Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2025 i RC Car Action

Traxxas is no stranger to high-performance RC vehicles, but its newest release—the Pro Scale Sand Car—takes things to a new level. This isn’t just a new body on an old chassis. This is a purpose-built machine designed to replicate the raw speed and style of a full-size Funco Motorsports sand rail, complete with working front disc brakes, massive suspension travel, and an all-new 2WD platform. And it’s all scaled up to fit within Traxxas’ X-Series, making it one of the largest and most powerful RC vehicles in the brand’s lineup. X-SCALE This new Pro Scale Sand Car is built in Traxxas’ extra-large X-Series scale, similar in footprint to the Traxxas X-Maxx. At 32 inches long, 21.7 inches wide, and weighing just over 22 pounds, the Sand Car dominates any…

I’m not a big on-road guy. I’ve reviewed my share of on-road over the years and enjoyed some of the racecars and had an OK time with the “basher” style vehicles. This on-road car review is different, and I’m pretty excited about what Carisma has to offer with the ready-to-run Nissan Skyline GT-R Nismo edition of their M48S chassis. There’s a lot to look forward to here. The M48S is a larger 1/8-scale platform which should offer good stability, it has a great scale look, and the suspension setup is ideal for the rough parking lots and streets that plaster the area where I live. It also has a bunch of features that you really don’t see on other vehicles like this, and that makes the Nissan Skyline GT-R Nismo…

Tamiya has a long track record of delivering high-quality RC kits that are both beginner-friendly and highly tunable, and the new 1/10-scale Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) on the TT-02 chassis follows that formula to a tee. This sleek street machine brings the aggressive lines and racing heritage of Porsche’s GT3 R into a capable, shaft-driven 4WD RC platform that’s just as happy blasting down the street as it is carving tight corners at the local parking lot track. REALISTIC DETAILS At first glance, the standout is clearly the licensed Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) body. It’s modeled in lightweight polycarbonate and includes separate molded parts for the large rear wing and side mirrors. We especially like the detailed headlight bucket inserts, which give the GT3 R a life-like look.…

“Drive like a girl.” What some might dismiss as an insult is a point of pride at DieHard RC. For Brenda Wilson, DieHard co-owner and the driving force behind the “Drive Like A Girl” program, the phrase has become a rallying cry—one that empowers young women in the world of RC racing and beyond. Together with her husband and DieHard RC co-owner Brett Wilson and with expert guidance from Coach Pablo Guerrero, the “Drive Like A Girl” initiative is more than a race team. It’s a platform for girls to engage in RC, explore STEM education, and build confidence and leadership through hands-on experience. At the heart of it are young drivers like Olivia, Anya, and Ace, who bring the program to life. CREATING A NEW KIND OF TEAM “I…

If you’re an RC hobbyist visiting Tokyo, there’s one stop that should be at the top of your list: the newly relocated Tamiya Plamodel Factory Tokyo. Long regarded as a pilgrimage site for model builders, scale vehicle collectors, and RC fanatics alike, the Plamodel Factory is more than just a store—it’s a cultural landmark for fans of the brand. And now, with its recent move into an all-new location in the Shimbashi district, it’s better than ever. FLAGSHIP STATUS The new flagship space is sleek, modern, and packed with wall-to-wall excitement. Upon entering, visitors are met with floor-to-ceiling shelves housing an astounding lineup of roughly 6,000 Tamiya products. Whether you’re into off-road RC buggies, scale drift cars, Mini 4WD racers, static plastic kits, or precision tools and paints, there’s no…

If you’ve spent any time at a competitive RC track recently, chances are you’ve seen a blur of pink blaze past—and that’s likely Chevelle Keates behind the wheel. At just 13 years old, Chevelle is already a seasoned RC racer, and her latest project, a custom-built Team Associated RC10 B7 Team Kit buggy, blends high-level performance with a look that’s all her own. BASE KIT TEAM ASSOCIATED RC10B7 TEAM KIT P/N: 90041 URL: associatedelectrics.com KEATES PINK The unmistakable pink theme isn’t just for flair. It’s a symbol of Chevelle’s journey in the hobby and a key part of her racing identity. The color took root during the 2021 King of the Streets drag racing event in Las Vegas, where both she and her father competed in all-pink drag cars. Although…

It’s about time! Pro-Line, a long-time top name in the RC body customization world, has finally launched a new line of spray paints formulated specifically for polycarbonate RC car bodies. Drawing on years of experience painting thousands of bodies for competition and display, the Pro-Line team has developed a user-friendly solution for hobbyists looking to personalize their clear bodies with durable, vibrant color. FEATURES The new RC Body Spray Paints are designed for ease of use without compromising on performance. Offered in single 4.5-oz. cans, the formula is made to adhere to polycarbonate surfaces with ultra-flexibility and toughness. This paint is formulated to resist cracking and flaking even after repeated flexing, making it suitable for high-performance RC applications. Each can features a redesigned nozzle with a wider grip area, which…