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Austin Blair and Dylan Rodriguez dominate at the Silver Dollar Offroad Challenge

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:57:00 -0500

16-year-old Blair top-qualified Pro Buggy, Pro 4WD Short Course Truck and went onto win all of the three classes he competed in: Pro Buggy, Pro 4WD Short Course Truck, and Pro eBuggy. Rodriquez took TQ honors in 1/8-scale Pro Truck and easily took the win after battling early with Kyoshos Sean Gaffney.

Renato Elias wins short course at the AARCN Onroad Championship Rd.3

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:45:00 -0500

In another brilliant race, Renato Elias took the first place followed closely by Renato Tano and Rafael Souza.

Video: "R/C Racers - The Documentary" teaser

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:35:00 -0500

Our friends at the Midwest Nitro Series have shared with us a teaser video of an upcoming documentary called, R/C Racers. The documentary is being filmed and produced by racer Logan Hall, and shows the world what R/C racing is really all about. Majority of the footage is based off of the Midwest Nitro Series events and racers.

Las Vegas racers hit the jackpot at the 702 Raceway Novak Test Drive

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:11:00 -0500

Have you ever wanted to have your electronics installed by the experts? Maybe have a private test day at your local track with factory reps and pro drivers? Try out the latest motors and ESCs in your own race ride before you buy them? Well for the racers at 702 R/C Raceway in Las Vegas, they got exactly that opportunity! The Novak Test Drive event rolled into Vegas smack dab in the middle of the NHRSA Hobby Expo on Tuesday, April 30.

[UPDATE] ROAR announces that Full Throttle Raceway will host the 2014 IFMAR Electric Onroad World Championships

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:48:00 -0500

Earlier this month ROAR announced a last chance opportunity for the IFMAR World Championships to be held in the United States in 2014. Today, they have announced that Full Throttle Raceway in Kissimmee, Florida will be the official host of the 2014 IFMAR Electric Onroad World Championships.

Jason Ruona wins at the 2013 Chaos on the Coast Rd.4

Tue, 21 May 2013 09:38:00 -0500

JConcepts drivers Jason Ruona and Paul Wynn battle at Chaos on the Coast point series round 4.

Talk-It-Out Tuesday with NeoBuggy's Phil Mortstedt

Tue, 21 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

For this edition of Talk-It-Out Tuesday we decided to sit down with our good pal from across the pond to talk about the upcoming Neo race, NeoBuggy, and more!

Sneak peek of the upcoming P1 Brand summer releases

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:35:00 -0500

Our good friends at P1 Brand are always working on something new revolving around the racing industry. As their product line continues to grow, we have been given a little sneak peek at just one of several new items set to be released this summer.

PSM releases new carbon fiber front and rear shock towers for the Kyosho MP9

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:01:00 -0500

PSM Option Parts has released a fresh set of carbon fiber shock towers for the popular Kyosho MP9 TKI3 buggy. The new towers are CNC machined out of high quality 4mm and 5mm carbon fiber. The front tower offers an additional shock mounting hole, and both provide a lightweight and factory appearance over the stock shock towers.

Team Associated releases limited edition AE/Reedy zip up hoodie

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:54:00 -0500

Team Associated has issued a limited edition run of their new Team Associated/Reedy zip-up hoodie. This casual, long-sleeve hoodie features a large zipper, two pouch pockets, and draw-string hood.

Yannick Aigoin wins 2wd and 4wd buggy at the French 1:10 Nationals Rd.3

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:48:00 -0500

Aigoin scored a double victory for Team Associated against a stacked field of competition, including nitro phenomenon Reno Savoya.

Tom Cockerill strikes victory for Schumacher in Spain

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:40:00 -0500

This weekend Schumacher drivers Tom Cockerill and Trish Neal were invited out to Spain by carbi.net to compete in the second round of their national series at Bilbao, the track that hosted the 2009 European Championships. Cockerill walked away with the victory after a hard fought battle!

Emer Agero wins the 2013 Philippine Short Course Nationals

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:30:00 -0500

It all came down to the final A-Main, and Emer Agero would come out on top as the 2013 Short Course Champion!

