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Top 13 of 2013
Another year another 12 magazines and boy does it feel like a lot more! I suppose it actually is by...
Traxxas Updates the 100MPH XO-1
The industry’s original (and so far, only) 100mph RTR has received a styling refresh (the original release had no graphics)...
RC4WD Beefs Up the Vaterra Twin Hammers
The metal-masters at RC4WD have a new option for the Vaterra Twin Hammers that amps up realism and durability in...
Team Associated B5 and B5M – Full Details, Body-Off Shots, and Technical Analysis
After a wild holiday week of speculating over a few teaser images, Team Associated has finally released full details on...
WATCH: Traxxas Invades the Dunes At Glamis
Traxxas’ videos are always known for their high production value and the latest installment is nothing shy of amazing. The...
RC10B5- Team Associated Releases More Details!
While rumors have swirled on the internet for the last 2 months with everything from printing errors in vehicle manuals,...
BIG NEWS – Team Associated Teases New B5 Buggy!
An animated banner near the top of Team Associated’s website appeared this morning, scrolling the vague headline “Making the best...
WATCH: Amazing Gymkhana Action With HPI’s Ken Block Micro RS4
You don’t need to be a Ken Block fan (or even an RC fan for that matter) to appreciate this...
How To Build, Tune, and Maintain Gear Differentials
Gear differentials have been the norm in 1/8-scale cars for quite a while, but it has only been since the...
HPI Revamps the Build-It-Yourself Baja 5B SS
HPI has updated the “SS” kit version of the class-leading Baja 5B 1/5 scale gas-burning buggy for 2014, and the...
Reader’s Ride: Joe Mergel’s Amazing 6X6 Semi
This wild ride comes from Joe Mergel and is featured in the February issue of RC Car Action: Yo, Joe!...
Part 2: Tamiya XV-01 Lancia Delta Integrale Build
Now that we’ve seen what’s in the box, let’s get down to business and start spinning screwdrivers on the Tamiya...
You Are Not a Basher
This is the “Starting Line” from the February issue, which is all about my disdain for the term “basher.” What...
From the February Issue: 2WD Brushless Stadium Truck Shootout
We had a blast comparing the Associated T4.2RS, Arrma Vorteks BLX, Durango DEST210, HPI E-Firestorm Flux, Racers Edge Traverse, and...
New Online Build: Tamiya XV-01 Lancia Delta Integrale
Our next step-by-step build is a Tamiya XV-01, the latest multi-terrain platform from the Japanese giant. I’m building the Lancia...
Flashback: April 1988 – Tamiya Clod Buster
Flashback is a new weekly column on RCCarAction.com so tune in each week and if there’s something you want to...
Over $3,500 in Prizes — Enter The Stormer Truckload Sweepstakes Now!
RC Car Action is pleased to present the Stormer Hobbies Truckload Sweepstakes, which kicks off today and gives you a...
How to properly transport, care for, and store your LiPo batteries
When they first arrived on the scene, LiPo batteries were shrouded in mystery. The technology was new, and the...
New RC Land Speed Record – Nic Case hits 184 MPH!
Faster than a speeding bullet…actually, it IS a speeding bullet! Powered by more brushless and LiPo horsepower than what’s probably...
RC Goes WiFi — Kyosho Announces New Receiver For iOS and Android
We doubt phone-control will replace radio-control for serious RC driving (there’s just no beating a good pistol grip transmitter), but...
Cyber Monday Deals & More–Find the Best Buys Here!
If your in-box isn’t already blowing up with sales and promo info and you want to know where the deals...
Axial Wraith Build–Done!
At last–the Axial Wraith build is wrapping up. Go interior… The interior pieces go together quickly, no surprises. I snipped...
Reader’s Ride: Chris Guit’s Tamiya Sand Scorcher
This week’s Reader’s Ride comes to us from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada and appears in the January issue of RC Car...
LRP America Opens Doors
Congrats to LRP on opening LRP America. LRP is best known in the US for power systems, nitro engines, and...
Axial Wraith Build, Part 4
OK, back at the bench. After skipping ahead to the transmission for Part 3, I’m paging back through the manual...
Airtronics Jumps Into the Speed Control World With New Super Vortex Zero!
Airtronics is no stranger to making speed controls, but the Super Vortex Zero and Sanwa Synchronized Link (SSL) bring more...
Traxxas Brings Titan 550 power to Stampede 4X4
Traxxas popular Stampede 4X4 will soon be available in a brushed version that trims about $120 from the price of...
Horizon Hobby and Troy Lee Designs Announce New Partnership
Hot on the heels of the news surrounding Losi’s new Desert Buggy XL, Horizon Hobby and Troy Lee Designs, two...
Losi’s New Desert Buggy XL: 1/5 Scale 4WD Open-Wheeler
Losi’s latest gas-burner goes for a desert-buggy look, and is built on a unique chassis–it’s not a re-skinned 5IVE-T. The...
Pro-Line Goes Vintage with New ’66 Ford F-100 Shell
We’ve sneak-peeked Pro-Line’s vintage F-100 shell before, now it’s officially released and definitely lookin’ good. The body arrives clear so...
How To Wire Like A Pro!
Turn that rat’s nest into a work of art. Since the day you started in RC, your first cars have...
Helion Invictus Performance Test: August 2013
Thanks for visiting RC Car Action.com, Helion fans. Click on the images below to enlarge and read the Invictus review...
Pro-Line Announces Racing Camp With Ty Tessmann
Don’t delay if you want to be part of Pro-Line’s four-day pro racing camp–only ten driver-and-mechanic teams will be accepted...
Barrel-Roll Jump With Full-Size Truck–Nails the Landing!
It’s not often that you see a full-size truck pull off an RC move, but TORC Pro 4X4 driver Adrian...
Reedy Announces New 4-Pole SC 4X4 Motor: Sonic 544 Mach 2
Short-course 4X4s require a lot of muscle to get around a track quickly, a need Reedy engineers have met with...
Dromida Cars Escape Warehouse, Invade Home
It appears Revell’s new Dromida cars are not merely ready-to-run, but ready to run away. As the video below shows,...
A Main Hobbies Announces Their “MP9 is Mine!” Giveaway!
Kyosho is set to release the MP9 TKI3 ReadySet, a Ready-To-Run version of the buggy that Cody King drove to...
Helion gets wet with pint-sized, pond-ready Lagos Sport
If you’ve been thinking about adding a boat to your RC fleet, Helion is hoping you’ll make it this one:...
EXCLUSIVE: Traxxas preparing new Low-CG chassis for 2WD Slash
Expect an official press release next week, but for now we’ve got the inside scoop on Traxxas’ upcoming Low-CG conversion...
Axial Wraith Online Build, Part 3
Ah…nice to be back at the ol’ bench. Step five finds us adding the finishing bits to the axles… In step...
Team Associated Announces TC6.2 Factory Team
Associated’s top tourer has been refined even further as the TC6.2 Factory Team kit, and features an updated bulkhead, top plate,...
How To: Remove Anodizing From Aluminum Parts
An easy way to change up the look of your vehicle Many RC cars these days are identifiable by their...
Horizon Hobby “Gotta Have It!” Sweepstakes – 30 Days of Prizes!
Starting November 15th, the “Gotta Have It!” Sweepstakes will be awarding a new RC prize every day for 30 days!...
LaTrax Announces New Alias Quad-Copter
RC Car Action puts cars first, of course, but when RC car powerhouse Traxxas takes to the air (in this...
We Got A Situation!
You may recognize this guy as “The Situation” from MTV’s Jersey Shore, but to the guys who hang out at...
Helion Announces Volition, New 2WD Short-Course Truck
You can now add Helion to the roster of brands with a 2WD short-course truck, now that the Volition is set...
Test Bench: Tekin Gen2 Redline 17.5 Brushless Motor
Tekin’s Gen2 Redline series of motors are part of their ongoing update to their motor and speed control line. The Gen2...
January Issue Preview: Team Associated RC10 Classic
Team Associated rocked the RC world back in June when they announced that the 1984 gold-tub RC10 would be returning...
Axial Wraith Online Build Part 2
Right! Let’s get started. Step 1 is usually a good place to begin. Looks pretty easy… Like any good manual,...
Axial Wraith Online Build
As a test bed for Novak’s new do-it-all Crusher power system, I’m building a do-it-all truck: the Axial Wraith. I’ve...
Pro-Line Paddles for 1/16 E-Revo
For the dunes or the beach, paddles are the only way to fly, and Sling Shots are the go-to treads. Pro-Line’s...
Team Durango Reveals New 1/8 EP Competition Buggy: DEX408v2
The only thing this big buggy lacks is a proper name; othewise, it’s loaded. The big-bore shocks are very big...
Video! We drive Axial’s new DEADBOLT
The Deadbolt is the latest addition to the Axial lineup, and is only the second truck to be offered on...
HOT SCOOP: Reedy’s New Racing Speed Control!
File this news item under “Things we knew would happen, just not this soon!” Just one month after Team Associated...
All-American Muscle on Display at 2013 USVTA Southern Nationals!
There are plenty of local races for all vehicle types held across the country, but the Vintage Trans-Am movement is...
Pro-Line Announces New Pro-Spec Shocks
According to Pro-Line, the new Pro-Spec dampers are “the smoothest shocks [the company] has ever made.” They’re billed as “short...
XRAY Announces new 4WD Electric Buggy
It’s an XRAY, so suffice it to say the new XB4 is top-notch all the way in terms of materials...
Go-Pro plus Slow-Mo! Fantastic RC Jumping Video
Natural desert terrain, a big ol’ ramp, and a 4WD buggy combine in this eye-popping video. Hopefully you won’t have...
Turning Heads! Easy driver-figure animation
Kyosho’s Rage VE features a molded-in driver figure with a separate helmet that’s ripe for head-turning action. All it takes...
Fun Size Meets Full Size! RC at the 2013 Lucas Oil Off-Road Expo
The idea for the first radio controlled cars was born of appreciation for full-size vehicles, and the spirit of of...
Kyosho Releases New 50th Anniversary OGIO Duffel Bag
Racers have been using duffel bags typically designed for motocross and snowboard gear for years, because they’re tough enough to...
Latest Gear: Racers Edge PRIME 30amp Power Supply
If you’re hip to our Hot News & New Stuff forum, then you’re already aware of the latest addition to...
Latest Traxxas video: E-Revo vs. Revo 3.3, watch it here!
Ever wanted to see an E-Revo go head to head with the nitro-burning Revo 3.3? Now’s your chance–Traxxas’ newest video...
How To: Boost the Strength of Plastic Parts
Many of the plastic parts that make up RC vehicles, especially suspension parts, are made of nylon or a plastic...
Hot Racing news: 2014 ROAR Nationals Schedule and Reedy Race Invitational List Announced
Hot on the heels of the the IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships that finished on Sunday came two big announcements...
EXCLUSIVE: IFMAR Worlds Awards Banquet Video and Photo Gallery!
After six grueling days of racing action in order to crown two new IFMAR Electric Off Road World Champions, Kyosho’s...
HPI Announces New Looks for Sprint 2 RTRs
HPI has announced three new versions of its popular Sprint 2 RTR platform. The Sport model is now available with...
New Video! Losi 5IVE-T Roller review teaser
Losi’s new 5IVE-T Roller gets the full Performance Test treatment in our December issue, complete with Bartolone engine and pipe....
First Look! Racers Edge Pro4 Enduro
Unless you’re actually at iHobby and standing in booth 1215, this is the closest look you’re going to get at...
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Spektrum brings electronic stability control to RC–WE DRIVE IT
In full-size cars, electronic stability systems are common, with names like ESP (electronic stability program), DSC (dynamic stability control), and...
Vaterra announces Hälix 4X4 brushless monster truck with AVC electronic stability system–WE DRIVE IT!
Vaterra’s ever-growing line of models now includes a 4X4 monster truck, the aggressively styleed and well-equipped Hälix. Ready-to-run and brushless-powered, the...
Losi announces TEN Rally-X 4WD rally car with AVC electronic stability system–WE DRIVE IT FIRST
One of two new Horizon Hobby vehicles to debut with the Active Vehicle Control (AVC), the TEN Rally-X is Losi’s...
New & Hot: Speed Passion LM-1, SC10 Pro Comp, MIP Pro4mance Links, More!
Lots of new gear hitting stores soon, and as always, you’ll see it first in our Hot News &...
TESTED: ZAP-RT Rubber Toughened CA
Tire glues have traditionally been “thin” cyanoacrylates (CAs) that rely on their water-like consistency to wick between tire and rim...
Team Associated’s Steven Hartson Crowned IFMAR 4WD World Champion
When Team Associated driver and Southern California native Steven Hartson crossed the finish line in A3 for the 4WD segment...
Yokomo’s Naoto Matsukura Wins A2 to Force Final Round at 4WD IFMAR Worlds
With the top two finishers from A1 struggling to get through traffic after a rough start to the race, three-time...
IFMAR Worlds Stunner – Steven Hartson wins 4WD A1!
A crazy and crash-filled A1 final at the IFMAR 4WD World Championships ended with a shock, as Team Associated driver...
Team Durango’s Joern Neumann TQs 4WD, Will Start First in IFMAR World Championship Finals
The bleachers were full of spectators, the parking lot was packed with food trucks, the bounce house and inflatable slide...
IFMAR Worlds Video Update: Drivers Talk 4WD Practice
Compared to the 2WD practice day on Monday, the 4WD practice day on Friday was a piece of cake –...
TLR 22-4, Hot Bodies D413, Tekin RSX Make IFMAR Worlds Debut
What better time to announce details of a new product than during a world championship event when media and consumer...
Blast from the past! 1985 IFMAR 4WD World Championships Final
With a thrilling victory in the third A-Main over Jay Halsey and Chris Allec, Gil Losi Jr. wins the IFMAR...
How to Fix Tires at the Track
Don’t come unglued If you race off-road, eventually you’ll have a tire start to separate from the rim. This will...
DHK Brings the Bang-For-The-Buck with the 4X4 Hunter SCT–We Drive It First!
DHK’s wide lineup of models includes buggies, monster trucks, and stadium trucks, but until now, no short-course models. The Hunter...
Jared Tebo is the New 2WD IFMAR World Champion!
After the rain on Tuesday night caused the cancellation of the fifth round of qualifying and put the 2WD main...
Sixty Second Small Talk, Part Two – Another Dozen One-Minute Interviews with the World’s Best
We had so much fun with our first 60 Second Small Talk interviews yesterday that we put together another batch!...
New Dromida brand launches with 1/18 scale RTRs
The new Dromida (pronounced like “Andromeda” minus the “an”) lineup of 1/18 scale RTRs look like pretty solid examples of...
Ryan Cavalieri Wins Round Four at IFMAR Worlds; Mother Nature Has Other Plans
The final round on Tuesday evening could’ve potentially given us more insight than any other round as to who the...
Tebo Back on Top in Round Three of the IFMAR Worlds
Unlike most big races that use two out of four qualifying rounds to determine the lineup for the main events,...
The British are coming! Lee Martin Wins Round Two at the 2013 IFMAR Worlds
Throughout practice and into the first round of qualifying action it looked as though the American drivers had an advantage...
Jared Tebo TQs Opening Round of 2WD at IFMAR Worlds
After a final practice round this morning the first qualifying heats of the week finally hit the track. Because of...
