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Shocks, or dampers, are probably the most overlooked part when tuning any RC vehicle. Other than changing the oils and springs, it’s a rare case that people experiment with any of the other shocks options. …

With the inherent dangers of LiPo batteries, most tracks (and almost all big races) require you to have some sort of LiPo charging bag. This is great for Offroad or Touring Cars where removal is …

I have a scenario for you. You show up at the track on race day. You pull out your tool box (which looks more like the cart a homeless person would push around) and you …

Hitec has released a new touch screen charger that is sure to catch the eye of those who want this type of technology sitting in their pits. The X1 Touch is the little brother to …

Up until now, the choices for 1/7-scale on-road bodies have been pretty limited (and pretty expensive). KillerBody RC has taken advantage of that gaping hole and released a full line-up of bodies for this genre …

HPI’s Savage has seen many variations over the past couple years. There’s been the Savage 21, the Savage SS, the Savage Flux (E-version) and even the upcoming Savage XL Octane. It’s a versatile platform that …

Team Associated has been designing competitive racing machines since they built their first 1/8-scale on-road car back in 1969. During the first few years, the RC12E made its debut; a simple, lightweight car that was …

Dynamite has recently added a new series of brushless race motors, the DPS, or Dynamite Platinum Sensored series, to their lineup. Available in a multitude of winds, this motor offers a few cool features that …

Axial’s Wraith has always been one of my favorite RC cars to drive. Its combination of speed and crawling ability allows me to drive it just about anywhere depending on my mood or who I’m …

The monster truck scene has been in a bit of a lull lately, but Team Associated is hoping to change all that with the release of their new E-MT, the Rival. This truck is based …