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January 23, 2008

Serpent S400 Alu C-Hubs

Serpent have introduced a new range of aluminium C-hubs in a variety of different caster angles. These new hubs are extremely stiff and this helps reduce any flex in the steering, something very useful when running on carpet and other high grip surfaces. Another benefit of these new items is that due to the material used it has allowed them to be narrower than the standard versions and this in turn allows more steering throw, something that is important on very tight tracks. Machined from a single piece of aluminium they are also lightweight and resistant to heavy impacts.

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January 23, 2008

Elliot Harper wins Carpet Wars Rd4

Xray have a report on their site from team driver Elliot Harper on the 4th round of the Carpet Wars series that took place at the Black Lion Centre in Gillingham, Kent. The format was 4 qualifiers and one final and after the initial qualifier it was Elliot who was quickest, slipping back to 4th in the second and up to 3rd again after the third qualifier. Following a few adjustments to his set up, he performed extremely well in the 4th qualifier to secure pole position in the A final. From the start Elliott took a commanding position and pulled out a comfortable lead, finishing the race in 1st place ahead of Glenn Doman and Lee Woodhams, who finished 2nd and 3rd respectively.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 23, 2008

GRP to stop production of Ninja brand

GRP - Ninja brand is no more

GRP have been in touch to tell us that starting from the 1st of February 2008, it will cease production of the Ninja brand of engines in order to focus 100% on the production of its own GRP brand name motors, which will be officially presented at next months Nuremberg Toy Fair. This announcement does not affect production of the Boss and Falcon engine lines which will continue to be produced. Given the big quantity of Ninja engines sold on the market, GRP commits itself in making available to Mugen all Ninja spare parts for the next 2 years.

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January 23, 2008

Daniele Ielasi joins ATS Tires

In a further move for the top Italian racer, who recently signed for Shepherd, Danielle Ielasi, has joined ATS Tires for the 2008 season. Leaving behind a successful term with PMT, the 2 time European Champion will use the ATS brand in both 1/8th and 1/10th scale. Pictured above with Danielle is Cristina Negri and Piero Torregiani from ATS.

Source: ATS [atsmodel.com]

January 23, 2008

Atsushi Hara wins 2008 R1 GP

Some brief news about the 2008 R1 GP electric touring car event that took place last weekend in Seoul, South Korea. Qualifying saw Kyosho factory driver Shin Adachi, dirving the new prototype Stallion (pic1, pic2) touring car, claim the TQ spot ahead of fellow Japanese racer Atsushi Hara, racing for Hot Bodies in 2nd. In the finals it was a clear win for Hara however, taking the overall victory in front of Adachi, with Japanese National 1/12th scale and 4wd buggy Champion Naoto Matsukura, racing for Yokomo in 3rd.

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January 23, 2008

Venom 8.4v 7-Cell Flat Battery Packs

Finally from Venom is the announcement that three of the company’s top selling SC battery capacities will soon be available in an all new 7-cell flat configuration with Traxxas’ new High Current Connector. Specifically designed to compliment the high power capability of Velineon brushless power system, Venom’s new 8.4v 7-Cell battery packs will deliver increased speed to the new Traxxas’ vehicles at an economical price.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

January 23, 2008

Venom Rally 1/8th Off Road Wheels

Venom’s new Rally inspired 1/8th scale buggy wheels have been made from durable high-impact nylon and are ready to stand up to all the abuse modern 1/8th scale models can dish out. These wheels are 1mm wider than other wheels on the market to create a larger contact patch and better traction and are compatible with all 17mm hubs and standard 1/8th scale buggy tires and inserts on the market today.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]

January 23, 2008

Venom Fireball Modified motors

Venom Fireball Modified motors are value performance oriented electric motors that incorporate advanced performance features normally found on more expensive competing brands. Venom Fireball Modified motors feature specially designed vented alloy heat sinks to reduce unwanted heat build-up and increase longevity. Additional features include dual ball bearings, factory installed capacitors, Venom’s high power brushes, pre-wired bullet plugs and factory installed capacitors. Available in 13×2, 15×2, 17×2, 19×2 amd 21×2 configurations.

Source: Venom [venom-group.com]