EC’ tyres at the track, but as there will only be a limited quantity, please use the registration form to make the reservation. Also note that due to paddock limitations the number of drivers for the GP is limited to 100 and drivers with an international EFRA license take precedence over non-EFRA licensed drivers at EFRA Grand Prix in event of over subscription.

For full information visit the event site here.

May 5, 2009

Thomaes & Vekemans win Belgian Nats Rd2

After the first round held on a technical indoor track, the 2nd round was hosted by the MRCZ outdoor track. Again, the track was very technical and demanding for the drivers, but weather was not on the drivers side at the beginning of the day as Q1 had to be run on a wet/drying track. Around 11.30 am, the sun started to shine and stayed for the rest of the day. In the EFRA class Benoit Thomaes took the TQ spot, 4 seconds ahead of Olivier Buyltink and Nick Joossens, while in the Superstock class it was again G.Vekemans who took the first spot. Benoit Thomaes went on to take the EFRA class win, controlling the race ahead of Buyltink and Joossens, while in the Superstock class G.Vekemans took the win in front of N.Logie and Stephane Roufosse.

Thanks to Benoit Thomaes for the report.

May 5, 2009

2009 CanAm Challenge & Midwest Series Rd1

Celebrating its 40 year anniversary, the Midwest Series is the oldest on road racing series in the world. To start their 2009 season, the first event was held in Toledo, Ohio (USA) host to this year’s ROAR US Open Nationals in September. With over 80 entries and picture perfect weather, the One Eighth Racers of Toledo hosted an outstanding event. Consisting of 8th open, 8th Masters, 1/10th Touring, and GT classes the Top qualifiers were Bobby Flack (Xray) in 1/10th Touring, Mike Cooper (Kyosho) in GT, Eli Ezrow (Shepherd) in 1/8th Masters and Josh Cyrul (Shepherd) in 1/8th Open.

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