June 10, 2024

Hall does double at British Nationals Round 3

The third round of the British 1:10 Offroad National Championships took place over the weekend with Team Associated’s Tommy Hall pulling off the double at the Stotfold track in Bedfordshire.  In Saturday’s 2WD action, Hall would secure the TQ ahead of defending Champion & Round 1 winner Neil Cragg with the Schumacher of Round 2 winner Ben Smith lining up third.  Despite Cragg taking the win in the dying moments of A1, Hall got the job done in A2 & 3 for his first 2WD win of 6 round 2024 Championship.  In 4WD it was business as usual for Hall as he made it three from three despite the TQ going the way of his brother Jamie.  While suffering a DNF in A2, wins in A1 and A3 gave the reigning Champion the overall Round 3 win ahead of Jamie with Thomas Phipps making it an all Team Associated podium.  Hall now leads both championships with Round 4 scheduled for June 29t-30th at Bury Metro.

Image: Racewayone [racewayone.com]


June 10, 2024

Pavidis back for Brisbane round of Asian Buggy C/ships

After a successful debut in the Asian Buggy Championships at the Philippine Masters back in April, Sparko team driver Ryan Pavidis is to return for the third round in Brisbane, Australia, next month.  Pavidis claimed a podium at Round 2 in Manila in only his second ever international race with the 22-year-old finishing second in between reigning World Champion Davide Ongaro and former World Champion Atsushi Hara.  Commenting on his entry confirmation for the penultimate round of the Scotty Ernst promoted 4 round Championship at Pine Hills Dirt Racing on July 11-14, the American said,  “I’m looking forward to touching down in Brisbane and getting up to speed on the masterpiece of a track Zac (Ryan) and the PHDR crew have built for us. Round 2 of the ABC in Manila was arguably the best event I’ve attended and I have no doubt this will be right up there as well.”

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [Facebook]


June 9, 2024

Ongaro regains 1:8 eBuggy European title

Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro has regained the title he last held in 2019 with victory today in France at the EFRA 1:8 Electric Buggy European Championship.  The Nitro Buggy World Champion took the TQ at the home to the Montpellier GP and from the front was the class of the field in the triple A-Main title deciders.  Leading away the 13-buggy grid ahead of Tekno’s João Figueiredo it would be the Sworks of current 1:8 Nitro Buggy European Champion Juan Carlos Canas would be the Italian’s closest challenger but Ongaro was never under any serious threat.  Wrapping up the title in A2 this allowing Ongaro to sit out A3 which was duly won by Canas to secure the runner-up spot.  Qualifying P6, Xray’s Bruno Coelho would have a good A3 taking P2 to secure the final step on the podium ahead of team-mate French teenager Noha Ben Mohamed.  Fifth would go to Mugen Seiki’s Berkan Kilic with Figueiredo rounding out the Top 6.

Image: EFRA [Facebook] 


June 8, 2024

Ongaro Top Qualifier at 1:8 eBuggy European C/ships

Team Associated’s Davide Ongaro is the Top Qualifier at the EFRA 1:8 Electric Buggy European Championship in France.  Racing at the famous Circuit du MBM, home to the Montpellier GP, the Italian topped three of the qualifiers to take the TQ honours ahead of the Tekno of Portugal’s João Figueiredo who was fastest in Q3.   French teenager & Xray driver Noha Ben Mohamed would complete the Top 3 for qualifying ahead of reigning European Nitro Champion & 2022 Electric Champion Juan Carlos Canas, the Sworkz drivers best run a P3 in Q3.  With reigning eBuggy Champion Michal Orlowski racing at the ETS in the Netherlands this weekend, where he has secured a dominant TQ, a new Champion is set to be crowned in France tomorrow, with Ongaro looking strongly poised to retake the time won in 2019.

Image: EFRA [Facebook] 


June 7, 2024

T-Works RC8 B4.1 Light Weight Wheel Hubs

New from T-Works are these Light Weight Wheel Hubs manufacturer from high quality 7075-T6 aluminium.  With Black Anodising adding strength and durability to extend the life of the wheel hub, a lightweight design improves the buggy’s acceleration performance, handling, and fuel efficiency.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


June 7, 2024

Team Brood B74 Vented Heatsinking Slipper Plates

Something new for Team Associated B74.1/.2 1:10 4WD Electric Buggy are these Vented Heatsinking Slipper Plates from Team Brood.  Specifically designed for the Decoupled Slipper Clutch and Standard 2 Plate Slipper Clutch, these advanced slipper plates bring enhanced performance, superior cooling, and consistent feel to your racing experience.  The standard system includes front and rear plates, while the decoupled system features front and rear plates for the rear slipper system and a small rear plate for the front oneway slipper system.  The front plate tube from the stock system remains in use for seamless integration.  All Team Brood Racing slipper plates incorporate our IFMAR World Champion vented heatsinking design, ensuring optimal temperature control and preventing overheating.  This design also effectively routes slipper pad dust out from between the plates and pads, reducing the risk of glazing and maintaining consistent performance.  The slipper is available in three material options.

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June 6, 2024

Revolution Design B7 Slipper Eliminator Set

This B7 Slipper Eliminator Set is the latest release from Revolution Design Racing Products for the very popular Team Associated RC10B7 platform.  The set is the perfect solution for stock racers aiming for low rotating mass and an efficient drive train.  This set helps you shed weight where it counts most.  The spur gear hub is made from black anodised aluminium with silver detailing, matching the current popular style of many aftermarket parts.  Fully compatible with the kit top shaft and a variety of spur gears including RDRP’s lightweight Ultra Spur Gear series and Team Associated models 3922, 3923, 6693, 6695, converting your B7 vehicle to direct drive has never been easier.  The set includes spur gear mounting hardware and a lightweight titanium slipper shaft screw.

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June 6, 2024

MIP Super Ball Diff Outdrive Set

Renowned US tool manufacturer MIP has released of their Super Ball Diff Outdrive Set as an upgrade for the Team Associated RC10B7 1:10 2WD Buggy.  The innovative Super Ball Diff technology ensures silky smooth gear meshing for a longer-lasting differential. This upgrade minimises power loss, maximising acceleration, top speed, and overall control. Built to withstand the punishment of competitive racing, the MIP Super Ball Diff Outdrive Set utilises high-strength materials for exceptional resilience. It also provides a tighter fit and optimised power transfer throughout the drivetrain which translates to sharper handling and a more responsive driving experience.

Source: MIP [miponline.com]