Category: RC Academy
Sensored vs Sensorless RC Brushless Motors: What’s the Real Difference?
If you’re upgrading your RC car or building one from scratch, one decision comes up fast: sensored or sensorless brushless motor? At a glance, they ... Read More
Understanding LiPo Battery Voltage
If you’re getting into RC cars, one of the first confusing topics you’ll run into is LiPo battery voltage. You’ll see numbers like 7.4v, 11.1v, ... Read More
How Does an RC Car Servo Work?
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 ... Read More
How to Properly Dispose of Old, Puffed RC LiPo Batteries
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, ... Read More
Brushless Motor Rotor Tuning Explained: Speed vs Torque Breakdown
Before brushless motors were around, there was quite a bit of maintenance we had to perform on our motors to keep them fresh and running ... Read More
RC Battery Connectors and Balance Plugs Explained
If you’re new to RC cars, one of the most confusing parts of your setup isn’t the motor or suspension - it’s the wiring. Specifically, ... Read More
RC Motor kV Explained (Ultimate Guide)
If you're just starting out in the RC world, chances are you've picked up a RTR of some sort that comes equipped with a brushless ... Read More
Anatomy of a Belt-Driven Touring Car
Belt-driven touring cars are some of the most precise and refined RC vehicles you can drive. Built for high-grip surfaces like asphalt and carpet tracks, ... Read More
RC Screw Types Explained + How to Measure Them
When I first started out in RC, I didn't have much of a background in building things. Sure, as a kid I disassembled all my ... Read More
What Does C Rating Mean on a LiPo Battery?
If you’ve ever looked at a LiPo battery, you’ve probably seen something like “5000mAh 50C” printed on the label. Most people understand the mAh part ... Read More
RC LiPo Battery Safety Guide
I consider myself a pretty knowledgeable RC enthusiast/racer. I’ve raced at every level of competition, driven everything from 1/18-scale to 1/5-scale motorcycles and travelled all ... Read More
RC Brushless System Terminology
There are plenty of terms in the RC industry that can be confusing to a newcomer - most of those revolving around your brushless ESC ... Read More