IFMAR Worlds Video Update: 2WD Practice Report, Drivers Sound Off
After a few more agonizing hours of track maintenance to return the Silver Dollar RC Raceway course to its pristine...
Track Walk – One Lap Around the IFMAR 2WD World Championship Track Layout
Every section of the Silver Dollar R/C Raceway track layout for the 2WD portion of the IFMAR World Championships is...
2013 Tekin Vintage Off-Road Nats Gallery!
Last weekend kicked off the 6th annual Vintage Offroad Nationals brought to you by Tekin. The “Vonats” is a vintage...
Greg Graves’ Traxxas Revo
Greg found this Traxxas Revo on eBay in need of a little loving care and it was soon restored back...
Have YOU entered the HRP Sweepstakes? You could win $4000 in RC gear!
HRP Distribution has teamed up with RC Car Action to bring you the most massive giveaway in HRP history. Enter...
Over 100 Photos! IFMAR Off-Road Electric Worlds Opening Ceremonies
The first day of the IFMAR World Championships consisted of the introduction of the team drivers for each nation, with...
From The Archives: February 1987 – Blackfoot, Kyosho Turbo Optima, more…
In addition to showcasing the rad fashions of the day via Chris Chianelli and friends, the February ’87 issue marked...
War of the Worlds! 2013 IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships Preview
When the opening ceremonies for the 2013 IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds begin at 4:00 PM on Sunday afternoon at A...
Old-school stunner: PROTOform’s new ’71 Firebird Trans Am
The original touring car boom of the 90s was fueled by an assortment of body and wheel combination that emphasized...
Exclusive Coverage + Video: 2013 ROAR On-Road Fuel Nats
Radio Operated Auto Racing, or ROAR, holds Nationals events for a variety of classes every year to determine who is...
Moving On – The Reedy Race of Champions Heads Across Town
The RC racing world was shocked to learn that West Coast RC Raceway, host of last year’s ROAR Electric Off-Road...
It’s here! Kyosho Announces National Championship-Winning RT6 Stadium Truck
Short course truck racing hit the RC scene so quickly that it shook up many of the other electric off-road...
New Tamiya kits: Egress re-release, LaFerrari, Porsche 911 RSR, more…
TAMIYA EGRESS RE-RELEASE The Egress is back! Tamiya’s follow-up to the Avante featured improved durability with reduced complexity and a...
$4000 IN PRIZES! Enter the HRP Sweepstakes NOW!
HRP Distribution has teamed up with RC Car Action to bring you the most massive giveaway in HRP history. Enter...
How To Remove Tires and Re-Use Rims
No one likes to throw away perfectly good stuff, especially when it’s RC parts. But when it comes to worn-out...
A Tale of Two Tracks: The 2013 Futaba Electric Challenge
This year’s Futaba Electric Challenge, held at Leisure Hours RC Raceway in Joliet, IL, took advantage of the facility’s massive...
Jorge Valenzuela’s Axial SCX10 Dingo
In addition to the pixels you’re eyeballing right now, you’ll find Jorge’s SCX10 Dingo in the Readers’ Rides section of...
Serpent 2WD Buggy Sneak Peek, Kyosho & XRAY Announce New Models
Buggy, truggy, competition, RTR–this gang of new releases runs the gamut. Plus we have the scoop on Serpent’s upcoming two-wheel...
James Knight’s Incredible 1/10 Beach Buggy with 3D-Printed Parts
This outstanding machine is the work of James Knight (you can find him on Facebook as Knight Customs), and we’ve...
NEW VIDEO: Project Traxxas Rally
The October issue of RC Car Action features our Mamba Monster-powered Traxxas Rally build–see it in action now!
PROTOform “Better Edge” body finishing tools
You’ve no doubt seen sanding drums and sanding blocks before, but have you ever seen them so perfectly made for...
Serpent goes RTR with race-spec, Novarossi-powered 1/8 buggy
Serpent built its considerable reputation on cutting-edge competition nitro kits for on-road racers, but is now showing off its chops...
First Look: Kyosho Rage VE
The Kyosho Rage VE is next in line for review in RC Car Action magazine. Before it goes under the...
Online Coverage Of The 2013 Hobby Haven Off-Road Shootout
Over the Labor Day Weekend I went back to Urbandale, IA for the 2013 Hobby Haven Off-Road Shootout. This is...
Yokomo announces B-MAX4 III, new 4WD buggy to arrive late October
Yokomo has further refined its B-MAX4 buggy with this latest version, the B-MAX4 III. The new buggy is built on...
Sidewinder Nitro Explosion: Drake and Moller win big for TLR and Kyosho [VIDEO]
Labor day weekend is always a holiday of relaxation when families often take their last trips and vacations of summer,...
How To Glue Tires Like A Pro
Before your car or truck’s tires stand any chance of holding the road, track, or trail, they must first have...
EXCLUSIVE- Pro-Line Pro-2 Kit [Video]
Pro-Line Racing recently debuted the first kit in the companies famed 30 years in business. So when we got our...
A-Main offers free IFMAR Worlds posters to RC Car Action readers
Do you want this IFMAR Worlds poster for your bedroom, workshop, office (or living room, if you can convince the...
PIT TIP: Stash Spare Clips With Your TX
Bend a piece of scrap lexan or plastic packaging to shape as shown, and attach it to the back of...
ZAP hopes to change the way you glue tires
Tire glues have traditionally been “thin” cyanoacrylates (CAs) that rely on their water-like consistency to wick between tire and rim...
Hobby People announces Activator-EZ “one touch” LiPo/NiMH charger
There are lots of easy-to-use charger options available, but they’re usually for NiMH OR LiPo packs–not both. Hobby People’s new...
Reader’s Ride: Judd Stauber’s Traxxas Stampede
More like “Rally Stampede!’ This highly-modified machine is totally unique and looks ready to get wild in the woods. Wondering...
Video: The Best Backyard RC Track In Australia
This video features one of the most amazing backyard tracks we’ve ever seen, from the covered pits complete with lounge...
Hank Mefford wins! Are you next?
Hank won our random drawing for a Pro-Line hat–make that two hats, it just wouldn’t be right not to send...
Busted! Vaterra takes the law into its hands with “Swift Justice” Camaro
Now that’s a cop car. Vaterra’s Swift Justice 2012 CHP Camaro LZ1 is built on the excellent V100 platform, which...
Flashback Friday: World’s Wildest T-Maxxes – November 2000
When the Traxxas T-Maxx debuted in 2000, it was the beginning of a huge boom for monster trucks and nitro...
Tech Tip – How To Set Gear Mesh [VIDEO]
Ever been out at the park or up on the drivers stand and realize your gear mesh is set wrong?...
Reader’s Ride: Jammy Weaver’s Axial SCX-10 Trail Honcho
The Axial SCX-10 is the go-to machine for scale 4X4 fun, and Jammy’s Honcho is definitely lookin’ real in this...
Pro-Line to release Pro-2, first-ever complete truck kit
Pro-Line has grown to become one of RC’s most prominent accessorey manufacturers with products for nearly every popular RC make...
Latest Pro-Line gear: EVO SC & Bulldog Gen 3 bodies, Rock Rage & Blockade SC tires, more…
Pro-Line has a whole gang of new releases hitting stores, including the EVO SC short-course body, Bulldog Gen 3 body...
2013 RC Car Action: Readers’ Choice Awards – Winners
Like Ron Burgundy, we editors and authors of Radio Control Car Action like to think we’re “kind of a big...
MIP Precision for Power Drivers
If you’ve invested in a powered driver to speed up your RC assembly and maintenance sessions, good news: the top-quality,...
Tekno RC Announces EB48.2
No one saw it coming when Tekno RC, then best-known for making electric conversions for most popular nitro vehicles, released...
Make-It Monday: Easy DIY Tool Stand
A few holes drilled in a piece of 2X4 are all you need to make a quick-and-dirty stand for your...
EASY CONTEST! Share Your Pics, Win A Pro-Line Hat!
Well, maybe you’ll win–we’ll pick a winner at random each Friday through the rest of August. To enter, all you...
RED HOT! Vaterra Glamis Fear Sand Rail
Vaterra’s beautiful Glamis Uno is now joined by another sand-slinging buggy, the Glamis Fear. Full details from Vaterra are below,...
Sneak Peek: New Tamiya Models Coming Soon – Zakspeed Turbo Capri, TRF Pro Chassis, More
Lots of interesting new stuff on the way from Tamiya, courtesy of the Coming Soon section at Tamiya.com. The M-chassis...
What Does It Take To Win? We Interview This Year’s National Champions
After four intense qualifying rounds the main events for the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals pit the top ten qualifiers in...
Make-It Monday: Small-Parts Painting Stand
Small detail parts can be blown away by the force of a spray can, or may become stuck to the...
ROAR Off-Road Nats: Tebo, Maifield, Tessman and Phend Score Titles for Kyosho, Associated, Hot Bodies, and TLR
After all of the practice and qualifying rounds it looked as though the order for all four Modified classes were...
The Sights and Sounds of Saturday at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals!
With the overall starting grid yet to be decided heading into the final rounds of qualifying yesterday the on-track action...
The A-Main Grids Are Set at the ROAR National Championships!
The third round Saturday morning was wild, with big upsets coming in the three classes that were dominated on Friday...
Upsets galore in the third round! New faces at the top of the ROAR Nationals
Three of the four elite classes at this year’s ROAR Nationals were swept on Friday, with Dakotah Phend cleaning up...
Day One Interviews with the Fastest Racers at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals
Before everyone headed out for dinner and a good night’s sleep following Friday’s opening qualifying rounds we caught up with...
ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals – Second Round Results and Gallery
After getting the first round jitters out of the way all racers were in full battle mode for the second...
ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals – First Round Results
After two days of practice and yesterday’s final seeding round, the first qualifying heats kicked off on the sugared Silver...
EXCLUSIVE! Traxxas Telluride First-Drive Video!
The Traxxas Telluride is built for go-anywhere, do-anything fun and brings Traxxas’ proven Stampede 4X4 technology to an even...
ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals–Trackside Coverage All Weekend!
This weekend, the fastest electric off-road racers in North America will head to the Northern California town of Chico for...
TLR Announces 22 2.0, Associated goes mid-motor with Centro C4.2
Big shake-ups are on the way in 1/10 buggy racing as RC’s biggest rivals, Associated and Losi (make that Team...
Pro-Line: “Name This Tire!”
We don’t usually consider manufacturer promotions to be news-worthy, but this one seems like a lot of fun. Pro-Line has...
Novak announces multi-mode Crusher power system
“The Crusher was born out of the need to fill the gap of a single multi-functional speed control that could...
Available Now! Helicopter Aerobatics Made Easy DVD
This high-definition, one-hour DVD tells you everything you need to know to become a hotshot aerobatic pilot! World helicopter champion...
30-Second phone stand with RC flavor!
Do you have a spare shock tower, two screws, and about two inches of fuel tubing? Presto–instant phone stand. To...
Horizon Hobby picks up full-scale racing phenom Mitchell DeJong
Horizon Hobby has officially announced of their partnership with red-hot racer Mitchell DeJong (pronounced “de-young”). With TLR, Losi, Vaterra, and...
Kyosho stuns with wild-styled RageVE
“Oh yeah, I totally saw that coming,” is what exactly no one will be saying about the RageVE, the latest...
When Electronics Attack
I’m beyond spoiled to have a comfortable indoor track within a 30-minute drive from my house, and the local RC...
Cut, Trim, Sand, and Buff – Dremeling Basics
Choosing and using a rotary tool There was a time when I did not own a rotary tool. I had...
Hot Product: Pro-Line Big Joe II “Traxxas Bead” Tires…and more
Pro-Line’s Big Joe tread is a former Readers’ Choice Awards “Best Tire” winner, and the extra-gnarly design looks exceptionally tough–especially...
Test Bench: Speed Passion Reventon Stock Club Race ESC
Over the last couple of years stock racing has undergone many changes as today’s brushless motors and speed controls have...
What’s Your Desert-Island Car?
You’re marooned on a desert island and can have only one RC car, truck, motorcycle (or ?) to drive until...
Readers’s Ride of the Week: Bert Jones’ Traxxas Slash
Great shot from Facebook fan Bert Jones! Perfect composition, it’s in focus, and that late-afternoon sun looks killer. As for...
Monday Video Pick: Slash 4X4 Crandon Adventure
Every Monday, we select a new video to kick off your week. This time it’s Traxxas with the top clip,...
Associated adds Monster Energy & Toyota styles to SC10 2WD and 4X4 RTR lineup
Associated’s popular SC10RS and SC104X4 RTR trucks have new looks with Monster Energy and Toyota-themed shells, as seen here. The...
Test Bench: Racers Edge SC RaceCase In Team Associated Trim
When short course trucks exploded on the scene a few years ago, there were very few options available to transport...
Seventh Annual Futaba Nitro Challenge Results!
Racers love competing for hardware, but most trophies get stuck on a shelf and forgotten after just a few weeks....
Adam Drake And Dakotah Phend Limited Edition Losi Mini 8IGHT
Losi is no stranger to the world of off-road minis – it was their 1/18-scale replica of the XXX-T called...
Amazing FPV RC Buggy Chase on RC Track [Video Of The Week]
The video of this week is just way to sweeeet! Check out this aerial video from a FPV of two...
Pit Tip: Bottom Out
I paint some Liquid Paper on the bottom of my short course chassis before I run my truck. This allows...
Readers’ Ride Of The Week: Axial Wraith
Ian Roberts’ Axial Wraith is equipped with a Holmes Hobbies motor and Solar Servo custom tie rods. He removed the...
Total Domination by Team Associated at Hot Rod Hobbies Shootout – Watch the A-Mains here!
It is always an amazing experience to attend a major RC race and watch some of the best drivers in...
Team Associated Sweep at Hot Rod Hobbies Shootout – Tessmann, Cavalieri and Maifield finish on top
It was definitely a hot one at this year’s Hot Rod Hobbies Shootout; not just the above-average temperatures but the...
Maifield, Cavalieri, and Tessman TQ as Hot Rod Hobbies Shootout readies for A-Mains
Situated at the northern edge of Los Angeles County, the city of Santa Clarita is best known as the location...
Gotta-See-It-to-Believe-it Precision Drifting
Now this is some incredible drifting action. It’s hard enough to drive with millimeter precision in a car with traction....
New Video! Mud-slinging 6X6-tracked Semi Truck
Earlier this spring, well-known YouTube user and RC filmmaker ‘djmedic2008’ took full advantage of the warming spring time, and the...
Test Bench: Muchmore Racing LED Folding Pit Light
Whether you are seated in the pits at your favorite local RC track, or back at home at your workbench,...
6 Easy Fixes for when you forget to mark body post holes
Imagine that you just finished laying down a cool paint job or you just received a custom painted shell from...
Ray’s Deluxe HiLux, Plus more Readers’ Rides from the September issue!
Ralph Ray of Austin, TX built a real scale beauty with his RCModelex.com Hilux Double Cab kit. This ride features...
Easy DIY Car Rack, Plus more tips from the latest issue!
Here’s a car rack that’s easy on the eyes and the budget. All you need is 48 x 8″ pre-finished...
What is the best-looking RC car of ALL TIME?
From the futuristic styling of RC’s “first wave” in the 1980s to the cab-forward look of today’s race trucks and...
