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Over the years Tamiya has released a few strange chassis layouts that, fortunately, have gained huge followings. One of them was the FF-01, a FWD, plastic-tub chassis that really had no place in the RC …

Ok, trivia. How many people have seen the movie Pulp Fiction? If you have, I’m sure you remember the part where Jules and Vincent (played by Samuel L Jackson and John Travolta, respectively) visit the …

With technology and innovation moving forward at an astonishing pace, XRAY is right at the forward edge. Since the innovation of the M18 micro racecar, XRAY has steadily improved upon its design to make it …

The following manuals have been added to the Free RC Cars & Trucks Manuals section of the CompetitionX Manuals Database: Yokomo • B-Max4 • B-Max4 Factory • DMax Special • DRB Drift Package • GT-4W2 …

After a year and a half from its official release, the P81 becomes RS. Designed on the base of the experience acquired from the most titled car in Europe, the P81 PRO, finalist in Lostallo …

Another new release from Team C. More information to arrive shortly. Features include: • 4 x 4 Short Course Truck Racing Kit • Saddle Pack Battery Design • Slipper Clutch • Aluminium Shocks [source: www.teamcracing.net]

Just when you thought it couldn’t get better, HB in collaboration with Atsushi Hara release the unthinkable, the HB D8 Hara Edition 1/8th scale 4WD Buggy Kit. Dedicated to creating “Best in Class Vehicles”, the …

One of the biggest releases at the iHobby 2010 show was from Traxxas…the Ken Block Edition 1:16 scale. This car is sick looking, complete with all the markings from Ken’s new Ford ride. Even the …

We often carry a lot of RC equipment to the track or out to the field for a day of fun. Tools, chargers, spare parts, and many other items are “must haves” to ensure a …

A 2WD mini with an Xcelorin brushless power system, oil-filled shocks and an extended short course chassis. Too good to be true? Nope. The Mini SCT RTR has all that and more. It’s ready to …