The Sledge 1:8 monster truck is the latest release from Traxxas that features a steel drivetrain, 6S power, and speeds of over 70MPH. Here are some of the standout specifications of the new model: Reinforced clipless body High-performance monster servo VXL-6S power system 2000kV brushless motor Sledgehammer tyres High-downforce wing Aluminium T-bar chassis brace Rigid battery tray Aluminium motor cradle Don’t miss the video below: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYXVAkplhnE Source: Traxxas ..read more

Tamiya has released a short teaser video of their new TRF420X touring car. Although no details have been released, you can see it’s a mid-motor chassis with carbon fibre throughout and lots of blue alloy… //www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RyWOjHB5rg If you are interested in finding out more about Tamiya, head to their website here where you can watch live streaming of the latest information on their RC cars ..read more

Jon Hazlewood and the Nemo Racing team finally show off their new 1:8 buggy concept, and the product that they have been working on over the last few years… //www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdXvTu3azwU The video is supported by a statement from Nemo Racing: “A few weeks ago at the last BRCA National Championship round we decided to show what we have been working on for the last year with our 1:8 platform (and even longer on others) our concept car. Designed and engineered in-house in the UK, with top-level real motorsport gurus and our own pro team, we have used the absolute latest in technology to 3 ..read more

Ahead of a full review in the December 2021 issue of Racer, on sale next month, check out this video of the Team Associated Rival MT10 being tested: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=QN96oj0aYU4 If you are interested in buying a Team Associated Rival MT10, then visit CML Distribution for details of UK stockists. The December 2021 issue goes on sale 4 November 2021 from all good model shops, WHSmiths and newsagents. You can also order a copy or subscription from the Doolittle Media offices by calling 01525 222573 to get Racer delivered early, without any postage charges too ..read more

Racer Magazine is back up and running with both print and digital copies of the title available to purchase. With some retailers still unable to open due to government guidelines and with RC enthusiasts either isolating or avoiding going out, why not give the office a call and order a copy. Don’t forget that UK buyers will only have to pay the price of the magazine as its posted out for no additional cost. Also take out a subscription and not only will you save over the course of the year, but you will receive each issue ahead of the official on-sale date. Simply ring 01525 222573 and we ..read more

The December 2020 issue of Racer has been printed and is about to hit the shelves as the official on sale date is Thursday 5 November. But as we head into a second lockdown, this will mean that getting hold of a copy once again might not be easy if you don’t have a subscription to Racer Magazine. If you are able to get out, we have a list of WHSmiths  who are stocking the title by clicking on the image below or here. Of course there are also the independents who usually carry our magazines should have Racer available. Alternatively, why not call the office on +44 (0)1525 222573 ..read more

Due to the problems currently in the world, we are struggling to get the magazine printed and distributed so the next issue of Racer is only being published digitally on our usual platform. You can purchase a copy of the May issue here. We hope to get back to printed paper issues soon – and please keep an eye here on the website and social media for updates. If you normally have a print subscription you won’t lose out as we will extend your subscription accordingly. If you’d like to see the digital version, send an e-mail to us here and we can grant you access. We apologise for the tempora ..read more

  If you don’t have a subscription to Racer Magazine and are able to get out, we have a is a list of WHSmith stores that are still currently open so you can get your monthly RC fix, but please be aware that this may change. Alternatively, why not call the office on +44 (0)1525 222573 and we can post out the latest issue, any back issues of older magazines that you may have missed, or set you up with a subscription at a great low price. Please be aware that we are currently working reduced operating hours of 09:30 to 17:30 on Tuesday through to Thursday… You can find out WHSmith stores that are ..read more

Nemo Racing, the UK agent for Agama has released a first rendering of their new E-buggy, the A319E. Following on from the nitro-powered A319, the electric model is targeting a release date in time for the start of the 2020 race season: “We are super pleased to release the first render of the forth coming Agama A319E. The kit is expected to be released mid March with preordering opening mid to late February. More images to come as we get closer to the release date. A few neat, new to us, features being incorporated into this buggy, as well as the forward mount ESC and multiple battery configura ..read more

Schumacher today announced their exciting and innovative Mi7 touring car, the chassis that Racer contributor Olly Jefferies raced in the modified class to win the BRCA National Championship title with in 2019. We took the opportunity to visit the Schumacher Racing headquarters in Northampton prior to the announcement to chat to the team behind the Mi7 including lead designer, Aaron Rose. Don’t miss our interview with Aaron in our December issue of Racer, on sale 7 November 2019 ..read more