New Products From FTW, KO PROPO, Great Planes, Vampire Racing, And Avid [July 15]
FTW helps you get on the track faster with their new RAW scheme pre-painted 1/8 buggy bodies. Four color options...
HPI RTR Justin Pawlak Falken Tire Ford Mustang Micro RS4
Last week, HPI Racing announced the return of the Micro RS4 decked out in a replica Ken Block GRC Fiesta...
Kyosho Plazma Toyota TS020 1/12 Kit
Kyosho has exciting news for all you 1/12 racers. The new Plazma Toyota TS020 comes as a kit and been...
Video of the Week: High-Flying Jump Action
Lots of high-jumping hangtime in this video as a Traxxas Stampede 4X4 and Slash bomb off cliffs, air out on...
The Micro RS4 is back! New HPI Ken Block GRC Fiesta
Mini and micro RC enthusiasts who were around in the early 2000s will undoubtedly remember HPI’s Micro RS4 – with...
Team Associated SC10RS RTR Updated With Lucas Slick Mist Body
Team Associated’s popular RTR SC10RS is now available in a replica body modeled after Robby Woods full scale truck he...
New Products From MIP, RDRP, Gear Head, And Muchmore [July 10]
MIP continues to develop more aftermarket products for the TLR / Losi SCTE 4WD short course truck. Their Pro4mance 5-40...
Question Of The Week: What’s Next for RC?
Brushless motors, LiPo batteries, and 2.4Ghz radio systems are innovations that have dramatically shaped radio control. What do you think...
Reader’s Ride of the Week: Brian’s Big FG Buggy
This patriotic machine belongs to Brian Quintanilla and comes to us from Lake Tahoe, CA. According to wife Terri, who...
Best radio range ever! NASA drives RC from space
And you were impressed when you drove your car all the way to the end of the neighborhood! NASA has...
Cavalieri, Hartson and Olson Score Associated Top Gun Shootout Wins–Watch the A-Mains here!
The mains have been ran, the dust has settled and winners have emerged to collect their cash payouts. The final day...
Savox 540 Sensored Brushless Motors
These new 540 motors from Savox are rebuildable and are optimized for 1s and 2S LiPo packs. Motor winds range...
Hitec X1-200 Touch Screen Charger
Hitec releases another touch screen charger today called the X1-200. Unlike their previous touch screen charger called the X1-Touch, this...
4th of July RC Weekend Winner!
Congrats to Ryan Caudle, he’s our RC WEEKEND 4th OF JULY EDITION contest winner! Ryan, you just scored the Pro-Line...
New Products From Team Associated, Schumacher, And Muchmore [July 8]
Team Associated has released a new set of rear 12mm hex adapters for the B44 line of vehicles. These hexes...
Readers’ Ride of The Week: XXXL Savage Baja 1/5 Scale
Check out this XXXL Savage Baja 1/5 scale that…let’s just call him RC James submitted to us for this week’s...
2nd Annual Team Associated Top Gun Shootout – Saturday Qualifying
Do you have the need…for speed? You’re not the only one as racers once again brought the dogfight to Fightertown...
New Products From JConcepts, RPM, RDRP, And Tekno RC [July 5]
JConcepts has released a few more products to be used with the Team Associated SC10. 1st up is a body...
How To: Get the most out of your brushless motor!
How to understand brushless timing Brushless motors have completely taken over racing, and pretty much everyone has switched to brushless....
When RC Meets Exercise: Czech RC Rally Racing
It’s no accident that Europeans are often thinner than Americans for two reasons: smaller portions and more activity. After all,...
Where does your loyalty lie?
While at Petco Park for a Padres game last week, I had a moment of clarity in between bouts of...
RC WEEKEND CONTEST – 4TH OF JULY EDITION
Share photos of all the RC fun you’re having this weekend, and you could win a custom-painted Pro-line body! Post...
50% Off Fourth of July Sale at AirAgeStore.com
Our big 4th of July sale at AirAgeStore.com kicks off tonight at 11:59pm ET and runs until July 7, so...
Castle Creations CC BEC PRO
There are certain situations that demand added power when running monster trucks and electric 1/8 scale vehicles that use high-voltage...
Muchmore Releases New Fleta ZX Brushless Motors
Muchmore has joined the competitive brushless motor market with their new Fleta ZX lineup. These motors can be used for...
Duratrax Releases New Dinero, Score And Barz 1/8 Buggy Tires
Duratrax continues to expand their 1/8 buggy tire product line with three new tread patterns. 1st up is the Dinero...
Episode 216 of the Radio Control Show featuring the HPI Baja 5B Flux!
Episode 216 of the Radio Control is highlighted by Aaron Waldron’s test drive with HPI Racing’s most radical 1/5-scale yet!...
EXCLUSIVE! New LaTrax Rally, We Drive It!
LaTrax is new on the scene, but since it’s “powered by Traxxas,” the brand already has plenty of cred. The...
Pro-Line’s Tricked-Out Twin Hammers
We shared photos of Pro-Line’s fully customized Vaterra Twin Hammers during our RCX coverage, and were left wanting more. You...
Readers’ Ride Of The Week: Scale Jeep With Handmade Enclosed Trailer
We see some pretty sweet custom rigs sent to us for Readers’ Rides, check out this one created by Mitch...
The Radio Control Show 217: Latest from TLR, Shock Tech Tip, Night Flying, more!
In this Week’s Radio Control Show, we hit the track with the TLR Ten-SCTE 2.0, Erich Reichert has a tip...
Almost done…Tamiya TXT-2 Agrios Part 3
With the chassis side plates completed in part two, it’s time to install the transmission and assemble the axles. The transmission...
How It’s Made – Inside Team Orion’s brushless motor production plant!
Anyone who has driven an electric RC car in the last ten years has a lot to be thankful for...
Tip Of The Week: Easy Wheel Balancer
Make a quick and easy wheel balancer out of a worn-out wheel hub and axle, and then add a set...
A Main Hobbies’ ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals Video
A Main Hobbies’ latest highlight video comes straight from Gulf Coast Raceway in Porter, TX, site of the ROAR Fuel...
Preview: Latest Tamiya Models–MB GT3, Vintage Novafox, More!
Tamiya just announced a gang of upcoming new models, which you’ll be seeing in RCCA as soon as we can...
How To Solder–in the August issue, on sale now!
Radio Control Car Action brings you helpful How-To articles in every issue. In the August issue, we cover the essential...
Video Of The Week: Shortcuts RC Cars Offroad
Check out this week’s, Video Of The Week created by YouTube user Lopifly. This video has a great mix of...
Test Bench: Avid SC10 Accessories
For many years Avid was best known for their high quality, yet affordable RC bearings, especially their popular Revolution series. ...
Traxxas announces new 5-amp NiMH charger
Traxxas just added a new charger to the EZ-Peak line, a 5-amp model that’ll juice up just about any NiCd...
RC Weekend WINNER Dave Hun!
Congrats to Dave Hun of Beverly Hills CA for taking the win in this weekend’s RC WEEKEND contest! This...
HPI Baja 5B Flux – The Radio Control Show Episode 216]
In this week’s episode of the Radio Control Show, Erich Reichert shows you a quick and easy way to build...
New Pro-Line gear: ’66 F-150, Rat Rod for monsters, Trencher pre-mounts, more
Some of this new gear 1st debuted at RCX like the Rat Rod clear body for monster trucks and 1966...
Novak announces Vintage Trans-Am spec motor
Novak has been a big supporter of the U.S. Vintage Trans-Am R/C Racing Series and they even developed a special...
2013 ROAR Nationals Sideshow – Denver Houghton Eats Huge Beetle
At last weekend’s ROAR Nationals in Porter, TX there was one particular event in the pit area that drew nearly...
How To: Tune a Nitro Engine – Carb Tech Secrets Revealed!
By far the steepest learning curve for a nitro rookie is learning how to tune a carburetor. It can be...
The bitter disappointment of losing
Last night I performed the RC version of a soccer player’s greatest acting gig: flopping and writhing in pain in...
Viper R/C Solutions VTX8 Action Shots [Video]
This video of the Viper R/C VTX8 is pretty sweet. Mixed with action shots from an on-board camera and footage...
New JConcepts Silencer shell for D812
JConcepts has expanded its Silencer body styling to the Hot Bodies D812 nitro buggy. The most noticeable feature of this...
Boca Bearing at RCX
RC Car Action‘s Aaron Waldron interviews Tommy Boothe from Boca Bearing to talk about the different products that Boca offers...
Video Of The Week: 2013 Best GTR Skyline RC Drift Cars Remix
This was the awesome NitroRCX.com & Hobbypartz.com sponsored 1/10th scaled drift track set up and hosted by Harris, Team Dori...
New Products from Tekno RC, RC4WD, Team Associated, Serpent and RPM [June 17]
Tekno RC continues to expand its line of option parts for their 1/8 vehicles. They recently released a new rear...
Pit Tips: Dipped Grips [August Teaser]
Plasti Dip is a great way to personalize your wrenches so they don’t get mistaken for someone else’s at the...
Readers’ Ride: Team Associated Apex [August Teaser]
From the looks of it, Ernest is a big Trans AM Racing fan. He spec’d up his Apex Touring...
RC Weekend Winner: Nathan Marco!
Congrats to Facebook fan Nathan Marco for taking home the RC Weekend win with this trail-blazing shot, which definitely has...
How To: Spend Wisely! Eleven Tools Totally Worth the Money
The RC car industry is full of innovative products—many of which are geared toward wrenching-oriented tasks. Over the years, many...
ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nats: Drake Takes Buggy, Tessman Tops in Truck
Nitro off-road racers wait all year to race in the Nationals. They spent five days at the track for less...
Back at the bench! Tamiya TXT-2 Agrios build
It’s been much longer between build sessions than I hoped for, but I’m finally back in the shop and twirling...
2013 ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals – Fourth Round and Overall Qualifying Results
Two new names topped the final round of qualifying at this year’s ROAR Nationals; one continued a streak (four different...
2013 ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals – Third Round Results
The third round of any nitro off-road race is the most important. Unless you locked in two solid rounds on...
2013 ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals – Second Round Results
The ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals uses a driver’s two best rounds, determined by assigning points per position, to seed the...
2013 ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals – First Round Results
Ty Tessman kicked off his double title defense with a strong statement in the first round of Truck qualifying by...
2013 ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals from Porter, Texas!
The ROAR Fuel Off-Road National Championships are under way! Held at Gulf Coast R/C Raceway in Porter, TX in conjunction...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 215]
The most exciting part of the annual RCX Awards Show banquet is the announcement of the Editors’ Choice Award winners,...
RC WEEKEND! Share your photos to WIN!
Well, you might win–no promises! But for sure, someone will win, and it could be YOU! We want to see what...
Readers’ Ride Of The Week: Tamiya Porsche Build
Check out Alec Munro’s Tamiya Tamtech 1/12 kit of the Martini Racing Porsche 935. Alec has upgraded the motor for...
Taking stock of a night of stock racing
Last night’s club race at SDRC in San Diego, CA was one of the most frantic and fun nights at...
Waitin’ for Summer [Video]
The good guys at VRCP put together this video for a recent bash session they had. Pretty sweet video, along...
Video Of The Week: Traxxas XO-1 Run And Drift!
Check out the video of the week created by YouTube user, DarkDragonWing. “1/7 scale Traxxas XO-1 with 6s lipo batteries...
Ty Tessman Sweeps IFMAR Pre-Worlds
After all the sugar and dust had settled, Ty Tessman took home the win in both the 2WD and 4WD...
New Products: HobbyKing TrackStar Work Mat, Hy-Traction Juice Tire Compound, And JConcepts Kyosho RB6 Carbon Fiber Option Parts [June 11]
Keeping your work area clean and organized makes any RC project much easier in the long run. HobbyKing’s new soft...
Hitec Releases New Servos Powered By Neu Castle Brushless Motors
Hitec has released two new lines of servos that are powered by Neu Castle’s ultra-efficent brushless motors which is a...
RC Weekend Winner: Daniel Denato!
Every weekend, you’ve got a chance to win stuff from RC Car Action–all you have to do is share photos...
Tekin announces T8i indoor-specific brushless motor
Tekin has officially released their new Redline T8i (indoor) brushless motor for large scale vehicles. What makes this motor unique...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 214]
In this week’s episode of the Radio Control Show, you’ll get a chance to go inside the ultimate RC expo...
Duratrax’s New Nitro Camaro ZL1
Just in time for Summer, Duratrax has released a new on-road RTR Camaro ZL1 that is perfect for folks looking...
IFMAR Pre-Worlds Qualifying Day 2: Cavalieri “fantastic” in 2WD, Tessmann “most consistent” in 4WD
Qualifying has completed for the World’s warm-up race now. Drivers have switched to mid motor setups due to the increased...
IFMAR Pre-Worlds Qualifying Day 1 Update
The world’s best 2WD and 4WD Modified drivers are competing this weekend in Chico, California at the World’s warm-up race. ...
Seen at the scene – Kyosho’s prototype RT6 stadium truck!
Of the several big stories shaping up as the IFMAR 1/10-Scale Off-Road Worlds Warm-Up gets underway at A Main Hobbies’...
Adjust Your Car’s Setup Like A Pro
When you are adjusting your car’s suspension, camber, toe, etc. a flat working surface is key. Sometimes you will see...
How To: Slash 4×4 Low-CG Conversion
Words by Devon Stewart Low center of gravity, high-performance handling Low center of gravity = tougher to top over. That...
How To: Clean and maintain your brushless motor
Eleven steps for best performance One of the benefits of brushless motors is that they require very little maintenance, but...
The excitement of RCX
The 2013 RCX show, AirAge Media’s eleventh annual, was a first for me personally. While I’ve attended all but a...
RC Car Action honors Roger Curtis with RC Hall of Fame Induction
FOUNDED IN 2006 with the introduction of its first two members, the RC Hall of Fame is the radio-controlled version...
Building A Legendary Beachcomber – Li’l Orange [July]
Words & Photos by Norm Zondervan For Many 4X4 fans, off-roading is all about Jeeps. I’ve always been wanted to...
Project: Racer Slash 4×4
Words and Photos Drew Trudeau There is a moment everyone has at the track when they realize that running a...
Castle Creations CC Blower
Words and Photos Drew Trudeau Bumping up your RC vehicles power system to brushless puts you in the driver’s seat...
RCXclusive! Associated Brings Back the Original RC10
You saw the teaser ads in RC Car Action, now the truth can be told: Associated is bringing back the...
JConcepts SC10B wheels & tires [RCX Product News]
JConcepts brought you the 1st aftermarket body for the SC10B and now they have released the first front tire and...
Tekno announces NB48 Nitro Buggy [RCX Product News]
Tekno RC has been producing aftermarket products for a while now, but just recently they started to offer complete vehicle...
RCX Readers’ Ride: Jennifer Catano’s KITT
This mind-blowing KITT replica was on display at RCX and could easily be mistaken for an actual screen-used vehicle (From Knight...
Traxxas XO-1 Winner Announced [RCX]
Richard Hernandez is one happy winner of the Traxxas XO-1. He invited his friends to friends@rcx.com and won one, fast car. He...
RCX on TV with “Out & About With Roger Martin”
RCX was the buzz of Long Beach’s local news as “Out and About With Roger Martin” featured the Ultimate Radio...
