With the 1:8 Buggy World Championship just around the corner, FlySky has announced another impressive driver signing with one of the title favourites Juan Carlos Canas the latest to switch to the Chinese manufacturer. The Spaniard will now officially represent the brand and use the Noble NB4 Pro+ transmitter to control his factory Sworkz buggies. Joining drivers such as David Ronnefalk, Ryan Maifield, team-mate Joern Neumann, and touring car ace Marc Rheinard as a FlySky sponsored driver, the back to back European 1:8 Buggy Champion said, “Im happy to go fly sky team, their products have a awesome quality, I…
Iris, the German based touring car project lead by Andreas Myrberg that released its first car in November 2022, has just announced the latest incarnation of the 1:10 electric touring car offering with the ONE.1 . The Iris ONE.1 is the third-generation competition touring car kit of the platform and building on the success of the original ONE and ONE.05, the latest kit is the result of over two years of extensive learning, testing, and optimising. Their team drivers have pushed this platform to its limits, racing at top-level events around the world, facing fierce competition, and delivering impressive results,…
…The one-piece top deck offers increased flex, which makes the car softer which is suggested especially for low traction conditions where it removes a bit of initial steering but generates more mechanical traction. The top deck can be modified by making additional cuts, to provide more additional flex set-up options. Produced from high grade USA made carbon fibre, the machined ultra-precise top deck screws ensure the top deck is mounted completely tweak-free to improve flex characteristics. The shape of the top deck is specifically designed to achieve maximum traction and great steering characteristics at the same time. Source: Xray [teamxray.com]…
Revolution Design has released this Ultra Servo Mount for the Team Associated RC10B7. This servo mount is precisely machined from high-quality 7075 aluminium and replaces the original plastic mount. By using this aluminium servo mount, your vehicle gains improved servo attachment, leading to more precise and responsive steering. Weighing 5.2grams, the servo mount is perfectly compatible with Team Associated RC10B7 and RC10B7D models. Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]…
Having launched its latest XeRun V10 G4R motor back in March, Hobbywing has now added a 21.5T to the line-up which debuts at the EFRA 1:10 Electric Touring Championships which are currently underway in Roeselare, Belgium. Like the previously released 13.5/17.5 variants, the 21.5 will also be available in two options, Standard and ROAR. These editions are designed to cater to different levels of competitive racing, providing unparalleled control and performance for RC enthusiasts. Over its predecessor, the new G4R features a new stator, rotor and sensor assembly improves the motor’s performance and power dramatically. Compared to the G4, the…
Schelle Racing Innovations has added two new products to its offering of Team Associated aftermarket parts with the release of a +/- 2.5 Degree Aluminium Front Bulkhead for the B7 and a range of 13mm Fat Boys Pistons. Owned by well known vehicle engineering Kurt Wenger, Schelle’s latest parts launch comes after a successful debut at the 1-Up Challenge held at Hobby Action in Chandler, Arizona. The Schelle +/- 2.5 Degree 7075 Aluminium Front Bulkhead is made in the strongest billet aluminium alloy and its design utilises an added rib on the +2.5 side to increase cross-section and strength. For…
Finnish company TestLogger, owned by 2011 IFMAR Electric Buggy World Championship organiser Jussi Luopajärvi, has just announced the official launch of the TestLogger Collector, a product line on providing data logging equipment for RC cars racing. Inspired by the technology used in full-scale motorsports, TestLogger Collector offers a range of tools and equipment that deliver many of the advanced capabilities seen in professional full-scale racing. Whether you’re a club racer seeking an edge or a pro driver ready to push boundaries, the new TestLogger Collector Mini is tailored for those willing to put in the extra effort to uncover every…
…of the its Sector body for 1:10 buggy earlier this year, Pro-Line has now released a 1:8 version of the body for the 8ight-X/E 2.0 buggy. The Sector features a ground-up redesign to optimise the handling of your buggy in the trickiest of track conditions. The low-slung design features a laid-back windshield and long centre fin for ideal stability and side bite, lowering your lap times. The overall rake of the body contributes to the planted yet drivable feel of the Sector, while the body has the right amount of clearance around the gearbox, chassis, and bulkhead. Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]…
