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January 16, 2010

Hättich wins 2009 VRC 1/10th World title

With an incredible consistent run, German Frank Hättich has earned himself the 2009 World Championship title in 1:10 Touring car. He faced strong competition of 2009 World Series champ Luciano Assis and 2008 World Champ Ronald Volker, but they had no answer to Frank’s flawless 45 minute final run. Frank’s slowest lap was 17.740 sec. in his 88th lap of totally 159 laps, truly world championship material! Assis and Völker complete the podium 8 and 23 seconds behind Hättich.

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January 16, 2010

Losi 1/18 Mini-Rock Crawler BND

Losi’s popular 1/18 Mini-Rock Crawler is now available in a Bind-N-Drive version. The Mini-Rock Crawler BND utilizes the same design elements as the ready-to-run version, including a Tuber-style body, multi-link suspension system, 4WD drivetrain and center-mounted 3-gear transmission and includes everything consumers need to run the vehicle, except a surface DSM transmitter.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

January 16, 2010

STRC OFNA Hyper 10SC SC options

New for the OFNA Hyper 10SC 4×4 short course truck, ST Racing Concepts have new line of option parts is ready to take your truck to a whole new level of performance, durability and great looks. Starting with the CNC machined aluminium heavy duty 5mm front and rear shock tower that replaces the stock 3mm shock tower and greatly reduces flex and keep the shock towers from bending due to hard impact. Next up is the aluminium front steering upper plate and front chassis “H” brace which reduces the flex and increase the strength of the front end. The upper plate tightens up the steering and provide much stronger support for the upper arm mount, while the “H” brace further increase the strength of the front of your Hyper 10SC against hard impacts.

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January 15, 2010

HPI Blitz with ATTK-10 body

HPI’s Blitz Short-Course trucks are now available with ATTK-10 bodies, splashed with ‘Art Series’ paint and graphics. Edgy artwork that gives the Blitz the ‘2K10′ look, there’s a sinister black/grey version and a crisp black/white version (above) as well, check the end panel of the new Art Series box to see which is inside. Under the body lurks the popular Blitz chassis which is pre-built, ready-to-run goodness that has taken the Short-Course truck segment to new heights.

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January 15, 2010

Scott Hughes appointed Global sales manager at Axial Racing

Following his unexpected departure from Pro-Line earlier this week, Scott Hughes has been confirmed as the new Global sales manager at Axial Racing. In his new position, Hughes will be responsible for national and international sales accounts. “We are pleased to welcome Scott Hughes to the Axial family”, says C.E.O Jeff Johns. “His extensive experience within the R/C industry on and off the track is an excellent match. We know that he’ll be a major asset, especially with what Axial has planned for 2010 and beyond”. Scott Hughes released the following statement:

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January 15, 2010

HPI Racing 2.4GHz Baja & High torque servo

Lots of new items from HPI Racing who have released new 2.4GHz versions of their Baja 5B and 5T. The latest version of the Baja 5B 2.0 gives you a 2.4GHz radio system, more speed, better acceleration, improved handling and three fantastic new looks. The grey-anodized look of the Baja 5T truck comes to the buggy, with all of the main aluminium parts now anodized a cool, sleek gunmetal color, while the body is now available in three fantastic new designs: bright red, cool blue and subdued gray. The Baja 5T remains the same but with the 2.4GHz radio system it makes running your truck safer and more enjoyable than ever. No need to worry about radio conflicts, crystals, or radio interference, this Baja is equipped with the latest spread spectrum radio technology that delivers worry-free driving. HPI have also released a new high torque SF-50 Servo that is a direct replacement for the SF-5 servo found on HPI trucks and buggies. High torque and a tough metal output gear give it the strength needed for applications like the steering of the Savage XL, Savage Flux, and Vorza Flux. If you’re looking for more torque, the SF-50 is an easy bolt-in upgrade for the HPI SF-1, SF-10, SF-2, SF-20 servos. New for the Ve8 is this one piece alumininum motor/diff mount which strengthens and simplifies your chassis layout. This part also helps support the center diff and the motor mount to ensure constant and positive gear mesh. Finally for the HB D8 and D8T, these new 1.1mm clutch springs are slightly stiffer than the stock, silver clutch spring with the extra tension on the clutch springs allowing the engine to rev higher before engaging the clutch.

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January 15, 2010

HPI Blitz with ATTK-10 body

HPI’s Blitz Short-Course trucks are now available with ATTK-10 bodies, splashed with ‘Art Series’ paint and graphics. Edgy artwork that gives the Blitz the ‘2K10’ look, there’s a sinister black/grey version and a crisp black/white version (above) as well, check the end panel of the new Art Series box to see which is inside. Under the body lurks the popular Blitz chassis which is pre-built, ready-to-run goodness that has taken the Short-Course truck segment to new heights.

Click here to see the black & grey version

January 15, 2010

Racing Experience Glow Starter & plug wrench

The Racing Experience have introduced two new tools for gas racers including this lightweight glow starter. Using the latest in battery technology, it is smaller, lighter and looks better than other glow starters and its rugged design ensures it will handle the tough environment of the pitlane for a long time. Complimenting the glow starter, the new team plug wrench is made with the strongest steel and has a dedicated 8mm wrench socket, a 10mm one and a 5mm hex wrench.

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