Futaba Telemetry Radio
Futaba’s popular 4PL radio has now been updated with a telemetry system. This system will allow you to monitor your...
Hobby People Super Store
The Hobby People store at RCX was packed with great deals on the latest RC gear, and there are always...
RCX: Saturday’s Photo Gallery
RCX has always been known in the RC industry as one of the best expos on the planet. Everywhere you...
Boat Pond Action at RCX
Beautiful weather, a scenic pond, and fast boats have made the RCX boat pond a popular attraction. We’ll have more...
On the Scene at RCX [video]
Here is the scene on Saturday afternoon from RCX. As you can see the crowds have settled in and the...
RCX Drifting Action
The NitroRCX drifting course has drawn a huge crowd all morning, with impeccably detailed touring cars expertly navigating the tight...
Artoo at RCX!
A gang Artoo units of have been making laps through the aisles at RCX, turning heads and taking photo ops...
Horizon Hobby Fly Cage
One of the more active booths here at RCX is the Horizon Hobby booth. They have a number of airplane...
Hobby King on Location
HobbyKing is in the house! The guys drove this RV all the way from Joe Nall in South Carolina!
Xflight has you covered
At the Xflight booth with Stephen and Mark Massel. Their fixed wing flight stabilization gyro is exactly what you need...
Vaterra RC Glamis
This full size buggy is outside the show … If you want one of your own, pick up the Vaterra...
The faces and places inside RCX!
Of all the RC events that happen across the country, RCX is the only one that brings everyone together –...
RCX: 30-second setup!
RCX on load-in day. We thought you might like to see what it takes to get ready for the crowds....
Check in, share, WIN at RCX!
Hey guys! When you are at this weekend’s RCX event make sure to check into the Long Beach Convention Center...
More RCX Sneak Peeks: Pro-Line Slash Buggy Conversion, Hay Hauler, more
More sneak-peeks from the Pro-Line booth at RCX. Come to the show to see all the new stuff, and everything else...
RCX Sneak Peak! Pro-Line Rat Rod for Maxx and Revo
If you thought Pro-Line’s Rat Rod shell for the 1/16 E-Revo was tough, you’re gonna love this. The new...
Brushless Mini Hydroplane
AquaCraft’s new GP-1 Ultra brushless mini hydroplane is available in two versions. One version is RTR with a pre-installed 2200kV...
Nissan Titan Short Course Truck Body
JConcepts has released a new licensed Nissan Titan short course truck body that is available in two versions which is...
Novak Expands New Vulcan Motor Line
Novak has expanded its new Vulcan motor line to now include modified winds. Three different turns are available (6.5T, 7.5T,...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 213]
In the Radio Control Show this week, Erich Reichert shows you an easy way to set your gear mesh perfectly...
Drive “Fast And Furious” With Vaterra’s New 2012 Nissan GT-R GT3
Vaterra adds another great looking scale vehicle to it growing product line. This GT3 is a replica of the real...
New Products: Ofna X3 Sabre 2.0, JQ Products’ THEBody, And Trinity Sting Shorty Pack [May 31]
Ofna has updated their X3 Sabre 1/8 nitro buggy. The new 2.0 version has been tweaked to improve balance and...
Tamiya TXT-2 Agrios Build
Who can resist a new kit-build, especially when it’s a nut, bolt, and screw-a-palooza from Tamiya? The new TXT-2 Agrios...
Product Review: Slash RPM Gearbox Housing and Rear Mounts
Words Drew Trudeau RPM has always been serious about their upgrades and making vehicle perform that much better. Their latest...
Pro Boat In The Palm Of Your Hand
Pro Boat has released a deep-v boat that is RTR and is small enough to fit in the palm of...
Here’s your sign (and chance to win free RCX tickets)!
We’re just two days away from RCX at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, CA, and if you...
How To Make Track Snacks [Taco Pockets]
Snacking With Drew: Taco Pockets How are you supposed to afford your next upgrade or vehicle when you keep spending...
Losi RTR XXX-SCT Gets “Tuff”
Losi has released an officially licensed Tuff Country XXX-SCT modeled after the full scale race vehicle piloted by Aaron Daughtery...
Meet Rockstar MX rider Davi Millsaps at RCX!
Millsaps joined the Rockstar Energy Racing team for the 2013 season and came out strong taking many podium spots in...
RCX Update: Mitchell Dejong, Red Bull’s youngest athlete, will be at the show!
Mitchell DeJong is no stranger to racing, despite being only 15. This talented teen has made a name for himself...
Nice mods, dude!
When I saw this car pulling out of a driveway while crossing town on my way home from a photo...
Video Of The Week: “B” QuadCopter/Car Hybrid
We were blown away by this video from Wito Mielnicze of his invention… the B quadcopter/car hybrid. The B features...
Step-by-step Build: Associated B4.2 Factory Team [Part 2]
Word and Photos By Drew Trudeau In Part One of our Factory Team B4.2 build we constructed the steering, front...
The Radio Control Show Episode 212
This week’s Radio Control Show takes you behind the scenes with Kyosho’s legendary designer Yuichi Kanai to discuss the secrets behind...
Contact! How much is too much?
Earlier this month at the MotoGP Grand Prix of Spain, Repsol Honda veteran Dani Pedrosa rode off into the sunset...
Tandem R/C Drifting – GoPro First Person POV [Video]
Ever wondered what it’d be like to get behind the wheel of a drift car, pitch it sideways, and look...
HOW TO: Transmitter Steering Setup
Because you’re probably doing it wrong. Whether your radio is a pro pistol or an econo model, the steering system...
Hitec Releases 1st Touch Screen Charger
The recent trend with battery chargers are to use a touch screen to replace your traditional buttons, knobs, etc. Today...
Show the backyard who’s the boss [July Teaser]
Since winning the first of 26 IFMAR World Championships in 1977, Team Associated has been an icon of RC racing,...
Tip Of The Week: Energy Shot Shock Guards
I have found that empty energy shot bottles make great shock protectors for off-road vehicles. I cut the bottles in...
JConcepts Releases 1st Aftermarket Body For Tekno EB48
Tekno’s unique 1/8 4WD electric buggy has grown in popularity since it was 1st released, and until today your only...
New Products: Axial Rubicon Roof And AX10 Locked Transmission, Contact RC J Compound Tires, Serpent 747 SS-RCM Shocks [May 22]
Axial has released a new optional polycarbonate hardtop to give your 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon body a fresh look....
Where will you be racing this summer?
Summer officially starts June 21 and with spring showing us hints of the warm weather just around the corner, it’s...
Review Of The Week: Max Amps MV5450 Multi-Voltage LiPo Battery Pack
Words and Photos: Drew Trudeau LiPo batteries have become increasingly popular in the hobby as they evolve and offer up...
New JConcepts Pre-Mounted Truggy Tires
Let’s face it, no one likes to work hard in a hobby that is supposed to be “fun”. Gluing up...
Question of the Week: Which RC Celeb would you have dinner with?
If you could have dinner with one pro RC racer or hobby industry personality, who would it be and why? Join...
Solar-Powered RC Car: Super Fast, No Charging! [Video Of The Week]
Imagine if you never had to charge your battery pack again! You’d definitely have a leg up on the competition...
The Agama A8 Evo Gets “Finnished”
JConcepts first debuted the Finnisher body design at the 2011 IFMAR World Championships in Vaasa, Finland and since then they...
Pro-Line Releases New Tires And Rock Crawling Accesories
Pro-Line has released two new tread patterns for this month plus expanded its line of pre-mounted tires and rock crawling...
Facebook Look-In [July 2013 Issue]
The July issue of RC Car Action is on newsstands now! If you are subscribed to our digital edition or...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 211]
In this week’s episode of the Radio Control Show, Aaron Waldron shows off the Team Associated B4.2 Factory Team buggy...
Video Of The Week: Drift Sessions RC Vol. 10
Can’t get enough of these drift videos, and it seems like they just keep getting better and better. Check out...
New Products: JConcepts B44.2 Aluminum Bulkhead Cap, Avid Machined 2 + 2 Pistons, And Trinity Traction Compound [May 16]
JConcepts now offers a replacement bulkhead center cap for the B44.2. This new cap not only looks trick but it...
Losi 5IVE-T Now Available As A Roller
With this new roller drivers can choose their own electronics and engine, and even customize the body with their favorite...
New From Parma: “Xtreme” Body for Traxxas Rally
Parma PSE’s latest shell is custom fit for the Traxxas Rally, and includes window masks and decals for a fast...
Location, location, location
RC tracks across the country are located in about as many diverse places as you can imagine, from the lobby...
MAY 15 NEW PRODUCTS: Team Durango Precision Spur Gears, Axial SCX10 Option Parts From AJS Machine
RDRP has released spur gears that are supposed to be more precise, quiet, and stronger for popular Team Durango vehicles. ...
Question Of The Week:
From time to time we have haul all of RC gear from point A to point B. Whatever the destination...
Latest Sponsor Change-ups: Schreffler to Serpent, Hofer Joins Reedy, More
We are almost 6 months into 2013 and driver deals are still being announced. Check out the latest sponsorship news...
X – 6 Cubed Conversion Kit Revealed
Back in February we told you about this new conversion kit that X Factory was developing and today they have...
Readers’ Ride: Ron Sacrider’s FrankenSlash [July Teaser]
Ron went all mad scientist on us when he sent in these shots of the truck he calls, “Frankenslash.” Part...
Pit Tips: Transmitter Bag On The Cheap [July Issue]
A padded fabric lunch bag can double as a transmitter bag. Most have a pocket for an icepack that can...
LA Muscle Teams Up With Fast Furious 6 [Video]
To help promote both the Fast Furious 6 movie, and LA Muscle Supplement products, both parties teamed to create this...
Review Of The Week: Turnigy TrackStar LED Pit Light
Picture the worst pit space at your favorite indoor track. It might be the smallest, the most rickety, or the...
MAY 14 NEW PRODUCTS: Apex Drift Tires, JConcepts Metric Washers And Shims
Team Associated has released some drift tires to use with their Apex touring car or other vehicles that use 1/10...
New Reedy LiPo For 1/8 Electric Buggies
This new pack from Reedy is designed for the 1/8 electric buggy class and it will pump out more power...
New Products: “THE Car” Goes Electric, MIP Now Offering X-Duty And Race Duty Drives, And More [May 13th]
JQ Products releases an electric kit version of THE Car. MIP is now offering a X-Duty kit for the new...
The Dirt Racing’s Joey Christensen Rebuilds Silver Dollar R/C Raceway
A Main Hobbies posted this video of Joey Christensen, the man behind The Dirt Racing and the largest nitro off-road...
Axial Partners With Casey Currie Motorsports For 2013
Axial announced today that they have formed a partnership with popular short-course racer Casey Currie. Here is the full press...
The Radio Control Show: TLR 8IGHT 3.0 Buggy – We Drive It! [Episode 210]
Racing is all about evolution; that’s why companies like Team Losi Racing are continually working to improve their race cars,...
A Quick History of Tamiya’s Solid-Axle Monster Trucks
With the news of the TXT-2 Agrios, we thought it fitting to take a look back at the history of...
JConcepts Now Offers Titanium Axles For Popular Associated Vehicles
JConcepts releases a titanium version of their popular front axles for 12mm hex converted Associated vehicles. Here is the full...
New Team Associated Digital Servos
Just in time for the rainy season, Team Associated has released new XP digital servos that are water resistant thanks...
FTW Phoenix body for Mugen MBX6T
FTW expands their Phoenix body line to now include the Mugen MBX6T truggy. Read more in the official press release...
HOW TO: 20 Minute Nitro Engine Tune-Up
PHOTOS PETE HALL Spend a little time now to save a lot of time later. The weather is starting to...
More Triad Tuning Options From Avid
Avid offers more tuning options for their unique three pad slipper system called the Triad. The original slipper pads were...
Ultimate RC Desk Toy [Video]
We’ve all been there, sitting at your desk at 4:30, staring aimlessly into your computer waiting for the next 30...
Video Of The Week: 4th Anniversary Drift Bash with oneTen Drift Crew
Much respect for the oneTEN Drift Network guys! This video shows what a well-organized club and dedicated members can do,...
Test Bench: JConcepts Escape Body For Associated SC10B
In the past, the only replacement body choice for Team Associated’s RTR SC10B was the factory-issued shell, but JConcepts now...
Tamiya Launches New Website
Good news Tam-fans, Tamiya.com is redesigned, looking good, and easier to use. The parts finder is excellent, and the site...
JConcepts Aluminum Timing Cover
JConcepts’ new aluminum timing cover is designed to dissipate heat away from Reedy Sonic motors, and also help hold the...
The most accessible pros in motorsports
A few weeks ago I wrote a blog about taking go-kart racing against some friends a bit too seriously while...
Tekno Video Release of the SCT410
You must have been hiding under a rock if you haven’t yet heard about Tekno’s SC truck, the SCT410. We...
TXT-2 Agrios: Tamiya’s Newest Solid-Axle Monster
This new truck is the result of building off of the original TXT-1 design and one of the coolest features...
The Radio Control Show – Episode 209
In this week’s episode of The Radio Control Show Hope McCall explains the difference between 2.4 GHz radios and AM/FM...
Royal RC Adventure [June Article – Preview]
Axial Racing brings RC crawling competition to the most extreme full-size 4 x 4 challenge: King of the Hammers! by...
Pro-Line Racing: TALES OF THE DIRT [Video]
Pro-Line Racing has been a sponsor of The Dirt Nitro Challenge, the world’s largest nitro off-road race, since the first...
Pro Talk With MIP’s Eustace Moore Jr.
At the recent Short Course Showdown tour stop at S & N’s Trackside I got a chance to sit down...
Duratrax’s New Brushless Buggy
This budget minded buggy is RTR with Onyx electronics and is a great option for those looking to join the...
10 Best Jobs In RC [June Issue – Preview]
The dreams gigs that could one day be yours WORDS ERICH REICHERT For some of us, RC is more than...
Want a new RC truck? Grow your own!
We’re all used to the idea of digital media for words, images, and sound, but that’s only the beginning of...
PROTOform May 2013 Releases
PROTOform has released a new sanding drum for your rotary tool that will help you in finishing your body’s wheel...
Supercharge Your 1/5th Scale Vehicle
Need more power for your large scale vehicle? Then check out this new supercharger from RB Innovations. Here is the...
Tekin Takes The RX8 To The Next Generation
Back in March Tekin announced their new RS GEN2 speed control in the trick looking white plastic housing that was...
Axial’s RTR Wraith Gets The Poison Spyder Treatment (Video Added)
This new rock crawler is RTR and includes many full scale licensed components to add to the overall realism. Here...
Horizon Hobby Announces Sponsorship Of Rockstar Energy Motorcross Team
Another RC company has crossed over into the full scale motorsports arena as Horizon Hobby announces their expanded sponsorship with...
Serpent’s Ready To Strike Cobra 1/8 Electric Buggy
Previously this car was only available as a kit but now Serpent offers it in a RTR package complete with...
Step-by-step Build: Associated B4.2 Factory Team [Part 1]
Word and Photos By Drew Trudeau The Associated B4.2 Factory Team kit takes a formidable buggy, the B4.1, and offers...
Novak readying a new rock-crawling speed control
Novak will soon update their speed control line with the Crusher, a crawling-specific, high-voltage unit. Here are the details so...
