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November 15, 2023

Yokomo Rookie Drift RD2.0 Drift Car

Yokomo has announced the up coming release of the “Rookie Drift RD2.0”, a new basic chassis release from the Japanese manufacturer who have been pioneers in the field of drift R/C racing. The base specs have been enhanced by improving the steering angle and securing rear grip, etc., so that even first-time drifters can enjoy the experience of drifting. The chassis configuration is also designed with future expansion in mind, and can be customised with optional parts. In addition to the standard assembly kit, a value-priced kit with a YG-302V2 steering gyro will also be available, ideal for first-time drift RC challengers.

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November 15, 2023

KeyFulcrum X-Maxx, XRT & Maxx Steering Servo

KeyFulcrum has released a new high-pressure brushless digital magnetic waterproof steering servo with an all-metal casing specifically designed for use in the Traxxas X-Maxx, XRT & Maxx trucks. An innovative imported waterproof, high-temperature resistant, high-torque sensible brushless controllable drive motor is used. Under the same working structure, it can generate powerful high torque and control current with autonomous programs to achieve excellent matching efficiency. The magnetic potentiometer is water-resistant and has no internal contact and no wear during operation. Accordingly the starting and stopping positioning accuracy and return accuracy of the steering gear are accurate during left and right moving, which can work together with the autonomous procedures, and highlight the optimal efficiency. Pioneering high-strength integrated steel teeth and laser-welded steel teeth. The teeth do not come loose, durable, smooth, and can improve the meshing accuracy of the gear set system. This makes the empty position controllable. Innovative 4-bearing design is adopted, so that the entire gear set has only 1 pin and is made of high-strength 3.2mm alloy steel to improve its yield strength. The pin hole in the shell is inlaid with a steel sleeve to enhance wear resistance and prolong the service cycle.

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November 15, 2023

Serpent Medius X20 ’24

Serpent has announced its latest 1:10 Touring Car with the release of the Medius X20 ’24 that will be offered in carbon and aluminium chassis version kits. The 1:10 Touring car market has changed with some new and innovative designs and Serpent have been working hard on their latest and best EP touring car yet. New and improved suspension geometry give maximum rotation. A newly engineered aluminium rear diff, along with a completely new designed rear upper arm link setup providing increased adjustability. The car gets new style flex shock mounts with included 13mm shocks. Also with the new style split top deck the flex is adjustable like never before.

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November 14, 2023

R1 Wurks DC1 Alu Front Shock Tower

R1 Wurks has released a lightweight optional front shock tower for its DC1 Drag Car. Made from a durable 7075 T6 aluminium it weighs just 8 grams and features an offset upper shock mounting for better shock alignment. With a durable black anodised coating it is finished with laser etched R1 branding.

Source: R1 Wurks [r1wurks.com]

November 14, 2023

Large Scale Pre-Worlds Race Announcement

With New South Wales Radio Controlled Racing Car Club set to host the 2024 IFMAR Large Scale World Championship, the Sydney, Australia based club has announced dates and the opening of entries for the official Pre-Worlds Race. Just weeks after it successfully hosted the 1:8 GT World Championship at The John Grant International Raceway, the club has confirmed March 7-10th as the dates for the Pre-Worlds race with the actual World Championships taking place from October 20th to 27th. In addition to the World Championship 1:5 Touring Car category, the Pre-Worlds will cater for Large Scale Mini, F1 and 1:5 Bikes. Registration is now open and can be completed here.

Source: NSWRCRCC [nswrcrcc.org.au]

November 14, 2023

MST PST Drift Tire Series

Drift RC specialist Max Speed Technology has released a new range of drift tyres it is calling its PST Drift Tire Series. The front tyres have a width of 26.5mm with a unique sidewall-to-tread design for enhanced steering clarity during cornering. The rear tyres, with a width of 29.5mm, offer an extended contact area for improved traction in mid-drift. The widened rear tyres feature a special profile design, making them compatible with all commonly available drift wheels, eliminating the need for separate purchase of widened wheelsets.

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November 14, 2023

10th Korean National Buggy title for Choi

Well known international Korean 1:8 Buggy racer Dani Choi hit a landmark result over the weekend when he clinched the Korean National 1:8 Nitro Buggy Championship for a 10th time. Held at ‘The Track’ indoor dirt track in Gimpo, the Kyosho driver dominated qualifying to take the overall TQ after topping all 5 rounds with the Mugen of Tony Jeon second and young talent HyunKyu Jung third. In the hour long final, Choi would set the fastest lap as he built up a 4-lap lead to take the title ahead of Jung, this being his final race with Xray, with Jeon completing the podium.

Source: Dani Choi [Facebook]

November 14, 2023

Xpress’ Nagashima to race at FIRC 2023

Xpress’ Yugo Nagashima is the latest factory driver to be confirmed for the inaugural Foshan International Invitational RC Championship in China on December 15-17. One of Japan’s top international Touring Car racers with a CV that includes victories at the Japanese, Canadian & Australian Nationals, the Snowbirds, the U.S. Indoor Champs and the Asian Onroad Championships, Nagashima joins Mugen’s Ronald Volker as one of the international racers who will make the trip to the new GDC Indoor Race Club track in Guangdong for the recently announced event. At 800 square metres the GDC Indoor track is the largest professional indoor onroad track in China and only opened in May of this year, FIRC will be the first international event it hosts and one which it hopes will become an annual event on the International Touring Car race calendar.

Source: Foshan International RC Championship [Facebook]