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January 19, 2025

RC Chili Bowl crowns Dean as Oval World Champion

This past week the pinnacle of the RC Dirt Oval World, the RC Chili Bowl, gathered the best racers from across the United States to find out who was the best and would be crowned World Champion with Nathan Dean claiming that honour. Running alongside the famous Chili Bowl Midget Nationals held annually in Tulsa, the sold-out RC Chili Bowl’s Invitational Class was decided over sixteen rounds of heads up Reedy Race format racing. In the 8 rounds of Late Model, Dean managed two wins before adding another three in Sprint with his best 14 from 16 results giving him a total of 32 points. With 3 wins and a total of 34 points Robert Chapman finished runner-up. Claiming the most wins with 6 to his credit, JConcepts’ Tyler Hooks also had to count two P6 results and he completed the podium.

Image: RC Chili Bowl [rcchilibowl.com]

January 18, 2025

eSIC 2025 – Announcement

The Electric Singapore International Challenge (eSIC) is back for a third edition with the organisers announcing a new earlier date for 2025. With the previous two editions, both won by Mugen Seiki’s Ronald Volker, held the week prior to the the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, eSIC moves from September to an earlier date of July 12-13. The brainchild of top Singapore touring car racer Nicholas Lee and Chhua Jookiah to bring top level international competition to the country, the inaugural event in 2023 attracted over 100 entries to the RCMC Marine Parade race track. Last year they built on that momentum attracting factory entries from Mugen Seiki, Awesomatix, Yokomo, ARC and Xpress with ARC’s Brayden Stanley and Lee completing the 2024 Modified podium. Four classes will make up eSIC in 2025 with racing for Modified, 13.5T Boosted, 17.5T FWD and 17.5T Super GT.

Source: eSIC [Facebook]

January 18, 2025

‘Rising Star Program’ reaches Oval Racing at Chili Bowl

The ‘Rising Star Program’ has reached out into Oval Racing with 12-year-old Jordyn Mann the first recipient of the prize at the 2025 RC Chili Bowl where no less than 19 RC brands supported the new initiative. Starting out in 2018 as an initiative at the Canadian National Championships and growing ever since, the latest presentation being made at the U.S Indoor Champs, its spin off into the world of dirt oval racing came about after Ryan Combden of Team Zombie Canada, who has been the main driving force behind the ‘Rising Star Program’, appeared on the RC Underground podcast. They loved the program so much they did a spin off which was present to Jordyn at the massive sell-out RC Chili Bowl which runs alongside the famous Chili Bowl Midget Nationals held annual in Tulsa. Taking up racing 4-years ago, Jordyn has been impressing with her talents and being awarded the ‘Rising Star Program’ is sure to help her rise up the ranks in the world of Dirt Oval RC Racing.

View Dirt Oval ‘Rising Star Program’ supporters here

January 18, 2025

JConcepts Checkers or Wreckers 2025 collection

JConcepts has released a new 2025 Racing Team logo aesthetic and introduced a ‘Checkers or Wreckers’ collection. The range includes an all-black hooded sweatshirt and short sleeve t-shirt which feature the new holding shape logo concept for their racing team. The white and blue work together nicely with miniature lightning bolts and “World Champions” located on the bottom. Horizontally placed in the front, and vertically in the back, the checkerboard allows the driver to aim for the finish line each event. Racers go all out, Checkers or Wreckers as they say while wrenching, setting up, and dedicating hard earned hours to their craft. JConcepts also has a large selection of hat styles, shapes, and colours available in 2025. The “2025 punch out” logo patch pops with vibrant colours and placed up front.

View t-shirt and hat range here

January 17, 2025

Takashima D-13 Slide-Lubricant Bearing Oil

Takashima D-13 Slide-Lubricant Bearing Oil is a premium lubricant designed for efficient lubrication and long-lasting protection, suitable for shafts, bearings, and ball head systems. Its unique formula and thoughtful design ensure excellent performance and ease of use, making it the perfect choice for high-end machinery maintenance. The Ultra-Low Friction & Wear Reduction formula ensures smooth operation while significantly reducing wear. The Multi-Layer Lubrication System offers both instant and long-term lubrication effects. Also Dust and Dirt Resistant, the oil does not attract dust or dirt, keeping components clean. Featuring a specially designed bearing bottle, the adjustable metal ring on the bottle allows users to control the flow according to their needs. This precise control makes it efficient and economical, suitable for various applications.

Source: Takashima D-13

January 17, 2025

RC-Project Rubber Pit Mat

Italian option parts brand RC-Project has released a new Rubber Pit Mat as a solution designed to enhance the work process for RC car enthusiasts. This high-quality mat offers several practical features, making it an essential tool for assembling or rebuilding RC kits. The mat includes multiple compartments that keep parts, tools, and components organised. This prevents small pieces from rolling off the bench and ensures everything stays in place, reducing the risk of errors during reassembly. Made from soft, durable rubber, the mat provides a non-slip surface, ensuring stability while you work. It also offers protection for your workbench and RC parts from scratches. The mat is washable with soap and water and resistant to solvents and oils, making it easy to maintain and keeping it in top condition for long-term use. It can be easily rolled up for transport, making it ideal for on-the-go work or for storing when not in use. Measuring 800 x 500mm (31.5″x19.7″), it offers a spacious work surface, providing ample room to organise and assemble your RC parts comfortably.

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January 17, 2025

VP-Pro Universal Carbon Fibre 1:8 Wing Button

VP-Pro has added this new Universal Carbon Fibre 1:8 Wing Button. Made from high-quality carbon fibre, not only for easier wing mounting but also gives better wing support and provides more durability. It has elongated holes to allow mounting on a multitude of mounts. Package includes one piece carbon fibre wing button and the mounting hardware.

View individual components here

January 16, 2025

Apolaro wins Miami RC Grand Prix – Report

Last weekend the annual Miami RC Grand Prix took place at Homestead Speedway where the Infinity of DJ Apolaro took the 1:10 Nitro Touring Car win. With a number of European drivers making the trip across the Atlantic, the Touring Car class had the current World Champion Jilles Groskamp show up with the Dutchman securing the TQ by 2-seconds from DJ Apolaro with the Mugen of Brian Thomas completing the Top 3 in qualifying. With the weather constantly changing from day to day, as well as the track conditions, after some wind and rain the Final got cut from 45-minute to half an hour. For Apolaro his original plan was to do a tyre change, but after some strategy changes and conversations with his mechanic (Ricardo Garri), they decided to take the risk and go with very large tyres, less tyre split and drive a smart race. At the start, Apolaro was able to stay close enough to Groskamp and not let him get a large gap. Keeping his lead under 3 seconds, when the World Champion stopped half way into the race for a tyre change, Apolaro had the lead and with his car running in the window in terms of tyre size he maintained the lead coming home with about a 10 second lead over Groskamp. Making it an all Infinity podium Jerry Guerra secured third position.

Source: DJ Apolaro/Wallace Motorsport [wallacemotorsports.net]