Team Durango Goes Big With New Electric Truggy
We first told you about this new electric truggy a few weeks ago, and now Team Durango has released more...
New machined aluminum Weld Replica wheels for Traxxas Funny Car
Traxxas’ new Funny Car wheels look like machined aluminum because they are machined aluminum, and the logos are etched for...
Hobby Pro USA Announces New Mid And Rear Motor Off-Road Buggy
Last week we told you about this new buggy that Hobby Pro USA was teasing online, and today we have...
Exotek steering rack conversion kit for TLR 22, 22SCT, 22T
After many months of testing and tweaking, Exotek Racing is ready to release a totally redesigned steering system for the TLR...
Get A Better Bond With JConcepts’ Satellite Tire Gluing Rubber Bands
When you use rubber bands to glue tires they do a great job to keep the tire tight against the...
Borrego Wheels For Your Kyosho ZX5 And Team Associated SC8
DE Racing expands their Borrego product line to include the Kyosho ZX5 and Team Associated SC8 plus other SC conversions...
New FTW 2013 Spec Body For The XB9
FTW updates their popular Night Fox body to fit the 2013 specs for the XRAY XB9: Performance packaged in convention-smashing...
Venom Pro Charger 2
This new charger features programmable battery profiles for up to 5 different battery types, temperature controlled cooling fans, and includes...
HobbyKing ARR Quanum Relentless Brushless Catamaran Racing Boat
This brushless boat is almost ready to run and includes a high torque steering servo, a high performance watercooled brushless...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 208]
At last year’s ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals, Hot Bodies’ team driver Ty Tessman continued the best year of his career...
XRAY RX8 2013 Edition
XRAY announces their 2013 specs for their popular nitro 1/8 on-road car. Read about them in the press release below:...
Associated B4.2 now available RTR
Following up their earlier release today of the RTR T4.2RS, Team Associated has also announced a RTR B4.2RS buggy complete...
Venom Dual-Output 600w Power Supply
This power supply comes with two output ports, each adjustable from .01 to 40 amps. Venom press release: At Venom...
RC helicopters do the Harlem Shake
Like all flashy pop songs and Internet memes, it didn’t take long for the Harlem Shake to be totally played...
How To: Build Shocks Like A Pro
PHOTOS HOPE McCALL CERTAIN SKILLS IN RC separate the pros from the Joes. One such task definitely is building shocks....
New from Tekno: carbon shock towers and zero-offset 12mm hex hubs
Tekno RC releases new option parts for their SCT410 and EB48 including some trick carbon fiber shock towers. Check out...
Associated’s T4.2 goes RTR with the new T4.2RS
1st available as a Factory Team kit, Team Associated has now released a RTR version of their new T4.2 stadium...
HobbyKing Quanum Brushless Deep V
Latest from HobbyKing: This brushless boat comes equipped with a high performance watercooled brushless power system, a high torque steering...
Hobbyking Mission-D 4WD GTR
This belt driven 4WD car is almost ready to run and features an adjustable front ball diff and locked rear...
JConcepts releases RC8.2 Silencer body
This body 1st debuted at the IFMAR worlds, and now JConcepts announces that it is available to the general public....
Panther F800 Short Course Closed Cell Foam
Panther has released a new closed cell foam insert for short course tires that uses a thicker outer sidewall for...
360 RC Car Mount [Video Of The Week]
We’ve seen the Go Pro mounted on RC Cars before, but this is the first time we’ve had a video...
2013 Silver State: Pro Buggy and Truck A-Mains; 90 minutes of action! [VIDEO]
Four days of nitro action all culminated into the A-Mains on the Sunday at the Silver State Nitro Challenge. In...
Teaser: Hobby Pro USA 1/10 2WD Off-Road Buggy
Our friends over at Hobby Pro USA contacted us to let us know that they will be releasing a new...
2013 Silver State: Trophy Interviews and Finals Gallery
After four grueling days of racing in the middle of the Nevada desert, a modest trophy presentation recognized the top...
JConcepts TLR 22 7″ Hi-Clearance Wing
This wing was 1st offered for the Team Associated B4 and B44 buggies, but today JConcepts announces that is also...
Test Drive: Tekno RC SCT410 [June Preview]
Kit | Electric | Off-Road WORDS Aaron Waldron PHOTOS Jason Boulanger Ultra Fast 4×4 The New SCT410 is only the second...
How To: Rebuild Your Car [June Preview]
Fix it right every time Words Jay Kennedy Repairing and rebuilding your RC car or truck is something we all...
Online Coverage Of The 2013 Short Course Showdown Nationwide Tour #3 (VIDEOS ADDED)
Round 3 of the 2013 Short Course Showdown Nationwide Tour came back to where it all began in 2010 at...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 207]
In this week’s episode of The Radio Control Show we have a look at RC4WD’s new Mickey Thompson Baja Claw iPhone...
RDRP DEX210 Plus11 Aluminium Chassis
This new chassis adds 11mm to the length of your DEX210 buggy and will help to provide you better overall...
2013 Silver State: Final Results – Lutz and Tebo Win!
Pro Buggy 1. Jared Tebo 2. Ryan Cavalieri 3. Ryan Lutz 4. Adam Drake 5. Josh Wheeler 6. Drew Moller...
2013 Silver State: Reese Meyer Interview
Aside from the competitive battles amongst the fastest pros in the world, the biggest entertainment of a large event like...
2013 Silver State: Third Round and Final Qualifying Results
After Friday’s busy day, with two rounds of racing, Saturday morning left just one final chance to improve one’s qualifying...
2013 Silver State: Second Round Results
It started cooling off on Friday night, and in typical Silver State fashion the track is getting rough. The racers...
2013 Silver State: First Round Results
The first round of qualifying in Boulder City, NV brought with it a few surprises. With the fastest three consecutive...
NEW! Qualifier Series Rival Mini Monster Truck!
1:18 Scale Ready-To-Run 4WD Electric Monster Truck The Qualifier Series is Team Associated’s exciting new line of sport-level products that...
NEW! Qualifier Series APEX Mini Touring!
1:18 Scale Ready-To-Run Electric On Road 4WD Touring Car The Qualifier Series is Team Associated’s exciting new line of sport-level...
2013 Silver State: Practice Report
The 15th Annual Silver State Nitro Challenge kicked off today with two rounds of controlled practice for all classes: 40+,...
Pro-Line April 2013 New Releases
Pro-Line has released a ton of new gear including a Ford F-250 Super Duty Cab body for the Axial SCX10...
Hitec Ultra Response Steel Gear Servos
These new premium servos feature durable steel gears, an efficient coreless motor, and dual ball bearings. Check out all the...
Avid B44.2 Aluminum Chassis
This new 2.5mm thick chassis will help improve your B44’s handling by lowering the center of gravity and it even...
Pit Tips: Works Like Magic! [June]
Works Like Magic: When body and chassis parts get really dirty, I use a Mr.Clean Magic Eraser to get them looking...
Readers’ Ride: Customized Kyosho Mini-Z [June]
Customized Kyosho Mini-Z: In case you couldn’t tell, Brad is a huge fan of the 1983 Stephen King chiller Christine. To...
2013 Silver State Nitro Challenge
It takes just two words to describe why the Silver State Nitro Challenge has become a popular stop on the...
ST Racing Concepts Option Parts For The Team Durango DEX210, DEST210, And DESC210
STRC has released a ton of aftermarket parts for your Team Durango ride. Check them all out in the press...
Helion RTR Invictus 10MT
This monster truck comes standard with a Radient Reaktor 3500kV waterproof brushless system, 1800mah 9.6V 8 cell NiMH rechargeable battery...
RC Car Sets New Land Speed Record At 171mph!
Last December Nic Case’s custom built R/C Bullet (RCB) set a new land speed record at 171.96mph. This purpose built...
AKA Handlebar STD (Standard Tread Depth) 1/10 Buggy Tires
AKA expands its ever growing tire selection with the addition of the new Handlebar STD tires. These tires feature a...
Kyosho PLAZMA Lm Porsche 962C
This new 1/12 car comes as a kit and features fiber reinforced plastic parts, a rear diffuser system, and comes...
Schumacher Mi5 Competition Touring Car
Last week we told you about this new car, and today Schumacher officially launches this new platform. Check out the...
Team Associated Qualifier Series RIVAL Monster Truck (VIDEO ADDED)
Turn your backyard into your own car-crunching, ramp-flying, monster truck arena! Team Associated is proud to bring to you the...
Spy Shots: Avid Triad Slipper Clutch for Durango DEX210
AVID’s Triad Slipper Clutch has had much success since it’s recent debut and has found its way into the vehicles...
Downhill Buggy Jam [Video Of The Week]
The submissions are slowly coming in, and here is one of the latest submission from YouTube User IJumpRC . Pretty sweet mix...
Trinity ReVtech Kill Shot 17.5 ROAR Spec Motor
This new motor is available in a high torque or high RPM variation and they both feature a new sensor...
Facebook Look-In [June 2013]
The June issue of RC Car Action hits the stands tomorrow, however if you are Digital/Membership subscriber then you have...
Fast & Furious 6 [Parody Trailer]
The good people at NitroRCX made one of the funniest parody videos of the year with this Fast & Furious...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 206]
It was just three weeks ago that Team Associated shocked the RC world with the announcement of their first electric...
Team Associated RTR RC8.2 RS
This new buggy is RTR and includes a powerful Reedy .21VS engine, 16mm Big Bore 6061 aluminum shocks, a high-torque...
Spy Shots: Exotek Carbon Fiber Chassis for Durango DEX210
I was recently able to visit Exotek’s design lair and managed to take spy shots of their soon to be...
Teaser: New Pro-Line Rock Crawling Body
Pro-Line has released this teaser image of a new body they will be unveiling soon. No other info is available...
Spotted: XRAY XB2 Prototype 2WD Off-Road Buggy
XRAY has announced that they are developing a new XB2 buggy to compliment their recent release of the XB4. They...
Traxxas Anodized Aluminum 12mm Hex Wheel Adapters For The Slash 4X4, Rally, And Stampede 4X4
These new 12mm hex adapters will give you the ability to use Traxxas’ steel-splined driveshafts with 6mm axles with your...
Teaser: Schumacher Mi5 Competition Touring Car
More teasers this Friday, this time from our friends across the pond over at Schumacher. They have released a teaser...
Teasers: Team Durango 1/8 Electric Truggy And DETC410 Touring Car
Team Durango appears to be ready to launch two new vehicles soon as they have posted a few teasers online....
DE Racing Bump Skid And XD Rear Skid Plates For the Mugen MBX7 And Tekno EB48 / SCT410
Protect your ride’s chassis from wear and tear with DE Racing’s Bump Skids and XD rear Skid Plates. Check out...
Two-Ton Turbo Diesel Hexapod
Though it’s not an car, truck, or boat, this walking hexapod robot is still technically a surface vehicle! Standing at...
HOW TO: Go Fast, Save Cash!
Everyone wants to save money these days, but they still want to tear up the track. Believe it or not,...
Tekno RC April 2013 New Releases
Tekno releases a 17mm hub adapter that will give you the same width as a 1/8 buggy for their popular...
Mad Drift 2.4ghz RC Car 1/10 Scale [Video Of The Week]
Check out this sweet drift video from YouTube user Alexander McC. We don’t see to many videos of 1/10 scale drifters,...
Hitec HS-900SGS And HS-1000SGT Solid-Aluminum Super Servos!
Whoa, these are serious servos. Solid aluminum cases, steel cases, and ready to handle up to 14.8 volts, the 900SGS...
Trinity Sting High-End VTA 2S LiPo Race Pack: Race-Ready and Deans Equipped!
ROAR-legal? Affirmative. Hard-cased? Yep. Plug-in wires and Deans plug? Check, and check. Trinity’s latest Sting LiPo pack is a drop-in,...
CEN Racing Zoom10 Brushless: Tight new tourer!
This new shaft driven touring car is available with 3 different bodies of your choice, and each car includes a...
Racers Edge PRIME CUBE200 Lipo/NiMH Charger: Charge 4 packs at the same time!
The new PRIME CUBE200 can tackle 4 packs at once and is compatible with LiPo, LiFe, Li-Ion, NiMH and NiCd...
Traxxas Driver Rob MacCachren Wins Inaugural Stadium Super Truck Race
The Inaugural Stadium SUPER Trucks races ran at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Four distinct divisions were tested...
Kyosho MP9e TKI 1/8 Electric Buggy
This new buggy is packed with features like a shorter rear shock tower, medium length shocks with threaded spring pre-load...
Gear Head RC 1.9 Hammer And Sixer Beadlock Wheels
These new wheels are made of Delrin and come standard with aluminum hubs, Delrin beadlock rings, and M2 screws. Check...
Mugen MRX5 WC-Spec Car Kit
Mugen announces that they are releasing a World Champion Spec kit for their MRX5 1/8 nitro on-road car. Check out...
Interview with Wayne Carini from Chasing Classic Cars
No matter what kind of model-car guy you are—whether you’re into radio control, slot racing, building plastic models, or die-cast...
Viper Releases VTX8 V-LINK Software And Version A61 Firmware
Viper has released a V-LINK software program for their new VTX8 ESC that will allow you to update the firmware...
Test Bench: ProTek R/C Universal Radio Case
One of the most important investments you can make in RC is your radio. You can have the fastest brushless...
RPM Front And Rear Bulkheads For The Traxxas T-Maxx And E-Maxx
These new bulkheads feature an unique design that incorporates locknuts to prevent screws from backing out which will dramatically lower...
How To: Break In A Nitro Motor [May Preview]
How To Break In A Nitro Motor – Use The Track – Tested Bess Method By Lito Reyes If you’re...
DE Racing “Stopz-it”
Just in time for the outdoor nitro season, this little handy device can stop your runaway nitro rig in two...
Spring Mix [Video Of The Week]
YouTube user SpeeedErik has put together this great mix. The video is titled “Car Bashing and racing ~Lots of spring...
Outerwears Losi 5IVE-T Shroud
Outerwears announces a new shroud to protect your Losi 5IVE-T from dirt, debris, and water while maintaining an excellent air...
JConcepts Finnisher Wing Button
Add some performance and bling to your 1/8 wing with the new Finnisher wing buttons. Check out the press release...
Panther Announces New Blue Compound For Clay Surfaces
Panther has announced that they now offer a blue tire compound that is designed to work with both indoor and...
FTW Phoenix Truggy Body For The TLR 8ight-T 2.0
This new body is made from a premium grade clear.040” polycarbonate sheet, and includes an overspray film, window masks, and...
Red Bull Athlete Mitchell DeJong Joins Team Losi Racing
Mitchell DeJong is no stranger to racing, despite being only 15 this talented teen has made a name for himself...
Birds Eye Productions’ Perspective on the Cactus Classic
Phoenix-based video production company Birds Eye Productions brought their multirotor camera rig to the Scottsdale R/C Speedway a few weeks...
April Fool’s! – Pro-Line PowairStroke Shocks
Our friends over at Pro-Line released this teaser image of a new type of shock they are working on as...
JConcepts XRay XB4 Finnisher Body
JConcepts’ popular Finnisher body style is now available for the XRay XB4 4WD off-road buggy. Check out the press release...
TrakPower LiPo Hard Case Batteries
TrakPower updates their LiPos with a hard case, higher discharge ratings, and they are available with either 4mm gold bullet...
