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HPI tease new Savage X SS 1/8th monster truck kit

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 10:07 AM PST

HPI Racing have announced the forthcoming release of the Savage X SS 1/8th scale nitro monster truck. Probably the world’s most popular 1/8th scale big-block nitro monster truck, the Savage has been around for nearly 15 years. The updated re-release is fitted with super heavy-duty drivetrain parts, all-metal differentials with machine-cut gears, 2.5mm TVP chassis and plenty more go-fast goodies. Coming in kit form it is ready for more option parts, your own radio gear and lots of backyard bashing.

Source: HPI Racing [hpiracing.com]

Myron Kinnard wins at Thunder Jam XI

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 09:02 AM PST

The Thunder Jam Snowbirds Warm-up was back again to kick off 2017 with its ninth running hosted by Thunder RC Raceway in Nashville, Tennessee. The event has brought in racers to compete for trophies, cash, and the glory. For an event that was created for kids to have their own special race, it has grown over the years to give racers of all ages a chance to win an event. For Saturday, the event would have three qualifiers and AA mains. This is a format that has been used for years and works very well to maximise the time so travellers can get home at comfortable times. Myron Kinnard (Team Associated) was able to lay in a TQ run in the first round of USVTA and he reset that TQ again as the day went on.

In the opening A-main he was able to complete a start-to-finish win with a .097 deviation for a solid eight minutes. Teammate Will Sheffield (Team Associated) , secured a third-place finish, and young privateer Joseph Steele (Team Associated) locked in a second-place finish. So for the second AA main, the USVTA rules allow the racer either a rolling start or inverted start. Inverted was the call and being TQ meant Myron would start from the back of the pack. At the sound of the buzzer it was Will Sheffield who jumped to the front of the line and laid in some of his best laps of the event with a .69 deviation. As Myron and Will battled for the lead, it would take only one mistake to make a difference in this hard-fought win. And it would be Myron claiming his fifth Thunder Jam USVTA title. Will secured a solid second, with newcomer Steele taking third.

Also for some of the most exciting racing of the event, the Jr. VTA class took to the track and absolutely electrified the crowd and racers in attendance. They all exhibited great patience and driver etiquette beyond their years. But it was Orlando Boullard who set an early TQ and held tight in the main to secure his first big race win. Also not to be outdone was young Mya Kinnard, still mixing it up after a great showing at the past Nationals, who laid in from a fifth-place start on the grid to challenge for the lead in the mains. After a few mistakes she had some of the best battles and finished to a standing ovation in a solid fourth.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]

Xtreme Aerodynamics welcome Alberto Picco

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 08:29 AM PST

Xtreme Aerodynamics have announced the signing of Alberto Picco to their team. Alberto has tested and used the Italian bodyshells last year and he will now get full factory support to run the company’s 1/8th scale bodies exclusively for the 2017 season.

Source: Xtreme Aerodynamics [xtremeaerodynamics.com]

JConcepts YZ-2 pre-cut chassis protective sheet

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 08:12 AM PST

Another new YZ-2-specific JConcepts accessorym beside the just announced F2 bodyshell, is a pre-cut chassis protective sheet. Cut to size and a direct fit for Yokomo’s latest 2WD buggy, the decal prevents the chassis bottom from becoming overly scratched or damaged on abrasive surfaces. JC graphics make for a pleasing appearance and included in each package are two full chassis decals and two spare rear skid stickers.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

Bruno Coelho TQs & wins at XRS Italy Rd1

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 07:59 AM PST

The opening round of the XRS Italy was held at the Indoor Racing Chilelli track in Castelnuovo Scrivia. A high traction asphalt surface made for some entertaining racing in the five classes of Touring Modified, Touring 13.5T Pro, Touring 13.5T Stock, Formula and Pan Car. The entries were sold out within hours and in the premier Touring Modified class it was Bruno Coelho (Xray) who took the TQ and win from Xray’s own Martin Hudy and Alessio Menicucci (Xray).

Touring Modified final results:
1. Bruno Coelho – Xray
2. Martin Hudy – Xray
3. Alessio Menicucci – Xray
4. Alessio Mazzeo – Xray
5. Alessandro Brunelli – Xray
6. Alessio Mancini – Xray
7. Federico Milanese – Xray
8. Daniele Ielasi – WRC
9. Francesco Tironi – Infinity
10.Nicola Marrone – Xray

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

JConcepts YZ-2 F2 buggy bodyshell

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 07:36 AM PST

JConcepts’s new F2 bodyshell is soon also available to fit Yokomo’s YZ-2 line of 2WD buggies. The body is a drop fit for the popular Yokomo YZ-2 CA and DT with cut-lines are included on each side of the body to accommodate stand-up and lay-down transmission layouts. Featuring an increased windshield angle a steady force is provided upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes the performance/visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified and JC-chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralise the at-speed handling. The front of the pods have a dual step, scoop treatment which give a first in class look to the F2 body. The rear of the cab has the Finnisher step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also several louver options off the rear which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. The body comes clear, including window masks, decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

WRC STX 017 aluminium lower chassis

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 07:22 AM PST

WRC have introduced a new lower aluminium main chassis plate for the STX 017 touring car kit. Machined from aircraft-grade 7075 aluminium and coming in a bright finish the chassis will increase overall stiffness for improved performance especially in very high bite conditions. Cut outs in the battery and electronics area optimise the flex of the chassis that is of a nearly symmetrical design with a mirrored motor pocket on the right hand side.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

Yokomo YD-2/YD-4 long stroke rear lower arms

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 07:11 AM PST

Yokomo have released a set of long stroke rear lower arms for the YD-2 and YD-4 drift car kits. Designed to increase suspension droop the arms will improve rear end traction and stability while also making for a more realistic on-track drift appearance.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

Schumacher Mi6Evo 1/10th touring car kit

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 07:03 AM PST

Coming from Schumacher is the Mi6Evo electric touring car kit. The car utilises the latest developments from Schumacher’’s international racing and engineering team such as a modified chassis plate with increased cut outs around the suspension mounts for more traction. The shorter span, reduced footprint motor mount gives increased rear chassis flex and rear traction and it allows to brace the rear top deck without connecting it to motor mount for different stiffness tuning. On top of this the motor position moved 3mm inboard to reduce roll while centre line belts make for perfect balance. Other features include a lightweight 5-spoke spool, a lightweight centre pulley, carbon fibre reinforced nylon wishbones reduce weight and increase flexibility and an optional larger spur makes for a more forward motor positioning in modified racing. The kit will hit stores in March.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

FastRace welcome Davide Ongaro

Posted: 30 Jan 2017 06:49 AM PST

FastRace have announced the addition of young Davide Ongaro to their Super GT factory team. Finalist at last year’s Worlds in Vegas, Davide, who recently joined Team Associated, will campaign FastRace’s R-15 for the popular Super-GT class. Both Davide and FastRace are looking forward to the debut at the Italian Nationals in early March.

Source: FastRace [fastraceshop.com]