If you’re new to the hobby or have been involved for a long time, you know that it’s an easy way to spend money. Why not save some of your hard-earned cash on your next R/C purchase with Tower Hobbies’ Holiday Shopping Season Kickoff sale? Between now and October 17, 2022, you can save up… Continue Reading
If you’re new to the hobby or have been involved for a long time, you know that it’s an easy way to spend money. Why not save some of your hard-earned cash on your next R/C purchase with Tower Hobbies’ Holiday Shopping Season Kickoff sale? Between now and October 17, 2022, you can save up… Continue Reading
Who doesn’t love a great deal? If you’re new to the hobby or have been involved for a long time, you know that it’s an easy way to spend money. Why not save some of your hard-earned cash on your next R/C purchase? Horizon Hobby is getting the 2022 holiday shopping season started with its… Continue Reading
When you’re hitting the track, the trail, or just heading out to the backyard for a little R/C relaxation, having a secure, comfortable place to store your gear is a must. ProTek RC has cooked up a new backpack that’s just for R/C enthusiasts. The 1/10 Multi-Function R/C Backpack is set up to carry just… Continue Reading
Earlier this year, I had the idea to build a trail truck for the sole purpose of being a showcase and test mule for a variety of wheels, bodies, and accessories. With space in my R/C garage at a premium, I decided that it’s easier to stack polycarbonate bodies on top of one another than… Continue Reading
The team at Carisma Scale Adventure is no stranger to scale detail. In fact, it’s in their name. As their SCA-1E trail and crawler platform has evolved, so to has the detail that they’ve applied to their vehicles. Carisma’s latest release, the SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro puts a new spin on a… Continue Reading
If you’re looking for a deal on an R/C dragster, this might be the offer for you. Horizon Hobby has launched its “One Quarter Mile at a Time” Sale, which features discounts on a number of popular 1/10-scale drag cars from Losi and Team Associated, as well as some electronics, tire, and body discounts. This… Continue Reading
Tower Hobbies has kicked off its 2022 Labor Day Sale by offering discounts up to $200 on select radio-controlled surface, air, and boat models plus some nice deals on batteries, chargers, and more. Between now and September 6, 2022, you can save online with coupon code LABORDAY during checkout. Highlights of this sale include $200… Continue Reading
Horizon Hobby has launched its 2022 Labor Day Sale by offering discounts up to $200 on select radio-controlled surface, air, and boat models plus some nice deals on batteries, chargers, and more. Between now and September 6, 2022, you can save both online (with coupon code LABORDAY during checkout) and in-store (print coupon). Highlights of… Continue Reading
The folks at Carisma have kicked off a big sale on their Ford-bodied R/C trail trucks. Whether you’re in the market for a new 1/10-scale crawler or want to blaze new trails with a small-scale, 1/24 rig, there are some nice deals to be found during their Ford Inventory Clearance Event. From ready-to-run (RTR) models… Continue Reading
We’re all familiar with social networks like Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, and others. They’re great for meeting like-minded folks and sharing our hobbies, passions, and viewpoints. That said, there haven’t been any social networks designed around the hobby of radio-controlled vehicles…until now. Horizon Hobby has launched RC Nation, a social network that allows R/C fanatics to… Continue Reading
![Axial SCX10 III Early Ford Bronco – Evening Trail Trek [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/imgSCX10IIIEFB-QuickTrailTrek-255x255.jpg)
There’s something calming about a leisurely sunset stroll. It’s even better when you have an R/C controller in hand and nothing but winding trail ahead of you. I recently took my Axial SCX10 III Early Ford Bronco out for an end-of-the-weekend trek, soaking in the sights and sounds of a local park. The ol’ Bronco… Continue Reading
Earlier this year, it was announced that Horizon Hobby was once again partnering with Front Row Motorsports drivers Michael McDowell and Zane Smith to sponsor their NASCAR Cup and NASCAR Camping World Truck Series vehicles at select races during the 2022 season. The August 27 NASCAR Cup Series race at the Daytona International Speedway marks… Continue Reading
![R/C ASMR with the Axial SCX10 III Early Ford Bronco [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0706-255x255.jpg)