PROTOform Gianna GT Clear Body
This new 200mm World GT pan car body features Italian-inspired styling, is made of genuine .030” lexan, and is designed...
JConcepts Escape SC10B Body
JConcepts releases the 1st aftermarket body for the Team Associated SC10B short course buggy. This body features a reversed hood-scoop...
Novak Updates Eiger And Eiger Pro ESCs, Releases New Vulcan Motor Accessories
Novak announces that they have updated their popular Eiger ESC with a brushless 2S mode for 10.5 or higher brushless...
How To: Apply Decals Like A Pro [VIDEO]
Applying decals is a finishing-touch that has nothing to do with function, but is still extremely important. Unlike many RC...
Competitive much?
Last weekend I did the unthinkable: I took a mini vacation. Friday afternoon I picked up a gas-sipping rental car,...
It’s Flux Time! [HPI Video]
Depending on what side of the world you are on spring is in the air! But whatever the weather, there’s...
JConcepts Precut Chassis Film
These sheets are precut for quicker installations and can decrease the friction between your chassis and dirt surfaces. Check out...
Avid Shorty Battery Foam Set For The Team Associated B4.2 And T4.2
This new battery foam set from Avid makes it easier for you to adjust your car’s setup for a “shorty”...
Slow-Mo Rock Crawling [Video Of The Week]
How best to immortalize an afternoon of rock crawling with your buddies? Get it on video by filming it from...
AKA Releases Wider SC Tires And New Asymmetrical SC Inserts
AKA widens their popular Wishbone, Enduro, and Cityblock SC tires, plus they now offer their SC Handlebars in a standard...
Big Tips For Small Trucks [Short Course Newz Preview]
by Jeremy Losaw When people think short course, they are usually talking about 1/10 scale, if not 1/8, or even...
Tekin RS GEN2 ESC
This new speedo is compatible with both brushed and brushless motors, uses a high voltage programmable BEC, and can handle...
Kyosho Ready Set DMT VE-R 4WD Monster Truck
Kyosho updates their DMT VE monster truck with a 3S compatible Orion Vortex R10 ESC and Orion 4-pole sensorless brushless...
NAMBA Straightline Time Trials: Novak’s Bill Oxidean Sets A New World Record
Novak’s Bill Oxidean breaks yet another RC boat record at the recent NAMBA Straightline Time Trials. Check out the press...
ProTek RC Pit Caddy
ProTek releases this new pit caddy just in time for the upcoming outdoor nitro season. Check out all the details...
Castle Creations 0808 Series 1/18 Brushless 4 Pole Motors
Castle has announced a new 1/18 brushless motor line that uses the same 4 pole technology as their larger motors...
Traxxas Slash 4×4 Ultimate
PHOTOS JASON BOULANGER AND HOPE MCCALL THE RETURN OF THE KING Without question, the Traxxas Slash is the king of...
JConcepts Radio Bag
Protect your radio investment with the new JConcepts radio bag. This bag features an inner pocket to store your manual,...
EcoPower Electron 610 AC Charger
This new charger is packed with features like five adjustable profiles, the ability to charge up to 10amps, and it...
Axial Icon Aluminum Shock Set
These new fully licensed shocks feature CNC machined pistons, titanium nitride coated shock shafts, dual rate springs, and more. Check...
Takin’ it slow [Video of the Week]
Most of our featured videos are fast paced, with lots of action….this video is a little different, gives you a...
Readers’ Ride: Custom Works Outlaw [May]
Custom Works Outlaw: This killer-looking CW sprint car runs on the asphalt at Hobby Central in Pensacola, FL, and is John’s...
Pit Tips: Quick Pins [May]
Quick Pins: Losing body pins can be one of the most frustrating things to happen during a day out with an...
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Pro-Line’s New Releases for March 2013
Pro-Line Racing is constantly churning out new products for RC’ers of every kind, from hardcore racers to backyard bashers. Here’s...
Interviews with the Cactus Classic winners: Ryan Maifield, Jared Tebo, Dakotah Phend, and Ryan Cavalieri
After Sunday’s racing action at Scottsdale RC Speedway had completed, we caught up with the four champions of the Modified...
Outdoor Arsenal! [May Look Inside]
The May issue of RC Car Action hits the stands today, and Horizon Hobby’s Vaterra RTR Lineup covers this month’s...
2013 Cactus Classic: Team Associated’s Ryan Maifield wins two classes!
A busy weekend of racing concluded with 63 main events on Sunday to determine champions in 12 different divisions. With...
The Ken Block WR8 FLUX in action at HPI Europe! [Video]
You’ve seen Ken Block terrorise San Francisco. You’ve seen him terrify James May. Now you can see a teeny version of his Ford...
2013 Cactus Classic: Final Round of A-Main Results
Although three of the five classes had been wrapped up going into the third round of A-Main events there were...
2013 Cactus Classic: Second Round of A-Main Results
The left side of the track played the most important part in the second round of the A-Mains, with many...
2013 Cactus Classic: First Round of A-Main Results
The first round of Triple A-Mains confirmed what everyone suspected would happen when the 27th running of the Cactus Classic...
2013 Cactus Classic: Main Event Starting Grid
Modified Stadium Truck 1. Ryan Cavalieri 2. Ryan Maifield 3. Dustin Evans 4. Joern Neumann 5. Jared Tebo 6. Steven...
2013 Cactus Classic: Fourth Round Report
The fourth qualifying round at any race is always the most tense; after all, it’s the final chance to improve...
2013 Cactus Classic: Round Three Report
More water and more sugar on the track meant more traction and big shake-ups toward the top of the Modified...
2013 Cactus Classic: Round Two Results
It was another long day at Scottsdale R/C Speedway, with 102 heats of racing completed in just about twelve hours....
2013 Cactus Classic: Round One Results
Fifty-one heats are complete at Scottsdale RC Speedway, and with all five Modified classes running at the end of the...
Team Associated SC10.2 Factory Team Kit
Team Associated releases an updated SC10 Factory Team kit that includes 12mm big bore shocks, a VTS slipper, factory team...
Novak Vulcan Spec And Outlaw Brushless Motors
Go to where no racer has gone before with the new Novak Vulcan brushless motors. These new motors come in...
Traxxas XO-1 Black Body And Sway Bar Kit
Traxxas releases a metallic black replacement body for the XO-1 that is fully trimmed out for you, plus a sway...
Spring Cleaning
I just couldn’t stand it anymore. Actually, I couldn’t stand at all. Seven and a half months of near-weekly visits...
Team Losi Racing RTC 22SCT
This new truck comes equipped with a Dynamite ESC and 17.5T sensored brushless motor, Spektrum DX2L 2.4GHz DSM 2-channel radio,...
HobbyKing 1/10 Quanum Skull Crusher 2WD Brushless Monster Truck
This monster truck is available in a RTR or ARR package, and both trucks feature an adjustable slipper clutch, all...
Pro-Line Tire Bag
By: Drew Trudeau When going to the track every racer has their own way of handling the transportation of their...
Traxxas Ford F-150 SVT Raptor White Body
This new body is pre-trimmed, has the body post holes already reamed out for you, plus the decals have already...
Top Notch Series @ Redlands RC Raceway
The Top Notch Series or the TNS as most Southern Californian racers know it, has been having tremendous success and...
Teaser: Pro-Line F-11 3.8″ Monster Truck Wheels
Our friends over at Pro-Line posted this teaser image of a new product they are working on. Pro-Line informed us...
HobbyKing X200 Touch Screen Battery Charger
This charger features a large backlit 4.3″ touch screen, can charge 1-6S LiPo packs at 10amps, and even includes a...
Traxxas 4WD Conversion Kit For The 1/16 Grave Digger
Upgrade your 1/16 Grave Digger to a 4WD drivetrain with this new conversion kit from Traxxas. Check out more details...
Kicking off the 27th Annual Cactus Classic
As the Scottsdale R/C Speedway celebrates the Cactus Classic’s 27th birthday, this event is older than many of the competitors...
JConcepts Fin Titanium Turnbuckles
We first told you about these new turnbuckles when they were spotted at the 2013 Reedy International Off-Road Race of...
Speed Passion SP-1 F1 Pro Kit
This new F1 car features a carbon fiber chassis which can fit both normal and “shorty” 2S LiPo packs, and...
Avid Releases Piston Tuning Table, Plus Two More 12mm Pistons
Avid releases a tuning guide for their 12mm pistons, plus they have added two more 12mm pistons to their lineup...
From the Perspective of a Spectator
I started typing this blog while packing my bags for this weekend’s Cactus Classic in Scottsdale, AZ. It’s approximately the...
Durango DEX210/DESC210 Hop-Ups from EXOTEK Racing
Own a Durango DEX210 buggy or a DESC210 short course truck? Well here are a plethora of new hop-up parts...
Spotted: JConcepts Rips Front Tires For The SC10B
On Thursday the 27th Annual Cactus Classic at SRS gets underway but already manufactuers and racers are setting up at...
Tekin Pro4 HD And Pro2 Brushless Motors
We first told you about this new Pro4 motor we spotted back in January, and now today Tekin officially releases...
MIP Super Ball Diffs For The TLR 22/22T/22SCT And Traxxas Slash
MIP announces that their popular Super Ball Diff kits have been extended to now include the TLR 22 line of...
RC Trailer 4×4 [Video]
We’re not sure how useful this big rig can be, but not a bad idea if you have a big...
Racing RC Cars In SAASTA Advertisement [Video]
2 scientists race with a conventional LiPO RC car against a hydrogen hybrid (LiPO / Hydrogen fuel cell). The fuel...
The Return Of The King [April Sneak Peek]
Without question, the Traxxas Slash is the king of all short course trucks. It’s wildly popular both with bashers and...
Team Associated RTR APEX Touring V-Type (Video)
Check out this new video from Team Associated featuring their new APEX touring car! Click HERE to read more about...
KO Propo Hard Carrying Case For The EX-1 KIY Radio
KO Propo has released this aluminum case that is made to protect their revolutionary EX-1 KIY radio. Check out more...
The Celebration Continues with Episode 204 of the Radio Control Show
Sponsored by HobbyKing.com, March madness continues this week with our Top 5 RC Trends! Watch the episode and look for...
Spotted: Tekin LiPo Pouch
It looks like Tekin will be soon releasing a LiPo charging pouch. No other details on this new pouch...
2013 Reedy International Touring Car Race Of Champions Announcement
What started out many years ago as Mike Reedy’s vision to showcase the top drivers in the world in a...
Traxxas Driver Courtney Force Named Racer Magazine’s Rookie Of The Year
Courtney Force, driver of the Traxxas Funny Car is RACER magazine’s runaway choice as Rookie of the Year, voted on...
A Main Hobbies 4th Annual Outback Shootout Race Report
A Main Hobbies’ Outback Raceway presented by Tekin, DE Racing and Panther Tires hosted the 4th Annual Outback Shootout. Racers...
Atomik Radio Bags For Traxxas TQi And TQ Radios
These new bags feature black EVA construction with bold yellow accents and will help to protect your Traxxas transmitter. Check...
Spotted: Pro-Line IONs For 1/10 2WD Buggy Front Wheels
It looks like Pro-Line will soon be releasing front IONs for 2WD buggy. These tires were first seen last weekend...
Serpent Cobra 811 1/8 Electric Buggy 2.0
We first told you about this new buggy last week, and now Serpent officially releases more details on this 2.0...
Speed Passion Blaze 1/8 Brushless Sensored Motors
This new motor from Speed Passion provides smooth, low end torque, uses a zero cogging design to deliver more power...
Dynamite Platinum Sensored ESC
This new ESC is designed for no-timing “blinky” spec racing, has a 13.5T brushless motor limit, and comes pre-wired with...
Atomik Barbwire RTR Brushless RC Boat
This boat is packed with features like a 2.4Ghz 2-channel radio system, 2950Kv water cooled brushless outrunner motor, 20amp water...
AKA Handlebar And Impact 1/10 Buggy Tires Now Available As Pre-Mounts
AKA announces that their 1/10 buggy Handlebar and Impact treads are available in a pre-mount version. Read the press release...
JConcepts Pressure Points For 1/10 Buggy
JConcepts’ popular Pressure Points tread pattern is now available for 1/10 off-road buggies. Check out the press release for more...
HPI Kraken Baja Bashing Run [Video Of The Week]
Pretty sweet bash run of the Kraken Baja. The driving in this video was great. Hope to see more videos...
Atomik P1 35″ RTR Electric Boat
This boat includes a powerful V500 Marine brushless motor, composite nylon propellers, and it can reach speeds of 35mph with...
Atomik C1 34″ RTR Electric Boat
This boat is RTR with two air-cooled V380 2700kV brushless outrunner motors, two water-cooled 60A Pro Marine brushless speed controls,...
Team Chase 2013 1/5 RC Club Race Series Announced
This series consists of 6 different race dates at “The Compound”. For more information please visit http://www.teamchaseonline.com If you like...
JConcepts 7″ Hi-Clearance Wing
This new wing fits both the B4 and B44 buggies and it uses a wider base to provide more stability...
Spotted: DE Racing Off-Road Setup Wheels
Spotted over the weekend were these new setup wheels from DE Racing. Using setup wheels isn’t new to RC; check...
Thunder Tiger RTR Brushless Off-Shore Racer
This boat comes RTR with a Ace Cougar GP3 2.4GHz radio system, water-cooled OBL29/20-15M brushless motor and BLC-40M ESC, and...
Thunder Tiger RTR MT4-G3 Brushless 4WD Monster Truck
This new monster truck is RTR and includes a 2000kV brushless motor and 150A ESC, aluminum shock bodies and towers,...
PROTOform T-HD 1/10 Light Weight Oval Body
This new light weight version of the T-HD will lower your car’s overall weight and center of gravity while also...
Thunder Tiger RTR eMTA Brushless 4WD Monster Truck
This monster truck comes equipped with a 2.4GHz radio system, IBL-40/20 brushless motor and BLC-150C ESC, and a waterproof digital...
Novak XT60 Competition-Grade Power Plug Kit
This new plug system uses gold-plated pure copper connectors, and each kit includes two 4mm bullet-to-XT60 battery adapters already soldered...
O.S. Engine 21XZ-B
This affordable engine features a blue-anodized aluminum head to keep engine temps down, plus it can be upgraded with 21XZ-B...
Teaser: Serpent Cobra E 2.0 1/8 Buggy
Serpent has released this picture of their upcoming 2.0 E buggy. No other details are available at this time, but...
How To: Keep Your Brushless Motor Cool
Heat is the enemy Here’s a fact: a cool motor is a happy motor (unless it isn’t being run). With...
Flippin’ Physics: RC vs. full-size back flips
One of the many reasons why we love RC cars is the opportunity to make them do what we otherwise...
AKA THREE RIB 1/10 2wd Buggy Front Tire
AKA releases another new tire for their expanding 1/10 electric product line. Check out all the details below: Introducing the...
Duratrax 35C LiPo Batteries
These new budget friendly packs feature a 35C rating and are available pre-wired with popular Deans or Traxxas connectors. Check...
LRP Flow WorksTeam / Competition ESC & X20 Brushless Motor Combos
The new LRP Flow WorksTeam and Competition ESC is now available in combos with LRP’s new X20 brushless motor. Check...
