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January 14, 2026

Team Associated RC10B7.1 Team Kit

After numerous 1:10 2WD Buggy re-releases, Team Associated is kicking off 2026 with something modern & new for racers with the announcement of the RC10B7.1 Team Kit. The RC10B7.1 Team Kits boast the new long-arm suspension geometry, weight-centralised electronics layout, KPI adjustable steering blocks, and increased tunability throughout the whole chassis. These innovations have increased the potential for grip and corner speed and an overall smoother drive feel. As will previous RC10 2WD buggies, Associated offer a Dirt version in the RC10B7.1D and with fully interchangeable parts between the two kits this allows the user to pick and choose what configuration they want to use depending on track conditions.

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January 14, 2026

Sworkz Apollo II eEVO RTR Electric Buggy

One of offroad racing’s leading brands, Sworkz has announced a new RTR 1:8 Electric Buggy with the release of the Apollo II eEVO RTR. Describing the assembled buggy as ‘perfect for beginners and seasoned racers who want a competitive buggy without the hassle of assembly’, the Apollo II is based on the Taiwanese manufacturer’s competition spec S350 PRO Buggy with S35-4E updates. Features include a T7075 Aluminium Main Chassis and Front & Rear Pro Shack Towers while the Ready To Run electrics include components manufactured for Sworkz by leading race brands. The ESC and 2200KV motor are manufacturer by Hobbywing while the 12kg metal gear steering servo is made by Savox. The buggy is finished with Sworkz own brand TPRO KeyLock racing tyres on black spoked wheels.

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January 14, 2026

Haatanen completes ’26 program with Matrix tyres

Having switched electronics for 2026 from Reedy to Ruddog Racing, long time Team Associated team driver Joona Haatanen has been announced as part of the Matrix Tires offroad team. The 2025 European 2WD Buggy podium finisher and German National Champion makes the switch between Italian tyre manufacturers finalising his 2026 race package with the move to Matrix from Hotrace. On the announcement, the popular Finn, who now lives in Germany, posted, ‘Last announcement for program of 2026! Joining Matrix Racing Tires/Xtreme Aerodynamics and will be using their products on my Team Associated 1/8 and 1/10 buggies! Thanks to Christian and rest of the team for this opportunity, let’s see what we can achieve together.’

Source: Joona Haatanen [Facebook]

January 14, 2026

T-Works 1:8 Offroad 4-Shoe V2 Clutches

T-Works has updated their 4-shoe clutches for 1:8 Offroad use with the release of the V2 version of its 32mm and 34mm options. Available with a base of an aluminium or steel flywheel, each set contains four specifications of springs (0.9-1.1mm) and is equipped with a full set of high-quality accessories. The flywheel features a lightweight design, enabling precise and smooth power transmission, with the options of material allowing you to choose what is best for your racing needs.

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January 14, 2026

Infinity IFB8 CFRP Shock Towers

Infinity has released new CFRP front and rear shock towers for its IFB8 1:8 Buggy Platform. By using 5mm thick Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic (CFRP), the shock mounting angle is optimised. With the front tower this improves road‑holding performance and enabling more precise, controlled cornering. The new rear tower improves rear‑end stability and provides a more confident, planted driving feel. The CFRP versions also offer a weighting reduction over the kit’s original aluminium parts – a 12-grams saving for the front and a 13-grams saving for the rear. With both the front and rear GRFP towers fitted together on the IFB8, they deliver even greater overall chassis balance.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

January 13, 2026

2026 Desert Classic – Announcement

2023 IFMAR 1:10 Offroad World Championship host venue Hobby Action has opened registration for the 10th Annual Desert Classic which takes place at the Arizona indoor track from March 5-8th. Under track owner Larry Tom, the Desert Classic has established itself as an early season fixture on the 1:10 Offroad calendar filling the void left after the iconic Cactus Classic lost its outdoor track location after the 2014 edition. Attracting 32o entries, last year’s edition saw wins for Xray’s Chase Lemieux (2WD) and Team Associated’s Aydin Horne (4WD). Continuing to be supported by long time sponsor Stickit1 Racing, the race schedule will consist of 4 rounds of qualifying with the best three to count with triple finals for all 2WD and 4WD classes and 10-minute Mains for Truck classes.

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January 13, 2026

Back to back Silver State wins for Fuller

Sworkz’s Mason Fuller has claimed back to back Nitro Buggy victories at Silver State Indoor Championships. With the young American talent taking a break through win at the high profile annual Las Vegas based race last April, he would back it up with victory at this year’s earlier running of the Joey Christensen event. In qualifying it was Kyosho’s Phi-Long Nguyen, who was on the podium last year, who took the TQ ahead of the Tekno pairing Seth VanDalen & Ryan Maifield, Sworkz’s Camden Lime, and Kyosho’s Ryan Lutz, the latter topping the first of the 3 qualifiers. In the 45-minute final it was looking set to be a super close battle between Nguyen and Fuller but a flame out as the race reached 3/4 distant would deny the talented teenager a chance at his first big win. With his main challenger gone, Fuller was able to claim the win with a 24-seconds advantage over Team Associated’s Spencer Rivkin while VanDalen completed the podium. In eBuggy, Nguyen also took the TQ and after an incident packed final lap claimed the win ahead of Fuller and Tekno’s Jared Wiggins. Lutz had looked on target to win the 10-minute encounter but landed funny on the last lap handing Fuller the lead but he got hit by Maifield who in turn received contact from eventual winner Nguyen. In Truggy it was Maifield who took both the Nitro and Electric wins.

Image: JConcepts [Facebook]

January 13, 2026

Cadworx Development Pit Daddy V2

With a background in Motocross and now involved in the RC market, Illinois based Cadworx Development has released their Pit Daddy V2. After one year of consistent development and customer feedback, they have create a second generation of Pit Daddy. This generation required a complete redesign to accommodate the updates. Featuring an LED light embedded within the handle this allows for better visibility during under the light main events. It’s double dovetail quick-release design allows for multiple starter box use and you can choose full custom colour customisation on components. The Pit Paddy V2 gives storage solutions for 7 essential pit lane items.

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