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December 28, 2022

Mattia Polito joins Sworkz

Sworkz has announced that former Kyosho driver Mattia Polito has joined its 1:8 Offroad factory team line up for 2023. On the announcement, the Italian and former European B Champion said, “After a few tests it was totally clear to me, that Sworkz will be my team in the next years. Can’t wait to hit the track with the cars!” Sworkz boss Max Sonnleitner added, “Mattia is a perfect addition to our actual team. I am very happy that he has chosen Sworkz as his chassis for the next years and 100% sure we will have success and fun with him in our team!”

Source: MW RC Cars [mwrccars.at]

December 28, 2022

Avid Motor Bearings & Ceramic Motor Bearings

Avid Racing has released an updated motor bearing lineup designed to improve performance and increase lifespan in RC motors. They use chrome steel rings that are polished to a mirror-like finish to reduce noise and vibration, and maintain a very tight ABEC7 tolerance to minimise play in the bearing. In the ceramic versions, they use silicone nitride ceramic balls (Si3N4) for a smooth, slippery surface. All the motor bearings also feature a nylon cage instead of metal, which prevents expansion under heat for improved performance. Additionally, Avis use high-speed oil for low-friction rotation and metal shields to reduce contact on the races and protect against debris.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

December 27, 2022

Tebo to race Hotrace Tyres

Hotrace Tyres has announced that Jared Tebo has joined their factory team. The American star, who switches from AKA, is the second key signing for the Italian company who earlier this month announced that factory Sworkz star Juan Carlos Canas would be racing on their rubber in 2023. Commenting on the announcement Tebo said, “I’m really excited to be joining the HotRace family. I would say this has been in the works with Nicola for 5 years, and now the timing is finally perfect. Nicola shows so much effort, dedication, and love for RC and his brand, it is great to see and motivating. The products work amazing, I’m excited for this opportunity and long term plans to work together and build together!”

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

December 27, 2022

Vision Racing 22 5.0 Front Alu Camber Block w/ sway bar mount

Oregon’s Vision Racing has released a new Front Aluminium Camber Block w/ Sway bar Mount for TLR’s 22 5.0 1:10 2WD Buggy. The all in one front aluminium camber block for the TLR 22 5.0. Includes all 3 camber mounting holes. Incorporates the swaybar mount into it. The two vertical screws allow you to take out the up and down slop which is common with the smaller sized sway bars.

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December 27, 2022

Kyosho Motorsports Pit Mat

With 2023 just around the corner, making a clean start to the season begins with your pit set-up and Kyosho Europe has just released this Kyosho Motorsports pit mat just in time for the New Year. Measuring 600x1200mm, it is made from a high quality yoga mat type material that makes its easy to roll up for transportation between workshop and race track.

Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]

December 27, 2022

SMART Starter Premium

Having previously brought you the news of Smart Workshop’s first batch of Starter/Ignitor for its testers program, they have now released full details and images of how the production Smart Starter Premium will look. Designed with high integrated solutions, a high efficiency high frequency synchronous step down DC/DC regulator is capable of delivering up to 6A output current. It integrates main switch and synchronous switch with very low RDS (on) to minimise the conduction loss, internal soft-start Limits the inrush current.

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December 27, 2022

T-works B6.3/6.4 Carbon Laydown Motor Plate

T-works has introduced a carbon fibre laydown motor plate for the Team Associated B6.3 and B6.4 2WD 1:10 Buggy. Machined from 3mm thick carbon fibre, the plate is a lightweight option to replace the standard aluminium plate that comes with the original AE kit.

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

December 26, 2022

Sweep Racing onroad tyre DX compound

Sweep Racing has created their newest on-road tyre DX compound developed for outdoor asphalt track use. The New DX compound provides super consistent performance from the first run to the end with faster lap time. Also improved is durability with longer lifespan in hot weather helping to supply high quality tyres for racing. DX compound developed with well known company Hankook tyres under license and the new DX compound will be applied to 1:10 TC , FWD and mini classes tires. Compounds will be available 24 28 32 36 40 shore.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]