Superb RC Car Drifting [Video of the Week]
I’m not sure who the driver behind the wheel/radio is, but wow is he a great drifter. We see many...
Epic Tooth Removal – RC Car [Video]
Let us introduce to you, Marcus. Marcus, 7 years old, had a loose tooth and thought of a very interesting...
LRP Vector X20 Stock Spec Brushless Motors
These new motors are packed with features like a dynamic balanced WorksTeam rotor, an optimized packed stack for improved drive...
Traxxas EZ-Peak Plus Charger Accessories
Traxxas has released a temperature sensor for their popular EZ-Peak Plus charger that is compatible with both NiMH and LiPo...
LRP Flow Competition Brushless Speed Control
This new ESC can be used in both stock and modified racing, uses a HD full aluminum case, and features...
MaxAmps.com High Discharge 150c 4000mah LiPos
These new packs are lighter than higher capacity packs, use a 150C discharge rate, and are available in 2S-7S configurations....
2013 Nitro Challenge – Pro Buggy A-Main Final + Ryan Maifield Interview [VIDEO]
As the sun was setting into the calm Phoenix desert landscape on the last day of the 2013 Dirt Nitro...
Radio Control Show 200th Anniversary Sweepstakes Rules
OFFICIAL RULES. NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT OF ANY KIND IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN THIS SWEEPSTAKES. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED...
The Radio Control show Celebrates it’s 200th Episode
Watch and Win! Presented by HobbyKing It’s never been a better time to become a fan of The Radio Control...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Ryan Maifield Wins Pro Buggy
Five days of inconsistent weather and consistently incredible racing action concluded with a stunning drive from the local favorite, as...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Pro Truck A-Main Final
If you weren’t here in Phoenix, AZ to watch Ty Tessman outduel Jared Tebo, Adam Drake, and the other 12...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Saturday Interviews
It’s the final day of the 2013 Nitro Challenge and last night was an amazing Pro Truck main event, with...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Ty Tessman Wins Pro Truck
Though the results of tonight’s Pro Truck final weren’t what was expected after watching three rounds of qualifying on Thursday,...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Austin Blair Interview
A Main Hobbies team driver driver and Tekno RC frontman (front kid?) Austin Blair has had a great weekend so...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Final Qualifying Results
It was another late night, but qualifying for the 2013 The Dirt Nitro Challenge is officially over. It’s nothing but...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, Round Two
Just like yesterday, the first round TQ sealed the deal early and left everyone fighting for the second spot on...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, First Round
Buggy qualifying is underway at the Fear Farm, and it took just a few corners into the first heat this...
The Radio Control Show 199
Don’t miss this week’s show where we take a look at Traxxas Motosports, how to submit to Readers’ Rides, contests,...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Ronda Drake Interview
We caught up with Ronda Drake, wife of the TLR pro and Pro Truck TQ here at the Fear Farm...
2013 Nitro Challenge – Day One Recap
The 14th annual The Dirt Nitro Challenge got off to a strange start, with a storm bringing rain and snow...
RC4WD 1/14 4×8 Armageddon Hydraulic Dump Truck
This realistic truck comes pre-assembled and features a full metal two speed tranny, a rear axle that you can remotely...
Hobby King, Harlem Shakes [Video]
If you have been anywhere on the web this past week, then there’s no way you could have missed “Harlem...
The Cliche RC Action Chase [Video]
We all remember the “RC Car Chase” video that went viral a few months ago….well here is another, part 2...
The Dirt Nitro Challenge
This is the fourteenth time that the calendar of notable RC races kicks off with the biggest nitro offroad race...
Pro-Line February 2013 New Releases
Pro-Line releases a ton of new gear including this great looking Rat Rod body for your Traxxas 1/16 E-Revo. Check...
Traxxas Fielding Two Trucks In Inaugural 2013 Season Of Robby Gordon OFF-ROAD’s Stadium SUPER Trucks (SST)
Traxxas®, the Fastest Name in Radio Control® has announced their commitment to a two-truck franchise for the inaugural 2013 season...
XRAY XB9 1/8 Off-Road Nitro 4WD Buggy
XRAY announces that they have updated the XB9 with tons of new features. Check them all out in the press...
Traxxas Driver Courtney Force Takes Home The Win At The NHRA Winternationals
After grabbing her third No. 1 qualifier of her career, Courtney Force wrapped up the weekend today with her second...
T.A. Emerald Performance Plus 4 Electronic Cleaner
This new and improved cleaner is safe on plastics and removes dirt, dust, and many other contaminants that build up...
Pit Tips: Second Life [April]
Second Life: When the pins wear out on my off-road tires, I do not throw them away immediately. I save in...
Readers’ Ride: Tamiya Fast Attack [April]
Tamiya Fast Attack Vehicle: Scott’s Tamiya buggy is a combination of stuff from the Tamiya lineup. He started with a Fast...
Jumps, Stunts and Bashing! [Video Of The Week]
A few friends got together in Russia this weekend and had a little bash session in the snow. Here is...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 198]
This week’s episode of The Radio Control Show looks at Traxxas’ aftermarket parts for the Funny Car, the Spektrum AR635...
Team Associated SC10RS RTR Hart & Huntington LiPo Combo
Team Associated announces that their RTR Hart & Huntington SC10 now comes standard with a Reedy LiPo pack and compatible...
ProTek RC “TruTorque” Shock Pliers
These shock pliers are made of aluminum and feature a unique “nut-cracker” design that allows them to used with both...
Spotted: JConcepts SC10B Body
This new body was spotted over the weekend at Motorama as JConcepts drivers were using it to compete with on...
JConcepts Wheel Dishes For Hazard Short Course Wheels
These new wheel dishes are available in 3 different colors and will allow you to give your JConcepts Hazard wheels...
Build: Tamiya DB02 Leonis 1/10th 4wd Electric Buggy
I just received the Tamiya DB02 Leonis 4wd buggy from the RC Car Action home office and it’s time for...
PROTOform PFL128 1/8 Nitro On-Road Body
This new body is EFRA legal and features revised molded-in stiffening contours and the latest in aerodynamic designs. Check out...
Reedy Sonic 540 Mach 2 Brushless Motors
These new motors use dual precision ball bearings, a high-strength balanced sintered rotor, and also feature an optimized air flow...
JConcepts Finnisher Body For The T4.2
JConcepts has updated their Finnisher truck body to fit the new Team Associated Factory Team T4.2 kit. Check out all...
JConcepts Finnisher 1/8 Buggy Wing
We 1st told you about this new wing being spotted at the IFMAR 1/8 Off-Road Nitro Worlds, and today JConcepts...
How To: GO RACING [April Sneak Peek]
First-timer tips for joining the racing scene Each person’s first race experience is very different. I’ve been fortunate to have...
Serpent Viper 977 1/8 Nitro Car
This nitro car is packed with features like new front and rear geometry, an internal drive ratio with new pullies,...
Racers Edge Prime Twin400 Multi-Chemistry Balance Charger
Last week Racers Edge released the SOLO80 battery charger, and today they announced that they now offer the Twin400 which...
AKA Medium Black Closed Cell Inserts For 1/8 Buggy And Short Course Trucks
AKA updates their medium closed cell insert by making it slightly softer than the 1st release, but yet still provide...
Nine Easy Go-Fast Mods
It’s no question – the sensation of speed is one of the most popular aspects of radio control. Racers and...
RC Could Make Airport Travel Even Easier
Anyone who has ever been running late for a flight knows what a pain it can be to haul your...
Teaser: Pro-Line Rat Rod
Pro-Line has released this teaser image of what appears to be a rat rod inspired body and possible some new...
JConcepts Stackers And Black Jackets 1/8 Truggy Tires
These tires were 1st offered only for 1/8 buggies, but today JConcepts announces that they are available for 1/8 truggies...
Avid Aluminum Shock Standoffs With Delrin Bushing For Team Associated 12mm Big Bore Shocks
These new standoffs consist of black anodized 7075 aluminum with a wide base to help prevent screws from bending, plus...
JConcepts Silencer Body For The Mugen MBX-7
JConcepts now offers their new Silencer body design for the World Champ Mugen MBX-7 buggy. Check out the press release...
ProTek RC “Supreme Power” 100C Lipo Batteries
These new packs feature a 100C rating and hard protective case, plus their 2S packs use an innovative 5mm bullet...
iSpy Tank [Video]
RC vehicles that are controlled using a mobile phone are becoming more and more popular everyday. Every month we see...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 197]
Episode 197 of The Radio Control Show, features the Traxxas Slash 4×4 Unlimited, a tech tip on how to remove...
Racers Edge Short Course RaceCase Hauler Bag
Following up last week’s release of the Double Buggy RaceCase Hauler Bag, today Racers Edge announces an updated version of...
AKA Stadium Truck Red Inserts
We were the first to tell you about these new inserts, and today AKA officially releases them to the public....
Check Out The All New Radio Control Zone Forums
Come check out the newly redesigned Radio Control Zone forums with over 10 years of RC Car and Airplane content....
HPI RTR Nitro Savage X 4.6
This monster truck is packed with features like a 2.4GHz radio system, new pre-painted GT-3 truck body, and $65 worth...
Traxxas Revo 3.3 Now Available With Traxxas TQi Docking Base And Telemetry System
This new Revo comes standard with a Traxxas TQi docking base and telemetry system, plus it also includes a 5-channel...
AKA Handlebar Tire Line
These new tires provide stability and traction on hard-packed surfaces, and they were just used by top drivers Jared Tebo...
Tamiya 1/14 Tractor Truck Mercedes-Benz Actros 1851 GigaSpace
This new kit uses a gearbox and solid axle drive-train, friction damper shocks, and a 3-speed transmission. Read the press...
Traxxas T-Maxx 3.3 Now Available With Traxxas TQi Docking Base And Telemetry System
Traxxas has updated their popular T-Maxx 3.3 with their TQi 2.4GHz radio system with docking base, plus factory-installed telemetry sensors...
The Radio Control Show 197
This week’s Radio Control Show features an in depth look at the Traxxas Slash 4×4 Ultimate, a crazy RC plane...
HPI RTR Gasoline 1/5 Baja 5B 2.0
We first told you yesterday about the gasoline powered 1/5 Baja 5SC getting an update for 2013 . HPI has...
Atomik V2MR 1/10 2WD Off-Road Buggy Kit
This new buggy features the ability to run in a mid or rear motor configuration, plus it includes titanium tie...
Teaser: X Factory X – 6 Cubed
Looks like X Factory has a new mid motor 2WD buggy in the works called the X – 6 Cubed. ...
Team Associated Factory Team Machined And Tapered 12mm Shock Pistons
Team Associated has released new pistons for their 12mm big bore shocks that will allow you to improve the handling...
HPI RTR Gasoline 1/5 Baja 5SC
The HPI Baja 5SC gets updated with a fresh new look for 2013, plus more details are available about their...
PROTOform Gen3-D Oval Race Body
This new body is modeled after full size cars that compete in the NASCAR Nationwide Series, and features include “kicked-up”...
Traxxas Slash 4×4 Low-CG Conversion Kit
First introduced in the Slash 4X4 Platinum Edition, this low CG chassis is now available as an upgrade kit for...
KO Propo ICS-USB Adapter And EX-1 KIY Version 2
KO Propo has released a high speed USB adapter and updated software for their popular EX-1 KIY radio system. Check...
Readers’ Ride Of The Year [March Sneak Peek]
By Michael Wortel Since its inception, “Readers’ Rides” has been one of the most popular and coveted columns of RC...
Racers Edge Prime Solo80 Multi-Chemistry Balance Charger
This new charger features an integrated battery deck with a custom foam pad to secure your packs as you charge...
Sick RC Stunt Driving [Video Of The Week]
Although this clip is a few years old, we have yet to see any RC stunt devils put together such...
Thunder Tiger Volans 1M Trimaran Racing Yacht
This boat features a tri-hull design, tear resistant sails, and even a display stand when you aren’t sailing the seas....
Team Associated T4 12mm Hex Drive Parts
Team Associated recently announced their new Factory Team T4.2 kit that features all 12mm hex wheels. If you have a...
Racers Edge Double Buggy RaceCase Hauler Bag
This bag is available in two colors, includes a removal tool tray and external pockets, plus it can hold two...
TLR’s TEN-SCT Nitro
We’ve watched short course trucks rocket into the spotlight thanks to their scale looks and realistic handling. Whether you’re a...
Orion Neo 550 Brushless Motor And Vortex R10 SC WP ESC Combos
Orion has released a new 4 pole motor that comes available in a combo with their new waterproof Vortex R10...
TrakPower 2S LiPo And LiFe Receiver Packs
These new packs are available in flat or hump configurations, and will be available just in time for the upcoming...
MuchMore Racing LED Light Setup Board
Dial in your setup while you light up the sky with this new LED setup board from MuchMore. Check out...
Spotted: Trinity “Bee” LiPos
These new LiPos debuted at the 2013 Snowbird Nationals last week. Trinity said these 1S packs will retail for $26.50...
Saturday: Last Chance Qualifiers and B-main Bump ‘n Runs
Saturday at the Snowbird Nationals brings mixed emotions from the racers. On one hand, everyone gets one more qualifier to...
Snowbird Nationals 2013 – Friday Recap
All Business In The Ballroom All the participants here at the 19th annual Snowbird Nationals are now in “serious” mode...
Duratrax RTR Evader EXT2.4
Duratrax has updated their popular Evader stadium truck to make it a true RTR package. This new rig comes standard...
The Radio Control Show 196
This week’s show features the new Horizon Hobby Vaterra brand, an interview with Wayne Carini of Chasing Classic Cars, an...
Snowbird Nationals 2013 – Thursday Recap
Words by Greg Sharpe Photos by Greg Rojna of RCActionPics.com Thursday: The excuses end as the racing begins At 7am...
Snowbird Nationals 2013 – Wednesday Recap
Words by Greg Sharpe Photos by Greg Rojna of RCActionPics.com Controlled Practice, Controlled Chaos The last full day of practice...
AquaCraft RTR Rescue 17 Fireboat
This new boat is RTR with a pre-installed 17 piece LED lighting system, working water cannon that can shoot water...
DE Racing Borrego SC Wheels For The Team Durango DESC210 And DESC410
DE Racing now offers their popular Borrego wheeks for the Team Durango DESC210 and DESC410. Check out the press release...
Dynamite Reaction Series LiPo Batteries
This new line of batteries are available in 2S and 3S configurations and feature a hard case and pre-wired with...
Racing in a distant, far away land.
I spent last week outside of my comfortable Southern California bubble, leaving behind 80+ degree weather and clear skies to...
Reedy Race of Champions – 4wd Invitational Rounds 3, 4, 5 and 6. 70 minutes of racing action! [VIDEO]
The final day of the Reedy Off-Road Race of Champions brought arguably the tightest fight for the title in Reedy Race...
Snowbird Nationals Opening Day
Racers began piling into the Worldgate Resort as early as last Saturday, but Tuesday was the first time they would...
Dynamite Prophet Sport Quattro AC/DC Charger
This new charger can charge up to 4 packs at one time, has a built in AC/DC power supply, and...
AquaCraft Lucas Oil FE Catamaran
This new boat is available in 2 options, and features a water cooled brushless motor, 60A ESC, and even has...
TLR 8IGHT 3.0 Kit
The 8IGHT gets updated with improved suspension geometry, a gen 3 radio tray, improved body, wing, shock shafts, and more....