A setting sun, chirping birds, a light rustling of leaves…and mosquitoes. That’s what stands out the most from my recent evening drive with my Axial SCX10 III Early Ford Bronco. I bought this rig right before AxialFest Badlands 2022 and did a customization speed run leading up to the event. It ran beautifully at the… Continue Reading
Do you want to your hand at R/C drag racing but aren’t sure where to start? With several ready-to-run (RTR) models on the market, along with a few kits, you’ve got options to choose from. Additionally, there a number of deals and discounts that you can take advantage of, making your foray into radio-controlled drag… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: TRX-4 High Trail Edition Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0703-255x255.jpg)
If you’re into lifted trucks with old-school flair, you might want to take a look at the latest creation from Traxxas: the TRX-4 High Trail Edition Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne. Featuring a pre-installed lift kit, 2.2″ tires and wheels, and portal axles, this rig carries itself taller than most and can clear just about any trail… Continue Reading
AMain Hobbies has a hot, two-day flash sale on a selection of Losi and Pro Boat models. Between August 25 and 26 (2022), you can save up to $100 on select ready-to-run (RTR) models that should satisfy your need for off-road speed. To activate the various discounts, use select coupon codes based on the item… Continue Reading
Horizon Hobby has turned loose a sale on speed with a two-day flash sale on select ARRMA and Losi models (along with a Spektrum and O.S. Engine thrown in for good measure). Between August 25 and 26 (2022), you can save up to $360 on select ready-to-run (RTR) models that should satisfy your need for… Continue Reading
Traxxas may be the king of getting the most mileage out of any one R/C platform. Since its debut, the TRX-4 family tree has sprouted many branches of variations, all centered around the same solid platform. Now, the folks at Traxxas have done it again with the release of the TRX-4 High Trail Edition Chevrolet… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: ARRMA Vorteks Boost 4×2 Mega RTR [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0681-255x255.jpg)
ARRMA’s latest lineup of Boost 4×2 Mega vehicles is aimed squarely at new R/C enthusiasts and those who are looking for a basher that can grow as their skills improve. One of the machines in this lineup of expandable R/C trucks is the ARRMA Vorteks Boost 4×2 Mega RTR. With DNA from its brushless sibling,… Continue Reading
ARRMA has tried some unique concepts when it comes to entry-level R/C machines. From its line of brushed-powered bashers to the Voltage lineup from a few years ago, they haven’t shied away from new ways to get people into the hobby. With an eye toward helping new hobbyists grow, ARRMA has introduced a new lineup… Continue Reading
There’s no better time to try your hand at R/C drag racing, especially if you’re a fan of Traxxas and the Drag Slash. Originally priced at $499.99, you can now pick up this radio-controlled speed demon for the low price of $299.99. With multiple body colors to choose from and a new Ford Mustang Fox… Continue Reading
![Relive the Adventure of AxialFest Badlands 2022 [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0673-255x255.jpg)
Another summer of R/C events is rapidly drawing to a close. While there are still some events yet to take place, others like RC Fest, Shred the Ledge, the Ultimate Scale Truck Expo, AxialFest have come and gone. Thankfully, there are plenty of ways to relive the excitement (and keep the hype alive until next… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Losi LMT Solid-Axle Mega Truck RTR [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Losi-LMT-Solid-Axle-Mega-Truck-King-Sling-Action-255x255.jpg)
The Losi LMT Solid-Axle, Brushless Mega Truck RTR certainly looks like one wild machine. This 1/8-scale mug-slinger is set up for extreme muck, dirt, and grime conditions and should be a blast to run solo or in pairs. Designed to replicate the Bog Hog and King Sling 1:1 mega trucks, there’s no doubt you’ll have… Continue Reading
Losi has announced its latest entry in the realm of extreme R/C trucks. The LMT 4WD Solid Axle Mega Truck RTR opens up an entirely new arena of off-road, radio-controlled action with two 1/8-scale, brushless-powered trucks that replicate 1:1 creations from The Anderson Boyz. The 1/8-scale replicas of the King Sling and Bog Hog feature… Continue Reading