JConcepts is getting into the scaler ring with the addition of their Ford Atlas Trail Body. Designed specifically for Vaterra’s Ascender trail truck, this body will work with a variety of 1.9″ trail/scale trucks that …
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HPI / Maverick Adds Two New Models – iON DT and iON RX
Maverick RC has extended their product range by adding 2 new vehicles into their iON lineup. The iON DT (Desert Truck) and iON RX (Rallycross) are a pair of 1/18 scale electric vehicles that share …
Read More »Xpert RC PI-3402 and PM-3402 Low-Profile Servos
Xpert RC USA has released a pair of low-profile servos perfect for vehicles where space is limited. Each of these servos features updated brushless motors and a new, heavy duty gear set. Specs are pretty …
Read More »Dromida Brushless 1/18 Scale – SC4, MT4, BX4, DB4, DT4
Big news in a small package from Dromida! They’ve just released a new line of 1/18th scale vehicles that is sure to keep get your adrenaline pumping! Featuring an impressive brushless system, these little powerhouses …
Read More »RC4WD Fuel Mud Gripper M/T 1.7″ Scale Tires
RC4WD wants you rolling on the best rubber available, so they’re offering these scale 1.7″ M/T tires called the Fuel Mud Gripper. Using an advanced X2 SS compound (SS, for Super Soft & Super Sticky), …
Read More »Axial Wraith Spawn 4WD Kit
Axial has taken their popular Wraith Spawn RTR and turned it into a kit! Featuring all the RTR Wraith parts, Axial has also added some aftermarket goodies that you would normally upgrade down the line. …
Read More »Team Associated B5M – In Rapid Prototyping Form
Team Associated posted a few rare pix on their Facebook page of their newest mid-motor buggy, the B5M. These aren’t just any pix, however, these are pre-production shots of the buggy in SLA (or rapid-prototyping) …
Read More »RC4WD Fuel Offroad Maverick 1.9″ Beadlock Wheels
Looking to add some new wheels to your scale trail truck? If so, you’ll want to check out RC4WD’s stunning Maverick 1.9″ beadlock wheels. Originally designed by Fuel Offroad, these beautiful replicas are CNC machined …
Read More »MIP Pucks R-CVD Drive System for Team Associated T5M
Designed for stock class racing, MIP has released their popular Bi-Metal R-CVD Puck system for Team Associated’s T5M. This system is different from the standard C-CVD as it utilizes a keyed joint to connect the …
Read More »RPM Front & Rear Shock Hoops and Body Mounts for the Axial SCX10
RPM has released a full set of shock hoops and body mounts Axial’s SCX10 trail truck. These shock hoops offer multiple shock-mounting locations (7, to be exact) to tune your SCX10 to whatever the trail …
Read More »Traxxas Skully and Craniac 2WD Monster Trucks
Traxxas has released two new 2WD monster trucks; Skully and Craniac. Based on the popular Stampede, both trucks feature new bodies that are a far cry from your typical MT shell. Everything you need to …
Read More »National Retail Hobby Stores Association – NRSHA Las Vegas 2015
CompetitionX was at the 2015 National Retail Hobby Stores Association (NRSHA) held at The Orleans in sunny Las Vegas, Nevada. This event is for manufacturers, dealers and media only so we had a chance to …
Read More »Panther Ocelot 1/8 Scale Buggy Tire
Panther has released a new 1/8 scale tire called the Ocelot. This tire is formulated in the companies new “Z” series of compounds, designed to extend wear while still providing excellent grip. The Ocelot is …
Read More »HPI/Maverick Releases the 1/8 Scale DesertWolf and TimberWolf
Two new 1/8 scale releases from Maverick RC (in conjunction with HPI Europe) include the DesertWolf 4WD Buggy and TimberWolf 4WD Short Course Truck, both lightweight platforms that come loaded with super-fast, waterproof brushless systems …
Read More »Review: Team C TM4 2WD Buggy
One of my favorite 1/10-scale classes is 4WD buggy. These little ground-level fighter jets can turn almost any track into a fun-filled playground, carving corners and flying high over triple jumps. They’re buff enough to …
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