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January 3, 2008

KO Propo EX-I UR Transmitter

Japanese company KO Propo have released details about their latest pistol grip radio, the EX-I UR. Featuring a new ultra high-speed CPU design, the radio can store up to 30 different cars in its memory and has 3 different levels of response from normal to advanced to Super-Ultra. The radio can be used in 3 or 4 channel mode and the new module has been optimised to provide ultra-stable performance. A smaller diameter steering wheel combined with less turning angle gives a quicker turning response from end point to end point and helps increase reaction speeds, while all the steering and throttle functions can be monitored on the transmitters LCD screen.

Source: KO Propo [kopropo.co.jp]

January 3, 2008

King Headz RC8 steering knuckles

King Headz have released these new front steering knuckles for the Team Associated RC8 buggy. Made from 7075 aircraft grade aluminium, they have been anodised and featured the KHZ logo laser engraved into the body. Sold in a pair, they add extra strength to your steering system and only weigh in at 13.8 grams each.

Source: King Headz [kingheadz.com]

January 2, 2008

Alsop wins Rd3 CML Winter Champs

After an eventful 2007 with his HoBao Hyper 8.5 Graham Alsop finished the year in style with a 3rd round win at the CML Nitro Winter Championships at Frankley. A thrilling 20 minute A Final saw Graham hold off challenges from CML/HoBao teammates John Holmes and John Howells to clinch a well deserved victory, 3 seconds ahead of 2nd placed Simon Willetts, with John Holmes having to settle for 3rd a further 10 seconds back.

Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]

January 2, 2008

Speed Passion Endless off road BL motors

Speed Passion have released 2 new competition off road brushless motors, suitable for 1/10th EP and EP truck racing, under the name Endless. The new motor can design, combined with the new rotor design, provides more consistent performance and a highly efficienct power band. These motors are available in 7.5R and 8.5R and work great with the Speed Passion Feigao brushless ESC, providing smooth power and lots of punch.

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January 2, 2008

Derek McCloskey wins Irish Christmas GP

December 28th saw the successful running of the first Irish Christmas Grand Prix meeting for EP 190mm Touring Cars, which was organised by the Lucan Model Car Club on the club’s polished floor indoor venue in Celbridge. The event attracted 21 competitors as EP racing continues to show great growth in the country. In qualifying it was Schumacher driver Derek McCloskey who claimed the top spot ahead of the Serpent S400 trio of Chris Lawlor, winner of the recent Munster Grand Prix, Keith Dempsey and Steven Brock. The A Final, run over two Legs, saw Lawlor take the opening victory ahead of McCloskey with Tony Kavanagh’s Associated completing the podium. In Leg 2, McCloskey managed to convert his TQ position in to a win which was enough to secure overall top honours as Lawlor managed just third. Taking second in Leg 2 and third overall was Keith Dempsey, who recorded the fastest lap in each leg of the Final.

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January 1, 2008

JMRCA 2008 regulation changes

The Japanese governing body, the JMRCA have announced a number of important ammendments to their rules and regulations for 2008 that include the use of 2.4Ghz radio systems to be allowed during sanctioned racing. New vehicle regulations include the use of 5 cells in the touring car expert class, in place of 4 cells, while the rest of the classes in both electric and gas essentially move over to IFMAR regulations regarding technical specifications. Finally the use of brushless motors is now permitted in both 1/12th scale pan cars and 1/10th scale off road.

Source: JMRCA [jmrca.com]

January 1, 2008

Roche Prince 13.5R BL motors

Roche in Hong Kong have released a new series of 13.5R/23T brushless competition motors, called Prince. Available in blue, purple or black casings the new motors use the latest BL technology to achieve the highest efficiency, most power and great top speeds. Each motor is supplied Roche’s golden motor connectors and expect to see a 10.5R version soon.

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January 1, 2008

Joseph Quagraine announces JQ Products

Joseph Quagraine starts JQ Products

Following up on the news that Joseph Quagraine had left HoBao comes the announcement that the Finnish driver has started a new company in Hong Kong together with Himoto Racing and will be launching a new RC car brand during 2008 called JQ Products. The goal is to produce high quality racing products, including both electric and nitro car models for both on and off road racing and will start off with a totally new 1:8 scale buggy and nitro racing accessories for 1:8 buggy racing. The buggy, which includes a number of unique features, is currently being tested and the goal is to have it ready for public release during 2009. Expect to see it in action later this year in the hands of Joseph Quagraine.

Source: Himoto [himotoracing.com]