Author: Tony Phalen
As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!
Review: UDI RC Coleoptera RTR
It's not often that a diamond in the rough peeks its pearly whites at you but, when it happens, sometimes you have to take a ... Read More
Your First RC Basher: 10-Minute Setup Checklist Before You Run
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. ... Read More
WRC LM16-3 Prototype Video Build
I showed you what comes in the WRC LM16-3 Prototype box, now let’s get to building this car! Since it’s a relatively easy build (being ... Read More
Review: Jetko Avantgarde Rally Tires
As with most of the RC world, tire choice in Rally Racing is everything. The big difference, however, is that at or little local Rally ... Read More
Review: Killerbody Subaru Impreza WRC 2007 Rally Body
Product: Killerbody Subaru Impreza WRC 2007 Rally Body Website: https://store.killerbody.com/ Part #: KLR-48762 Scale: 1/10 Scale Price: $99.99 Recommended For: Rally fans that want an ... Read More
Review: Team Associated Apex2 A550 Rally Car
It's no lie that Rally is one of the best kept secrets in RC. Based on a 4WD Touring Car, these rides get their choice ... Read More
Review: MaxAmps Cylindrion Li-Ion Battery Pack
MaxAmps has come out with a new battery type for RC use, the Cylindrion. This pack is based on Li-Ion architecture and has features that ... Read More
Review: Traxxas TRX-4M Ford Bronco
The Traxxas TRX-4M has been out a short time now, but we were still lucky to get our hands on one to unbox and take ... Read More
Review: HOTRC DS-4A One-Handed Radio System
If you’re into videoing your RC cars, you’ll want to check out the HOTRC DS-4A One-Handed Radio System. This setup allows you to drive your ... Read More
Review: Element RC Enduro Sendero Sport Edition Trail Truck RTR
Element RC's Enduro Sendero SE is the latest addition to the companies trail truck lineup. The SE stands for Sport Edition, which makes one think ... Read More
RC Car Tips for Beginners: How to Drive Like a Pro
Believe it or not, every Pro driver was once a beginner in the world of RC. I've been around long enough to see these guys ... Read More
Tamiya XV-02 Pro Video Build
We are happy to bring you the unboxing video of the Tamiya XV-02 Pro Rally car. This is Tamiya’s latest and greatest 1/10 scale Rally ... Read More
Tamiya Astute 2022 TD2 Video Build
Tamiya’s Astute 2022 is an updated 2WD buggy that sits on the new TD2 platform. Similar to the TD4 chassis (seen on the Super Avante), ... Read More
Tamiya Wild One Blockhead Motors Buggy Video Build
Tamiya’s new Wild One Offroader Blockhead Motors Edition has finally dropped and we got our hands on one of the pre-production units! We’ve been sitting ... Read More
Electric vs Nitro RC Cars: Which One Should You Choose?
If you're new to the RC hobby, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to choose an electric or nitro-powered RC car. At ... Read More












