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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.

ROAR announces new minimum weight rules for nitro onroad classes

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:24:00 -0500

ROAR has issued a rule update today regarding the weight minimum of 1:10 and 1:8 nitro onroad cars. Before this time the weight regulations of ROAR did not meet up with that of IFMAR, thus ROAR has decreased the minimum weight by over 100g in each class.

Manalvo dominates Pro Buggy at the OCR Offroad Shootout Series Rd.3

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:16:00 -0500

In Pro Buggy of the Offroad Shootout Series Rd.3, Sergio Manalvo cleans up taking wins in all 5 rounds ahead of Tony Knauth, Knauth putting up a fight early on, but Manalvo was just too good over the night. Dylan Thomas taking a well deserved third spot over Tim Nicol and Neil Ingram.

Moment with Mike: What is your favorite type of race?

Mon, 13 May 2013 08:00:00 -0500

Travelling around to various local, regional, and national level events Mike has seen a wide variety of awesome races. Each event has their own unique twist on what makes them truly awesome, and Mike wants to know which type of race you enjoy most!

Axial partners up with Cassie Currie Motorsports

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:16:00 -0500

Axial R/C Inc., a subsidiary of Hobbico Inc., is proud to announce our 2013 partnership with Casey Currie Motorsports!

Hobby Pro USA releases the PRS1 1:10 2wd offroad buggy

Fri, 10 May 2013 12:12:00 -0500

Just a short time ago we revealed some sneak peek photos of a new 2wd buggy from Hobby Pro USA. Today, they have officially launched the new PRS1 buggy! The new buggy is available now for pre-orders, and is said to be on hobby shop shelves within 4-6 weeks.

TLR releases new "Low Frequency" 22 Series shock springs

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:33:00 -0500

Team Losi Racing is very excited to bring you the latest new performance upgrade parts for the 22 platform, Low Frequency spring sets!

Video: Joey Christensen talks about the Silver Dollar R/C rebuild

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:19:00 -0500

A Main Hobbies recently announced that the Silver Dollar R/C Raceway (host of the 2013 1:10 offroad national AND world championships) is receiving fresh dirt, fresh design, and a fresh new twist in the hands of The Dirt's Joey Christensen. A Main Hobbies has shared this preview video of what's to come as Christensen discusses the SDRCR rebuild!

Sturgeon, Briggs, and Henrickson win the Novak 11th Hour Enduro

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:08:00 -0500

The first ever Novak Eleventh Hour Off-road Enduro took place May 5, 2013 at the HobbyTown USA HobbyPlex in Omaha, NE. Seven teams of three and four drivers grinded through eleven straight hours of racing!

JConcepts releases new Team Associated titanium axles

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:47:00 -0500

The JConcepts front axle design is based around high-grade titanium construction, an outer bearing crush step and an inner 4-40 locknut for security. The design eliminates c-clips, screws and other items which are hard to detect of issues which limit performance. The free spinning design includes axles, 4-40 mini lock-nuts, thin axle shims, decal and assembly instructions.

FTW releases new Mugen MBX6T "Phoenix" body

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:41:00 -0500

Fearless combination of divergent elements is the modus operandi of FTW's renegade design team. It comes as no surprise then that when handed a truggy and blank check , the result was Phoenixpure performance packaged in sinister chopped-top styling.

Last chance for the 2014 IFMAR Electric Onroad World Championships in America

Fri, 10 May 2013 10:32:00 -0500

ROAR has made a last chance announcement today regarding the upcoming 2014 IFMAR Electric Onroad World Championships. The event was scheduled to be held in America, but with a lack of bids from host facilities, IFMAR has given ROAR a second chance to find a home for the event.

Weekend Bump-Start!

Fri, 10 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!

New water resistant XP Digital servos from Team Associated

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:12:00 -0500

Team Associated has just released a fresh lineup of water resistant XP servos!

Horizon Hobby splits ways with TLR/Losi brand President Bill Jeric

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:25:00 -0500

Shocking news has hit the industry today as long-time Horizon Hobby employee and Losi/TLR brand President, Bill Jeric, has announced that he is no longer an employee of Horizon Hobby.

Paul Lemieux leads the PROTOform domination at the ROAR Onroad Paved Nationals

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:51:00 -0500

After taking the ROAR Carpet Nats off due to the birth of his second child, PROTOform Team Driver Paul Lemieux was back on top of the podium, taking the victory in Touring Car Modified equipped with an LTC-R.

Austrian junior champion Kurt Hubeny re-signs with XRAY for 2013

Thu, 09 May 2013 10:43:00 -0500

XRAY is happy to announce that the multi-time Austrian junior champion, Kurt Hubeny, will continue to race with the XRAY team for the 2013 season. Kurt is specialized in 1:10 nitro touring car racing and will be racing the NT1.