When you hear the term “muscle car,” specific models and nameplates come to mind. For some, it may be ‘Cuda or Malibu, but another name that’s undoubtedly in the mix is “Goat”. The Pontiac GTO, affectionately known as “The Goat,” is truly one of the classics for muscle car performance and style. Whether you’ve dreamt… Continue Reading
When you hear the term “muscle car,” specific models and nameplates come to mind. For some, it may be ‘Cuda or Malibu, but another name that’s undoubtedly in the mix is “Goat”. The Pontiac GTO, affectionately known as “The Goat,” is truly one of the classics for muscle car performance and style. Whether you’ve dreamt… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has released a new body for the 1/8-scale ARRMA Kraton 6S. If you’re craving a fresh, new look for your brushless-powered beast, take a look at Pro-Line’s 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Body. Designed with details matching the 1:1 Chevrolet Silverado, this eighth-scale polycarbonate body combines rugged looks with sleek, sharp lines. The body… Continue Reading
If you’re looking for a new “go fast” R/C model to rip around with, Losi and Horizon Hobby have given the Tenacity TT Pro Brushless Short Course Truck an electronics overhaul. While it remains untouched on the outside, this 1/10-scale, ready-to-run (RTR) machine now features a Spektrum radio system and Spektrum Smart technology. For its… Continue Reading
When you’re building or updating the wheels on an R/C vehicle, the number of options available seems endless. While that can be overwhelming, it’s a great opportunity to try new things, whether it’s the visual style, size, wheel material, or a combination of attributes. I recently decided to transform one of my radio-controlled trail trucks… Continue Reading
Summer may be drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean your hobby fun needs to come to an end. Tower Hobbies is closing out the final day of summer with its 2021 “End of Summer Sale” where you can save up to 25% off select radio-controlled models, accessories, and more. The sale prices are… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Carisma Scale Adventure’s SCA-1E Prairie Wolf RTR [Video]](https://i0.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Carisma-Scale-Adventure-Prairie-Wolf-Outdoors.jpg?fit=2048%2C1365&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Radio-controlled crawlers and trail trucks are often predictable in their appearance. The market is filled with pickup trucks and rugged SUVs, but what if you want something different? Don’t get me wrong, I love a good ol’ pickup truck, but sometimes you need to stand out from the crowd. Well, if that’s your R/C adventure… Continue Reading
To say Carisma Scale Adventure has been busy in 2021 is an understatement. With a slew of new releases and updated models in their rear-view mirror, it’s been exciting to see what other goodies they have in store. Their latest release should be a welcomed sight for fans of scale crawlers that want a rig… Continue Reading
![Go on an Adventure with the Traxxas TRX-4 2021 Ford Bronco [Video]](https://i1.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Traxxas-TRX-4-2021-Ford-Bronco-LED-Light-Kit-Video.jpg?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
A showcase of Traxxas’ latest R/C crawler and Pro Scale Advanced Lighting Kit The latest version of the Traxxas TRX-4 is, without a doubt, one of my favorite R/C crawlers. Fresh out of the box, it’s a stunning scale rig, but there are also a number of upgrades that have been released for this rig,… Continue Reading
Team Associated is growing its DR10 dragster lineup with its latest release, the DR10 Pro Reakt Lucas Oil RTR. Shedding the DR10’s muscle car body for a sleek, pro-stock lid, this brushless-powered dragster has a sleek appearance that’s ready to rip. The new version of the DR10 features the same chassis design and power plant… Continue Reading
![An Elemental Overhaul: My “Pro-Lineified” Element RC Enduro Sendero RTR [Video]](https://i0.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Pro-Lineified-Element-Enduro.jpg?fit=1920%2C1080&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
When you start upgrading an R/C machine, whether it’s a go-fast speedster or a trail-loving crawler, it’s easy to run a bit wild. Start with a set of tires, and before you know it, you’ve got new wheels, shocks, and a hot new body on your rig. In fact, that’s exactly how I went about… Continue Reading
Bittydesign has a knack for crafting stunning R/C bodies, and their latest keeps that trend rolling. Breaking away from on-road and off-road bodies, their latest creation is the ZL21 No-Prep Drag Racing Body. With a shape and features that mimic the current Chevy Camaro, the ZL21 is a modern-day stunner that should look great on… Continue Reading
Alongside its refreshed SCA-1E Coyote 2.1 Kit release, Carisma Scale Adventure has also released a new version of its SCA-1E 2.1 1981 Range Rover Kit. Based on its first-generation Range Rover Kit, the 2.1 brings a new transmission, reconfigured chassis, and more. The SCA-1E 2.1 features Carisma’s ATT (Anti Torque Twist) transmission, retro-styled beadlock wheels,… Continue Reading