Bill Oxidean continues his win streak in the NAMBA District 9 points series

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:23:00 -0500

Once again, a perfect score in both PLTD Hydro as well as PLTD Offshore for Bill Oxidean.

Pro-Line releases the new "Proton" 1:10 buggy rear tire (with video)

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:15:00 -0500

The bar style tire was invented years ago when Brian Kinwald designed the original Losi BK Bars. Today, the theory and performance of bar treaded tires has evolved immensely. The latest in that evolution is the all-new Pro-Line Proton buggy tire.

Moment with Mike: Trying to be one of the cool kids

Mon, 20 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

Since elementary school, Mike has wanted to be one of the cool kids. As it turns out, being a cool kid comes at a painful price!

New shock caps for XRAY XB4

Fri, 17 May 2013 15:00:00 -0500

XRAY presents new option parts for the XB4.

1:10 Off-Road Worlds track vision becomes a little clearer

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:54:00 -0500

The upcoming worlds host track -- Silver Dollar R/C Raceway -- has new dirt and an authentic "The Dirt Racing" layout.

Petri Myllri wins first round of Finnish nationals

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:00:00 -0500

The first round of the Finnish National series was held this past weekend in Turku.

NeoBuggy and DXR announce that the 2013 Neo Race entries are now open (with video)

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:01:00 -0500

Neo Buggy & DXR are pleased to officially announce entry for the 2013 Neo Race is now open!

Weekend Bump-Start!

Fri, 17 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

Everybody needs a bump start to their weekend, and LiveRC has just that with all of the races and events taking place this upcoming weekend!

Trinity releases new traction compound for asphalt racing

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Trinity has announced their new "Purple Dot" outdoor foam tire traction compound.

Tekno R/C sweeps the DE/Panther Racing Spring Nationals Series

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:54:00 -0500

San Diego RC Raceway has been host to the 1st annual DE/Panther Racing Series this year and it has been a huge success, especially for the Tekno R/C team!

AVID releases new XRAY XB4 machined shock pistons

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:35:00 -0500

XRAY racers can now run the signature AVID machined piston setup on the XB4 buggy with the release of the new AVID AV1033 shock pistons!

Double win for JR Mitch at the JConcepts Summer Tour Rd.1

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:54:00 -0500

The JConcepts Summer Tour kicked off at Go Hard Raceway located in Green Cove Springs, just outside of Jacksonville, Florida. JR walked away the winner of Mod Buggy and Pro4!

Multi-time Swiss champion Patrick Hofer joins the Reedy

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:48:00 -0500

Reedy has extended their lineup of championship winning drivers today, as they have signed on board Swiss national champion Patrick Hofer. Hofer, also a Team Associated team driver, will be running the Reedy line-up of products to power his race winning machines for 2013.

AJS Machine releases new Axial SCX10 aluminum front bumper mount

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:31:00 -0500

Tough 6061 Aluminum construction with black anodized finish, and designed to greatly increases the rigidity of your chassis and bumper.

JConcepts releases new B44.2 aluminum bulkhead center cap

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:01:00 -0500

The machined aluminum component, anodized in blue, is a handy replacement for the stock plastic unit and is a drop-on to the center slipper assembly.

Jimmy Madison sets new track record and takes the win at SRL Rd.2

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:51:00 -0500

Recent convert to Schumacher Jimmy Maddison has won his first race with the new Mi5!

The Yokomo Euro Touring Series rolls in to the Netherlands

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:42:00 -0500

After an 11-week break, the Yokomo Euro Touring Series resumes this weekend (May 17-19) in the Netherlands with the beautiful Apeldoorn track.

Thursday Testimonials: R/C Cheat Sheets iPhone App, JConcepts "Satellite" Tire Bands, VANS Authentic Skate Shoe

Thu, 16 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

Whether it's wheel nuts, wings, tools, tracks, trinkets and/or anything in between, the LiveRC staff gives their testimonial and mini-review of each every Thursday morning!

The X Factory X-6 Cubed is revealed!

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:25:00 -0500

We have obtained body-off photos of X Factory engineer Paul Sinclairs prototype X 6 Cubed, and its an exciting new design indeed!

