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Tekin Releases Redline GEN3 1:10 Brushless Motors

Tekin Releases Redline GEN3 1:10 Brushless Motors

The guys at Tekin teased us a bit at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals and gave us a quick glimps of their new motor and now it’s heading to hobby shop shelves. With features like a machined aluminum can, anodized end bell, dual-plug sensor wire harness and high RPM precision bearings you can’t go wrong. […]

ECX Gets Down to $130 With New AMP Models

ECX Gets Down to $130 With New AMP Models

If the number-one consideration for your next RC buy is a low price, then ECX has good news for you: their new AMP models roll out RTR with a 2.4GHz radio system, included 1800mAh battery, AAs for the transmitter and a wall-charger for $129.99. The DB (Desert Buggy) and MT (Monster Truck) flavors are spec’d […]
Hitec X2 AC Pro: A Charger That Solders or a Soldering Iron That Charges?

Hitec X2 AC Pro: A Charger That Solders or a Soldering Iron That Charges?

Answer: It’s a charger, of course. But it can indeed solder as well, and the iron is included. It’s no slouch, either; Hitec claims the 60 watt iron can get as hot as 840°F, which is plenty for any RC need. As for charging, we’re looking at dual outputs and a combined output of up […]

Yamaha YZ250 vs. Mugen MBX-7R [VIDEO]

Yamaha YZ250 vs. Mugen MBX-7R [VIDEO]

This clip has been making the rounds, and the concept sounds awesome–FMX rider and Red Bull Fighter Edgar Torrenteras on his Yamaha YZ 250 versus 2012 IFMAR Champ Robert Battlle and his Mugen MBX-7R! As for the actual action, I’m left wishing the track was bigger so both guys could open up a little more […]

Gotta Get: Firebrand RC Impaler Tire Tool

Gotta Get: Firebrand RC Impaler Tire Tool

Ever tried mounting or removing a hard plastic drift tire? It’s a real party. Firebrand’s new Impaler tool gets the job done with good ol’ mechanical leverage. Just crank the handle until the tire pops on (if you’re mounting it) or the rim pops out (if you’re removing the tire). Works with rubber tires too. […]
HobbyKing introduces Basher SaberTooth Truggy

HobbyKing introduces Basher SaberTooth Truggy

This new truggy from Hobby King comes in RTR form and it’s powered by a large .28 nitro burning engine. Hobby King also fitted this truck with a large 400cc fuel tank for long run times between fill ups. You can learn more by checking out the press release from Hobby King below. From HobbyKing: […]

A Clutch for Electric Cars? TLR Has Them For The 8IGHT-Es

A Clutch for Electric Cars? TLR Has Them For The 8IGHT-Es

Clutches (as in the kind that go on an engine, not a slipper clutch) are required for nitro cars, since there has to be a way for the crankshaft to rotate as the engine idles while the car is stopped. Electric motors simply stop with the car, so there’s no need for a clutch–but a […]
Your Next Pro-Line Purchase Can Help Fight Hunger

Your Next Pro-Line Purchase Can Help Fight Hunger

Next time you score a body, tire, wheel, kit or accessory from Pro-Line, you’ll do more than help yourself to some cool stuff–you’ll help feed hungry kids. Pro-Line has teamed up with World Food Program USA to turn every Pro-Line item you purchase at ProLineRacing.com into a meal for a child who would otherwise go […]

Support “RC 4 a Cure” — Download This Cool PDF Coloring Book!

Support “RC 4 a Cure” — Download This Cool PDF Coloring Book!

RC Car Action is proud to support the good guys and gals at UtahRC and RC_4_A_Cure and their new RC-themed coloring book. 100% of  proceeds through November will be donated to RC_4_A_Cure, which is devoted to cancer awareness. It’s easy to do your part: just CLICK HERE and you can “donate to buy” the PDF book, which […]
Ryan Maifield drove his TLR 22 2.0 from its TQ spot all the way to the winners circle with effortless lines.

Pro-Line Surf City Classic: The Ryans Take Buggy Wins, Phend Takes Stadium Truck

This weekend was the prestigious 2015 Pro-Line Surf City Classic held at OCRC Raceway in Huntington Beach, California. With some of the best factory drivers in attendance, the stakes were already high, but with $250 for first place, $150 for second, and $100 for third in every class except rookie,  a good showing meant more […]
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