February 9, 2024
…motor list of ROAR, the sanctioning body for RC racing in the United States & Canada. ROAR discovered that significant changes had been made to the internal design of the Slot Machine motor after they had already been inspected. Acquired by Horizon Hobby in July last year, the famous American electrics brand says the Slot Machine 2 motor is revamped, ROAR approved, and ready to get back into the winner’s circle. Currently ramping up production, they will be notifying racers who registered for the Slot Machine Exchange Program once the new Slot Machine 2 motors start arriving. Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]…
February 9, 2024
…released digital renders of a new evolution of that design, the Ghibli 2.0. Based on the experience of some of the best drivers in the category and after several hours of development and track tests, the Ghibli 2.0 is delivers better cornering due to the more tapered shape of the front wheel arches, and better grip thanks to the stiffening of the rear axle. The body shell contributes to an improvement in lap times, making driving more relaxing leaving you more concentration to improve your speed. The new Ghibli 2.0 will be available by mid February. Source: Len Bodies [lensbodies.com]…
February 8, 2024
Team Associated has confirmed they will be represented at the upcoming MIBO International Race in the Czech Republic with the news that Joona Haatanen will make his debut at the second edition of the event. The Finnish driver is the first team driver from the iconic offroad manufacturer to attend MIBO International and is the latest addition to what is turning into a very competitive field for the offroad side of the unique double track build. A long time Team Associated supported driver, Haatanen had been absent from racing due to serving Finland’s mandatory military service but came back in…
February 8, 2024
Xray has released a range of yellow wheel Aerodisks for its XB 1:10 2WD and 4WD Buggy platforms. The wheels are IFMAR standardised with the wheel hex offset and feature countersunk center area which allows the wheel nut to sit deeper in the wheel. Designed for high-competition racing, they feature internal reinforcement ribs to provide stability and resist deformation. The side of the wheel is aerodynamic for maximum performance with the wheels featuring a 12mm internal hex. The range offers two 2WD front wheel options, a 2WD/4WD rear wheel and a 4WD specific rear wheel. Source: Xray [teamxray.com]…
February 7, 2024
…finalist, European Championship finalist and Dutch Champion joins Giorgio Favaretto’s passionate F1 RC brand after a long stint with Infinity having played a key role in the development of the Japanese company’s IF11 Formula 1 chassis. Commenting on his new deal, the personable Dutch driver said, ‘Very happy to now be part of Fenix Racing. Also I’m still very grateful for everything Infinity has done for me. Time for a new chapter!!’ Miedema’s first big outing with his new car will be the International Dutch F1 Masters in March of which he is the defending Champion. Source: Fenix Racing [fenix-racing.com]…
February 7, 2024
…joined by Kobbevik in offroad and Iivonen in Touring Car. A multiple Norwegian National Champion and former European Championship Top Qualifier, Kobbevik will be in the mix for Schumacher against strong opposition led by Sworkz’ Joern Neumann. The 2023 Finnish Modified Touring Car National Champion, Iivonen has had a strong start to the 2024 season making the A-Main at the recent ETS Daun and he will be hoping to build on that as he goes up against the likes of Orlowski, Mugen Seiki’s Ronald Volker and Yokomo’s Christophet Krapp at the Sports V Hotel venue in Hrotovice. Source: MIBO [mibosport.com]…
February 7, 2024
…Bangkok where he beat Yokomo’s Nicolas Lee and Xpress’ Yugo Nagashima. From Singapore and a team driver with Yokomo, last September Cheng won Stock at the inaugural eSIC (Electric Singapore International Challenge) race held at the RCMC race track in Singapore as well as making the internationally load Modified A-main at the event. Cheng was also an A-Main finalist in Modified at the inaugural Foshan Invitational RC Championship in China in December which was won by former World Champion Ronald Volker. As part of the same announcement Hobbywing also added Thai driver Atthakoon to its 2024 team. Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]…
February 7, 2024
…in a double edge or single edge jaw design. The Slim Double Edge cutter has two sharp cutting blades with the slim, thin & sharp jaw blades enabling easier removal of smaller parts with less clearance around the sprue. It is best for use on plastic parts with a diameter of less than 3mm. For hard plastics cutting diameter is limited to 1.5mm. It has an adjustable screw to protect the precision blades from damage. The Extra Slim Single Edge cutter has a single edge with one sharp blade with a strong focus on plastic gate cutting. Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]…