Video: Futaba 4PKS-R throttle rate update with Scott Cramer

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:57:00 -0500

If you've noticed an unexpected feel to your 4PKS-R radio's throttle, you'll find the cause and the solution in this video!

Exotek releases new battery hold down system for the TLR 22, 22T, and 22SCT

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:50:00 -0500

Easy adjust twist nut and strap system for perfect battery retention which attaches to a heavy duty machined alloy battery tray.

Richard Taylor wins at the BRCA 1:8 Electric Nationals Rd.2

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:33:00 -0500

Taylor kept it all together to win the final by a clear four seconds in front of David Crompton!

Tekin goes "Under the Hood" of Ronda Drake's TLR SCTE 2.0

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:27:00 -0500

Tekin has once again shared another Under the Hood special feature, this time with the famous Ronda Drake!

Rainer Ressar and wins with Team Durango at the Estonian 1:8 E-Buggy Nationals

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:19:00 -0500

Rainer Ressar has returned from the recent first round of the Estonian 1:8 Electric Buggy Nationals victorious.

Team Associated releases new "Sprint" drift wheel and tire

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:15:00 -0500

Specially formulated for great drifting action! Fits the Apex Touring and all 1:10 scale on-road cars that accept standard 1:10 scale wheels with 12mm hexes.

Wednesday Round Up!

Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

Don't have time to check the R/C world for news every day? Check in on Wednesdays to see highlights of the biggest product releases, news stories, and race results from the past 7 days!

XRAY releases new graphite lower arm plates for the XB9

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:50:00 -0500

These optional graphite lower arm plates allow for stiffer the arms and makes the car more stable and easier to drive under high-grip conditions.

Michael Bolger sweeps the modified classes at the DMCC Winter Championship

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:43:00 -0500

Bolger wins both 2wd and 4wd Modified Buggy!

JConcepts releases new metric washer shim set

Tue, 14 May 2013 11:04:00 -0500

Small adjustments matter when it comes to competitive racing and JConcepts is on top of the small adjustments with the release of the metric washer set.

Mark Lim double victory at the NOOB Singapore Open Buggy Rd.3

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:53:00 -0500

Round 3 of the NOOB Singapore Open Buggy Series took place last weekend at the RaceWorks Arena. Mark Lim walked away the winner of both 2wd and 4wd classes!

Reedy releases the all-new 4600mAh 55C 14.8V LiPo

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:33:00 -0500

Tested and developed by the championship-winning factory team drivers, Reedy's innovative 4600mAh 55C 14.8V LiPo battery is a must-have for the hardcore 1:8 buggy racer who seeks maximum power output and run time in a compact package.

Kaja Novotny wins the Mibosport Cup Round 1 with RDRP

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:25:00 -0500

Round 1 of the Mibosport Cup 2013 is in the books and Team Durango/RDRP driver, Kaja Novotny, was the man to beat. Novotny, running the new RDRP DEX210 +11 chassis, dominated the field bringing home a win for both Team Durango and RDRP.

Talk-It-Out Tuesday with Larry "Big Bird" Ward

Tue, 14 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

This week we talk with former motocross star, and now R/C guru, Larry Ward!

Cody King scores a double win at the JBRL Nitro Series Rd.2

Mon, 13 May 2013 11:20:00 -0500

JBRL Nitro round 2 is complete, and it was a HOT hard fought win in the Buggy class, and a little easier cruise in the Truggy class for Cody King!

Yuichi Kanai returns to his World Championship winning RB Engine team

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:07:00 -0500

Last week the news of IFMAR 1:8 World Champion, Yuichi Kanai, leaving Team Orion engines came as a shock to the industry. Today, Kanai has announced that he has re-joined the RB engine team, which was his World Championship winning team in 2000!

The 2013 Top Notch Summer Series is announced (with video)

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:54:00 -0500

The Southern California racing scene is heating up this season with this announcement of The Top Notch Summer Series!

BMiller Racing Stock vs. Mod Buggy Challenge race report (with video)

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:37:00 -0500

In a continuing journey to present different ways to enjoy RC car racing, BMiller Racing hosted the first-ever BMiller Racing Stock vs. Mod Buggy Challenge on May 10 as part of the weekly Friday Night Nats program at LSR Speedway in Sacramento.