April 13, 2026

Double ACT State Titles for Donnelly

Team Associated’s Lachlan Donnelly claimed a double at the ACT State titles in Australia over the weekend.  The reigning National 2WD Champion won the Canberra Off Road Model Car Club hosted titles race after first securing the 2WD TQ ahead of Matthew Couper, Ari Bakla and Lachlan Munday.  Completing Saturday’s action he would go on to win all three A-mains to secure the title ahead of Xray’s Couper with Munday getting ahead of Bakla to complete the podium with his Associated.  Switching to 4WD action for Sunday, Donnelly again took the TQ topping all four rounds with Xray’s Bakla second ahead of Munday and Couper.  Another clean sweep of the finals completed the perfect weekend for Donnelly with a podium line-up the same as they qualified.  In Stock, Samuel Muffett took the TQ and win repeating his 2WD feat.

Image: Lachlan Donnelly [Facebook] 

April 13, 2026

Kaerup wins Savox Grand Prix in Taiwan

World Champion Marcus Kaerup took the wins at the annual Savox 1:8 Offroad Grand Prix which was staged at the RC66 track in Taoyuan, Taiwan.  The servo manufacturer invited a number of their international team drivers to the event with Kaerup also joined by Korean Team Associated team-mate Jung Hyunkyu, Infinity’s Kouki Kato, and Xray’s Max Gotzl.  With a total of 121 entries, racing on the unique track which is located under a highway bridge and was host of the 2023 FEMCA Championships, it was Kaerup who took the TQ in both Nitro and Electric ahead of recent Sunpadow Grand Prix winner Kato and the Chinese race’s runner up Hyunkyu.  In the 50-minute final, Kaerup would hand the lead to Kato after a big error early on.  The Asian Buggy Championships Champion would stay out front until lap 70 with the Japanese driver eventually having to settle for second 8-seconds back on the Dane.  With Hyunkyu having a tough final suffering a broken rear shock after early contact he ran last of the 14 starters for a time before eventually finishing P9, it was the 王 浩 who completed the podium.  In eBuggy, while Kato won A1, Kaerup took A2 & 3 for the overall ahead of Kato with Gotzl on the final step of the podium.

Image: Marcus Kaerup [Facebook]

April 10, 2026

Schumacher Cougar LD3 Worlds Option Parts

Schumacher has released two new optional parts for its Cougar LD3 which last October team driver Broc Champlin used to take the buggy to the IFMAR 1:10 2WD World Championship title in Australia.  First of the new options is the Worlds Alloy Lower Plate that offers the ability to lower the centre of gravity of the front end by moving the servo down into a flat (horizontal) position, as well as further back.  This results in more stability through the corners and calms down the steering aggression.  Also offering increased stiffness, it can only be used with the flat (horizontal) servo position, and the new Worlds centre track rod.  The Worlds centre track rod features optional steering geometry to adjust the aggression of the steering through the corner.  This new inner hole position will help more with mid to exit steering.

View New Alloy Suspension Straps here

April 10, 2026

Hudy Strike 1:8 Offroad Coloured Wings

A wing that they originally released last October in a black version, Hudy is now offering their Strike 1:8 offroad wing in a range colours.  Adding white, orange, yellow, and green colours, this competition-level wing is engineered for maximum stability, durability, and performance. Made from an ultra-lightweight plastic, it keeps the weight as low as possible to deliver handling characteristics close to a lexan wing, while offering increased durability. Its modern, ultra-low profile design with large side dams improves cornering control and overall stability. Reinforced with distinctive fang-shaped brackets, the wing combines strength with minimum weight. Pre-marked cutting holes allow quick and easy downforce adjustments for any track condition. Fully IFMAR-legal and compatible with all popular 1:8 buggies and truggies.

Source: Hudy [hudy.net]

April 10, 2026

T-Works XB8’26 Steel Chassis Skid Protectors

T-Works have added these stainless steel chassis skid protector plates for the XB8’26 1:8 Buggy from Xray.  Offered in both a front and rear plate, with each option supplied as 2 pieces, they are made from high-quality stainless steel material for durability and corrosion resistance.  The skid plates provide additional chassis protection in the front and rear of the car, something that comes in handy especially when running on highly abrasive surfaces or on track with large jumps.

View rear plate here

April 9, 2026

Kyosho MP11 Front Precision Geometry Adjustment Set

T-Works has added this Front Precision Geometry Adjustment Set to its optional parts line-up for the Kyosho MP11 1:8 Buggy.  Customised for MP11, the set integrates an aluminium steering plate, carbon fibre front bumper plate and centre positioning tool, for a single solution upgrade of steering precision and front structure stability.  No complex modification required, just install and use immediately.  The 7075-T6 aluminium Steering Plate has a pre-installed precision roller bearings, fully compatible with original IF718 for seamless replacement, enhancing steering rigidity and durability.  The Carbon fibre Upper Plate reduces vehicle weight and improves handling flexibility; resistant to impact and deformation, stabilising the front structure.  The Center Positioning Tool is designed for precise adjustment of front wheel camber balance.  Insert the tool through the center holes of the bumper plate and steering plate for positioning and fixing. Remove it after adjustment, quickly optimising steering accuracy.

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April 8, 2026

Team Associated RC10 Retro 80’s Ultra Champ

Showing now let up in its RC10 variant kit releases, Team Associated has announced the Retro 80’s Ultra Champ which they say revives the soul of the original RC10 with authentic design, premium materials, and unmistakable 80’s style.  Built on a true RC10 platform, the Ultra Champ features aluminium trailing arm rear suspension for period-correct performance and iconic handling characteristics that defined an era of 1:1 offroad racing.  Retro-inspired styling is brought to life with a new molded front bumper and side guards, blending vintage looks with modern durability.  At its core is the legendary Stealth A.T.C. transmission with ball differential, delivering smooth, efficient power transfer and proven reliability.  Featuring genuine Team Associated white molded and dyable plastics from front to back.  High-end details complete the package, including threaded steel turnbuckles for precise adjustability, gold anodised aluminium long-travel shocks for classic performance and looks, and a factory-correct Protech body set with authentic decals that capture the unmistakable spirit of the box art imagery.

View Kit Features and more images here

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