You’ve waited all week. Your new RC car/truck has arrived, the box is open and it’s sitting on the workbench – and it looks amazing. You’re itching to get out and drive! Surprisingly enough, this is exactly when most people break something. I’ve watched it happen in hobby shops, parking lots, backyards and probably more …

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HPI Racing’s Nano TTR (Table Top Racers) are bite-sized runners (about the size of a Hot Wheels car) that are designed for one thing – tons of fun with a very limited amount of space needed. This particular one comes with the BMW 2002 Turbo body set in either white or silver (4 other body …

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St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than to save money – at RC4WD. From today (March 12th) to March 17th, you can save up to 15% storewide while using the code SPDS26 – AND get free shipping on orders over $300 (with code SPDUS26). International people – …

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If you’ve spent any time around RC cars, you’ve probably heard people talk about servos. They’re one of the most important parts of an RC vehicle, yet they’re often overlooked until something stops working. In simple terms, the servo is what turns the wheels. When you move the steering wheel on your transmitter, the servo …

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RPM has released a set of replacement front and rear camber links for the Traxxas BL2 series vehicles. This includes the Slash 4×4, Rustler 4×4, Stampede 4×4 and Bigfoot 4×4 vehicles. They are more than just nicely colored replacements – they feature RPM’s engineering grade nylons for superior strength and a slight decrease in weight. …

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With the success of their 1/12 NASCAR kits, Losi has modified this platform slightly to create yet another version – the Asphalt Late Model Stock Car. The biggest changes include an updated Late Model Stock Car body that features a unique zero-body-clip, one-touch button to remove the body. A new front bumper and rear deck …

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After the initial release of the XP10, Reefs RC finally succumbed to the massive online request for a ‘standard’ version – and here it is – the XP10 Plague Black Edition! This rig looks amazing and brings some really nice features: Reefs 199 portal axles Machined and hardened steel gears, axle shafts, spools and universals …

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Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries are the go-to power source for RC hobbyists. They deliver high energy density in a lightweight package – ideal for drones, RC cars and other electrified hobby gear. But LiPo batteries don’t last forever, and when they begin to show signs of wear – like swelling or puffing – they can …

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The A-Team has released another version of the Dual Sport – the RC10DS with the Rally body set – and I actually like this body pairing with this chassis! This is a DS kit – black aluminum chassis, gold shocks, Stealth transmission and lots of adjustment. The Porsche-ish body sits tight and low with the …

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When it comes to pit equipment, ProTek has you covered, as evident from the 4 new products they just dropped. Product 1 – flat sensor wires that improve the overall quality of your build. They are available in 4 sizes – 90mm (PTK-2119), 150mm (PTK-2119), 200mm (PTK-2120) and 300mm (PTK-2121). All 4 are prices at …

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