Element RC is running a special on its Gatekeeper RTR Rock Crawler Buggy (#40111). Regularly priced at $369.99 for one, you can get a discount when you buy two, paying only $678.00. The Gatekeeper is a capable, durable off-road machine that’s great for trails, rock courses, and everywhere in-between based on the popular Enduro platform.… Continue Reading
Carisma Scale Adventure has released a refreshed kit for those who love configuring every aspect of their R/C trail machines. The SCA-1E Coyote 2.1 Kit features all of the benefits of the SCA-1E 2.1 in kit form, ready for you to customize. This new kit features Carisma’s ATT (Anti Torque Twist) transmission, a chassis-mounted servo,… Continue Reading
I sure do love tires. There’s something about a fresh set of rubber on an R/C machine that brings new life and a new set of possibilities into play. When it comes to crawler and trail truck tires, I have gravitated toward the big, beefy options from Pro-Line Racing’s XL lineup. While these tires fit… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has released a new body for the Traxxas MAXX and E-Revo 2.0, the 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD Clear Monster Truck Body. This new lid features the same styling found on the 1:1 Silverado but shrunk down to 1/10-scale. The body is made from durable Lexan polycarbonate, allowing it to withstand just about anything… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Element RC’s Knightrunner RTR [Video]](https://i0.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Element-RC-Knightrunner-RTR-Action.jpg?fit=1280%2C853&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
The latest 1/10-scale truck in Element RC’s lineup looks like it was driven right off the showroom floor…and into a customization shop. The Enduro Knightrunner RTR is a decked-out, ready-to-run (RTR) trail truck that features some big-name partnerships and jaw-dropping details. Before this truck hits hobby store shelves, get a feel for how it performs… Continue Reading
Element RC has enjoyed a fun yet busy summer with new kit and RTR releases. The recently-released Enduro Ecto and second-generation Enduro Builder’s Kit 2 were just the opening acts for Element RC’s latest release, the Enduro Knightrunner RTR. Thanks to a partnership with Knight Customs, they’ve introduced a new, ready-to-run (RTR) 1/10-scale trail truck… Continue Reading
![Taking Pro-Line’s 1.9″ BFGoodrich K02 A/T Tires for a Spin [Video]](https://i0.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Pro-Line-K02.jpg?fit=1920%2C1080&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
For as long as I can remember, my go-to crawler tire upgrades have always been from Pro-Line Racing’s “XL” series. While these tires use a 1.9” inner diameter they are, as they say, large and in charge. Usually taller and wider than any set of stock, ready-to-run (RTR) tires, the XL series offers amazing traction… Continue Reading
Traxxas is getting into the paint game with the release of its ProGraphix Polycarbonate R/C Body Paint. This new aerosol spray paint lineup includes over twenty colors, each with its own distinct visual style. The ProGraphix paint lineup features standard, metallic, fluorescent, and specialty colors, including a black acrylic chrome backer to help you get… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has a new set of beadlock wheels for the 1.55″ “super-scale” crowd. Their Slot Mag 1.55″ Aluminum Composite Internal Bead-Loc Wheels combine the beauty of an aluminum wheel face with the lightweight durability of plastic, giving you a best-of-both-worlds wheel for your radio-controlled trail truck. With an outer diameter of 1.55 inches, these wheels… Continue Reading
Fast, lightweight, and fun. This description not only fits the Toyota GR 86 to a T, but it’s also a perfect description of Tamiya’s latest 1/10-scale on-road kit. The TT-02 Toyota GR86 faithfully replicates the visual styling of Toyota’s two-door fun car, which rides atop Tamiya’s well-established TT-02 chassis. Powered by an included 540-size motor,… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has introduced a new option for fans of smaller beadlock R/C crawler wheels. Their Keystone 1.55″ Black Plastic Internal Bead-Loc Wheels aim to offer both durability and style while providing a fresh new look for your 1/10-scale radio-controlled trail machine. Made from durable plastic, these wheels feature a D-hole design pattern that should look… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has gone all-in on the sport of R/C drag racing, and they continue to show their support for this unique aspect of the hobby with the ultra-unique 1972 Ford Pinto Clear Body. Based on the 1:1 1970s hatchback, this body is designed for radio-controlled dragsters with a shorter wheelbase, offering up something just outside… Continue Reading