Horizon Hobby Launches Vaterra Brand
Adventure Driven – the first four releases in Horizon Hobby’s new Vaterra line of RC cars are ready to recreate...
Team Associated RC10T4.2 Factory Team Kit
This new kit is packed with great features like 12mm big bore shocks, 12mm blue aluminum front and rear clamping...
Spotted: Trinity Revtech Motor And Battery Case
These new cases are being debuted at the 2013 Snowbird Nationals this week. The case uses foam inserts so you...
TLR TEN-SCTE 2.0 Kit
TLR has released a 2.0 kit version of their popular TEN-SCTE 4WD short course truck. New features include a redesigned...
Snowbirds Nationals Live Coverage 2013
RC Car Action will be streaming live coverage all weekend long from the Snowbird Nationals! Stay tuned for a 24-hour...
Team Associated B44.2 Factory Team
Since its inception, the B44 has been on the cutting edge in the 4WD buggy class. Considering its humble origins...
HPI Bullet 3.0 ST
HPI is known for bringing solid design and craftsmanship to all of its cars and trucks, building machines ready to...
DHK Hobby Optimus 4×4
Evolution is a great thing; in just a matter of decades, we’ve seen the fastest racecars in RC improve by...
SKY CAR + Onboard Cam [Video Of The Week]
The Flying Sky Car is back. With a flying Traxxas E-Revo VXL and onboard cam we go bashing around at the...
Serpent Spyder SRX-2 1/10 2WD Buggy
Serpent has released some CAD images of their new off-road buggy they are developing. Check out the info in the...
2013 Reedy Race of Champions – Final Results!
A spectacular weekend of racing is in the books at West Coast RC Raceway following a full day of heads-up...
Spotted: Orion’s New VST2 Pro Brushless Motor (Updated)
***UPDATE 1-28-13*** Orion has released a better looking image of this new motor. It was just used last weekend at...
Reedy Race of Champions – 4wd Invitational Rounds 1 and 2 [VIDEO]
The racing was as close as ever on Saturday in the Invitational division. This second day of competition marked the...
Reedy Race of Champions – Saturday Photo Gallery
The 2013 Reedy International Offroad Race of Champions just wrapped up its second day of action packed racing and Saturday’s...
Reedy Race of Champions – Halfway Update
RC Car Action is live on the scene at West Coast RC Raceway for the 2013 Reedy Race of Champions!...
The Radio Control Show 195
Don’t miss out on this week’s episode of The Radio Control Show! This time, we take a look at how...
Facebook Giveaway: DHK Zombie 8E
Global Hobby recently introduced their exciting new line of DHK Hobby Ready-To-Runs aimed at providing a durable, fast, exciting driving...
Orion Advantage Touch Advance 10A AC/DC Charger
Orion adds another touch screen charger to their Advantage line of products. This new charger can charge up to 10amps...
Spotted: JConcepts Fin Turnbuckles
The 2013 Reedy International Off-Road Race of Champions officially kicked off today with 3 rounds of controlled practice. Also kicking...
2013 Reedy International Race of Champions
What started as a birthday celebration evolved into an event that rivals the World Championships in the levels of competition...
Horizon Hobby Announces A New Product Line
Horizon Hobby released this teaser video of a new product line that they will be debuting on 1/30/13 which is...
Orion Vortex VST2 Pro 1/8 Sensored Brushless Motors
Yesterday we told you about a teaser image of Orion’s upcoming 1/10 VST2 Pro motors, but today they have confirmed...
AKA Red Closed Cell Inserts For 1/10 Stadium Truck
It looks like AKA is getting closer to releasing their new truck inserts. These foams were just used at the...
Orion Advantage ONE 406 AC/DC Charger
Orion has released another Advantage ONE charger, and this model can charge up to 6 amps, uses an integrated balance...
Traxxas Rider Tyla Rattray Moves Up In Points At Anaheim 2 Supercross
Traxxas’ Monster Energy/Pro Circuit/Kawasaki riders Tyla Rattray and Martin Davalos lined up for another exciting round of 2013 Monster Energy...
Kyosho Ready Set 1/7 Nitro Scorpion XXL Buggy
Previously the Scorpion XXL buggy was only available as an electric vehicle, but now Kyosho offers it in a nitro...
ProTek RC Digital Servos Receive New Specs
ProTek announces new specifications on their popular servos they released last fall. Check out the press release below for the...
Orion Advantage ONE 405 AC/DC Charger
This new charger can handle 2 to 4 cell LiPos, uses an integrated balance plug, and charges at 1 – 4...
FTW Night Fox Body For The Mugen MBX7
FTW now offers their popular Night Fox body for the World Champion Mugen MBX7 1/8 nitro buggy. Check out the...
Orion Double Connector Hardcase LiPo Battery
Orion raises the bar again with their new double connector LiPo battery. This pack features dos connectors which will greatly...
Tamiya Ferrari F2012 (F104 Chassis)
This new kit features a solid axle drive train, uses friction damping shocks, and is a fully licensed Ferrari product. ...
RC (Super)crosses over
The connection between RC and short course off-road racing was a no-brainer; after all, it’s exactly what we do but...
Tamiya Farm King Wheelie
This new kit comes with a ESC, gear differential, and uses a fully independent double wishbone suspension. Check out the...
Orion Marathon LiPo RX Battery Pack
These new RX packs boast a large capacity rating and are available in a hump layout. Check out the press...
Pro-Line January 2013 New Releases
Pro-Line releases a ton of new gear including 7 new tires, a track bag, PRO-2 Performance Accessories, and more. Check...
Latest Upgraded Parts For The #9041 RC10B4.2 Factory Team Kit
The new #9041 RC10B4.2 Factory Team kit has the following new items available to it, many included. Available February-March 2013....
MIP C-CVDs, Super Diff, And Bypass1 Pistons For Kyosho 2WD Vehicles
MIP’s popular C-CVDs, Super Diff, and Bypass1 Shocks are now available for the Kyosho 2WD lineup of vehicles. Check out...
The Radio Control Show 194
It’s time for another episode of The Radio Control Show. Today we take an in depth look at the Team...
Mercedes Terrell And Summer Daniels Confirmed For Reedy International Off-Road Race Of Champions
The Reedy Race is pleased to welcome back 2012 Miss Reedy Race, Mercedes Terrell, and would like to welcome her...
Spotted: Prototype Tekin Pro4 HD Brushless Motor
It looks like Tekin has a new motor in the works. Here is a spy shot of their new HD...
Serpent 411 Eryx 2.0 190mm Touring Car
This new touring car is loaded with great features like an independent suspension, a carbon fiber chassis and top deck,...
Axial Rubicon Trail Adventure [March Sneak Peek]
Trail Proven By Erich Reichert When developing the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon, Jeep Chrysler set out to design an off-roading...
Traxxas Funny Car Aluminum Accessories And Ultra Premium Tire Glue
Traxxas releases their new Ultra Premium tire glue that is certified for 100mph speed runs, plus anodized aluminum upgrades for...
Autosport GT Cup: Team Associated’s Olly Jefferies Wins
Event Name: Autosport GT Cup Event Location: Birmingham, England Event Date(s): January 12, 2013 to January 13, 2013 The NEC...
Axial Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon Kit
This new kit is packed with tons of full scale officially licensed gear like a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon body,...
Reedy Men’s And Women’s 3D T-Shirts
These comfortable T-shirts come in several sizes – ready for you to show off your proud affiliation with Reedy Power!...
MIP C-CVDs And Bypass1 Shocks For The TLR 22T And 22SCT
MIP’s popular C-CVDs and Bypass1 Shocks are now available for the TLR 22T and 22SCT trucks. Check out the press...
The Dirt Presents the 14th Annual Nitro Challenge
Many of you have requested a place to find all of the information regarding the BIGGEST GAS RACE OF THE...
2013 Readers’ Choice Awards [Survey]
It’s that time of year again. Think back to 2012, which RC Brands made the biggest difference in the hobby...
Pit Tips: Pot Car Stand [March]
Pot Car Stand: Terra cotta plant pots make great car stands if you are in a pinch, especially when they are...
Readers’ Rides: Traxxas Slash [March]
Traxxas Slash: Scott did this killer Black Cat Fireworks paint scheme for his 14-year-old son. Underneath this Parma Rattler body...
Novak Releases A 12.5mm High-Torque Rotor, Ultra Low-Resistance Stators, And Super-Tuner Upgrade Brain Board
Novak has released a ton of new accessories to help you upgrade your orange powered ride, including a 12.5mm high-torque...
Reedy 5700mAh 65C 7.4V Saddle Pack Competition LiPo Battery
These new saddle packs have a large 5700mah capacity and feature a 65C continuous discharge rating. Check out more in...
JConcepts SC10 Carbon Fiber Front Body Mount, B44.2 Monroe Carbon Fiber Battery Brace, And Traxxas Silent Speed Spur Gear
JConcepts releases new carbon fiber gear including this front body mount for the SC10 that will help to provide more...
Dynamite RC January 2013 Releases
Dynamite RC releases a ton of new gear including the Fuze brushless ESC that is waterproof, LiPo and NiMH compatiable,...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 193]
Today’s episode features the all new Traxxas DR-1 RC Dual Rotor helicopter. We also get a great tip on making...
Traxxas and John Force Racing Add Brittany Force To Team In Top Fuel Dragster
John Force Racing, Inc., NHRA drag racing’s most successful Funny Car team, announced Thursday an historic expansion that for the...
Novak Micro Pro Brushless ESC And 8.5T Brushless Motor Combo
Novak releases a new Micro Pro Brushless ESC that is also avaialble in a 8.5T motor combo. Check out the...
Orion VDS2-HV Digital Servos
These new high-voltage servos from Orion are waterproof, use dual ball bearings, a coreless motor, and all metal gears. Check...
Team Associated RC10B4.2 Factory Team Kit
5 Consecutive I.F.M.A.R. World Championships 5 Time R.O.A.R. National Champion Multiple World, National and European titles Resting on our accomplishments...
Panther Orange Closed Cell Foam For 1/10 Buggy Tires
Panther announces that they now offer closed cell foam for 1/10 buggy tires like 2WD front/rear and 4WD front. Check...
Reedy 7000mAh 65C 7.4V Competition LiPo Battery
This new LiPo from Reedy uses a durable hard case, 4mm socket connectors to reduce resistance, and even boasts a...
KO PROPO Off-Road Championship: Team Associated Wins 3 Mod Classes
Event Name: KO PROPO Off-Road Championship Event Location: West Coast R/C Raceway, La Mirada, CA Event Date(s): January 5, 2013...
2013 Reedy International Off-Road Race Of Champions Promotional Video & Schedule Info
In just a few weeks, the Reedy International Off Road Race of Champions returns with the deepest field of competitors...
Traxxas’ Pro Circuit Riders Tough Supercross Season Opener
The 2013 Monster Energy Supercross season kicked off this past Saturday at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif. Traxxas’ Monster Energy/Pro...
Online Coverage Of The 2013 Novak Off-Road Race At The Plex (Videos Added)
This past weekend I headed back over to Omaha, NE for the 2013 Novak Off-Road Race. This is the 2nd...
1/8 HPI KenBlock WR8 RC – Snow Rally [Video of the week]
We’ve seen a lot of videos of drivers taking their car out in the snow, but we haven’t seen to...
JConcepts Illuzion 2012 Chevy 1500 Silverado Rustler XL-5 Body And Traxxas Rally, Slash 4×4 Platinum Over-Tray
JConcepts releases a new Chevy truck body for the Traxxas Rustler XL-5, plus a new overtray for Traxxas low CG...
RPM Heavy Duty Rear Black A-Arms For The Traxxas Bandit
RPM releases rear a-arms for the Traxxas Bandit that increase the overall strength, plus they will also help to reduce...
LRP Flow WorksTeam ESC: In Stock And Shipping + Firmware Updates
With an already outstanding pre-release performance at the 2012 I.F.M.A.R. TC Worlds, 2012 Off Road R.O.A.R. Super Nationals, KO Grand...
Question of the Day
Check out the question of the week below, and participate in the discussion on YouTube or Facebook. Click here to...
JConcepts 2013 Indoor National Series Announced
Are you ready to take the title? JConcepts, together with many fine sponsors and race tracks, have organized a first...
X Factory X – 60CF Stadium Truck Conversion Kit
Team drivers have been running this conversion kit for a while now as we reported earlier, but now this new...
Epic RC Awesomeness – Best of 2012 [Team CORR Crew Video]
Here is some great racing and bashing footage from Team CORR. These videos were taken in 2012. Some great clips...
The Radio Control Show [Episode 192]
Check out another episode of The Radio Control Show where we take a look at the Atomik Metal Mlisha Brian...
Silverlit Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG [RC Car]
This car is perfect for many reasons. We find it perfect because of 3 in particular, number 1 being that...
Duratrax 1/10 And 1/8 Onyx Brushless Systems
Duratrax has released a new Onyx brushless motor and ESC product line which is packed with features like pre-installed gold...
JConcepts Stackers And Black Jackets 1/8 Buggy Tires
JConcepts has released two new 1/8 buggy tires to the public and both are available in multiple compounds, unmounted and...
Castle Creations Mamba Monster 2 ESC
Unleash your RC beast with the new Mamba Monster 2!. This new ESC features a continuous amperage of 120A, supports...
Team Associated RePlay XD720 HD Camera System
Become a RC YouTube hero with the new RePlay XD720 HD. This versatile camera can be mounted nearly anywhere and...
RC4WD Mickey Thompson iPhone 5 Case
This new phone case features an officially licensed Mickey Thompson Baja Claw tread pattern and will not only look cool...
O.S. Engine 12XZ Speed Spec III
This new engine is packed with features like a new cylinder liner and piston for more torque and fuel mileage,...
ProTek R/C Prodigy “TakeCharge” USB Charging Adaptor
This unique USB adapter will allow you to charge numerous electronic devices using your existing 2S-4S Lipo, LiFe, and /Li-Ion...
Castle Creations Sidewinder 3 ESC
Castle updates their popular Sidewinder ESC with new circuitry for faster response time and more reliability, plus it supports 2s...
Neil Cragg Re-signs With Team Associated For A Multi-Year Deal
The RC racing version of silly season is upon us, with manufacturers scrambling to secure drivers for this year’s full...
RC-Lights DELUXBRAKE 14 LED Controller
With this new device you can power up an impressive 14 LEDs which is perfect for your next scale project...
ST Racing Concepts Option Parts For The Traxxas Slash 2WD And Monster Jam/Stampede Trucks
STRC releases a ton of new upgrades for popular Traxxas vehicles which will both add style and performance to your...
JConcepts Announces Products That Fit The Traxxas Rally Car
If you Santa hooked you up with a new Traxxas Rally car this Christmas and you are already looking to...
A Main Hobbies And BMiller Racing Sponsor The Pay It Forward Charity Race
Here is something you won’t see on ESPN during this college bowl season. 🙂 Former NBA All-Star Brad Miller teamed...
Team Associated SC10B RS – RAGE CAGE!
Award-winning platform with scale appeal! There’s no doubt that questions about Team Associated bringing an SC buggy to market have...
Karl Hill’s RC Surfer [GoPro Footage]
Found this video and thought it was pretty cool how they put this RC Surfer together. We always seem to...