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February 21, 2018

Jörn Neumann joins SWorkz 1/8th team

SWorkz have announced the signing of European frontrunner, Jörn Neumann to their 1/8th off-road team. Jörn will campaign SWorkz’s 1/8th nitro and electric off-road kits at all major races world wide through to 2019 while also helping with research and development. The multi-time European Champion, and Schumacher 1/10th factory driver, had the following to say about the deal:

I am looking forward to join the Sworkz 1/8 team to help develop their 1/8 Offroad Nitro and Electric cars. I will attend National and International races. My first race will be the Neo18 in Spain next month. See you there.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]

February 21, 2018

Daniele Ielasi swaps asphalt for dirt

In a statement on social media, Italy’s Daniele Ielasi has announced his, possibly temporary, turning away from competition nitro on-road racing. The former IFMAR World and Italian National Champion will concentrate on 1/8th Nitro and Electric Buggy racing in 2018, campaigning HB Racing’s B817 and E817 kits. Daniele points out that professional 1/8th on-road racing is taking too much of his time, feeling that race preparation counts more than racing itself, something he hopes will be different in off-road racing. About his move Daniele had the following to say:

That’s right. From this year, after 30 exact years of track racing between categories 1/8 on and 1/10 on, it’s time to add a new challenge to my modeling career, off road! I have to admit it was a very difficult decision, but, as often happens in life you come to a point that you must have the strength to make certain decisions that are important to your future, and even if sometimes they may seem too hasty and little sense.

Read his statement in full here

February 21, 2018

Team Associated RC8T3.1 & T3.1e Team Kits

Team Associated have introduced the latest RC8T3.1 nitro and RC8T3.1e electric Team Kit competition truggy kits. Both have been overhauled with the latest upgrades. Many of the same winning features of the B3.1 have been integrated into this latest generation of the Team Associated T3 platform. The updates make the trucks easier to drive and more consistent lap after lap thanks to a refined suspension framework while also increasing durability and consistency on the track. An expansive line of option parts allows the RC8T3.1 and T3.1e to be tuned for specific driver demands and varying conditions. Both kits are set for a release in February.

View lists of the kit’s features and more images here

February 20, 2018

RC Cars Cavalieri MBX8 5mm shock standoff spacers

Coming from RC Cars Cavalieri and made for Mugen’s MBX8 buggy are 5mm shock standoff spacers. The parts are precision-machined from carbon fibre and designed to space the shock standoffs further away from the shock tower. The set includes two spacers and longer upper shock mount screws.

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February 20, 2018

VRP D817/E817 V2 rear shock tower

Vision Racing Products has just released their new V2 rear shock tower for the HB Racing D817 and E817 line of buggies. The tower features the same geometry as the Stock V2 HB rear tower with one interesting feature has been added in the form of the wing mounting holes. There are sets of holes that allow to utilise the stock HB Racing wing mount in the stock locations, or use the new Mugen MBX8 wing mount for a finer wing height adjustment. The V2 tower is available in black anodised 7075 aluminium as well as carbon fibre.

Source: Vision Racing Products [visionracingproducts.com]

February 20, 2018

T-Works XB4 hard-coated centre driveshaft joints

T-Works have introduced hard-coated aluminium centre driveshaft joints for the Xray XB4 buggy. The parts are machined from high-quality aluminium, come hard-anodised for wear and will lower the rotational mass for improved performance. The 2-piece set fit the 2018, 2017 and 2016 variants of Xray’s popular 1/10th 4WD buggy.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

February 20, 2018

Hot Race Tyres 1/8th buggy carbon wheels

Coming from Hot Race Tyres are new carbon-reinforced 1/8th buggy wheels. They made a first appearance at the recent Montpellier GP where they helped Robert Batlle to take home the silverware. By using carbon fibres to reinforce the nylon material, the rims are lighter and stronger than standard wheels and they provide an easier driving feel all while being more consistent in both low and high temperatures. The wheels will become available from early March.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

February 20, 2018

Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck chassis kit

Traxxas have introduced the TRX-4 trail truck chassis kit. The new kit combines the same innovative features as the RTR vehicle with the fun and excitement of building your own kit. The TRX-4 Chassis Kit arrives ready to assemble with a full-colour instruction guide, TQi 4-channel 2.4GHz radio system, and complete waterproof electronics including servos, XL-5 HV ESC, and Titan 21T motor. Key parts like shocks and suspension links come pre-assembled to make building easy and fun. Modellers need to choose their own body, battery, and charger – sold separately – to complete the custom ride.

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