Articles by Tim Gluth

Fair RC FCX18 II Brushless Wheel-Spinnin' Mod RTR

Well, that didn't take long. The FMS FCX18 II Ford F-100 has only been available for a short time and we're already seeing a modded version of this 1/18-scale R/C pickup from the folks at Fair RC. If you like your radio-controlled trail trucks to have eye-catching personality, you'll want to check out the FCX18 […]

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I Wanna Go Fast: An Overview of Losi's NASCAR RC Car [Video]

After eyeing Losi's NASCAR RC Car from afar since its 2024 release, I finally found a deal too good to pass up and added this on-road machine to my R/C garage. Join me as I take a closer look at this car and take it out for an evening driveway shakedown. Surprisingly quick and nimble, […]

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NAStogia Hit: Jeff Gordon & Jimmie Johnson Losi NASCAR RC Cars

When you watch a sport for several years, even decades, you often find yourself longing for the eras that drew you in as a fan in the first place. I started watching NASCAR in the mid-90s and have followed it ever since. While the cars and racing action that we have today is amazing, there's […]

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FMS FCX18 II Brushless Ford F-100

FMS has been stealing the spotlight in the small-scale R/C scene with the release of its FCX18 II Ford F-100, and they're following it up with another hot number. Meet the FCX18 II Brushless Ford F-100. This reimagined 1/18-scale crawler and trail truck platform has another enticing option with this brushless-powered release. Featuring the same […]

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Axial SCX30 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro

Who's ready for a new SCX30 release? The folks at Axial have introduced a new licensed body for its micro R/C crawler, and it's sure to delight a large segment of hobbyists and 1:1 trail fanatics alike. The Axial SCX30 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro is the latest SCX30 model to hit the scene, and it's […]

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Hobby Details Toyota LC79 Body for the SCX30 [Video]

My one stock SCX30 is no longer rolling box fresh! While scrolling through my social feeds, I saw Hobby Details' LC79 pickup truck body and knew that I needed to check it out. At $29.99, it's a budget-friendly option for SCX30 owners who want something other than a Jeep, Bronco, or Chevy K10 to tackle […]

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Get Hyped for the 2026 NASCAR Chase with Pro-Line's Limited Drop Series

Pro-Line has cooked up something special to celebrate the return of the NASCAR Chase for the Cup in 2026. At the end of every race in the 10-event Chase series, Pro-Line will release a limited-edition body wrap for the Losi NASCAR RC Car. Starting with the Cookout Southern 500 at Darlington, NASCAR fans will have […]

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See it in Action: Hobby Plus 1/18 Fortis DKR4 [Video]

When it comes to one-of-a-kind offerings in small-scale R/C models, you can always count on Hobby Plus to bring something unique to the table. Their latest release, the Fortis DKR4 is as unique as they come; a 1/18-scale off-road desert rally truck that rides on portal axles and features eye-catching colors, graphics, and scale details. […]

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HPI Stage-D24 1/24 Toyota Supra RC Drift Car

R/C drifting is something that I've dabbled with on the 1/10-scale side of the hobby, but I haven't gotten it to "click" yet. While that's a nice reminder for me to take my Redcat RDS out for a spin soon, it's also a nudge to try something new. Speaking of new, HPI has been dropping […]

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Did They Get It Right? A Closer Look at Redcat's Ascent-32 V2 [Video]

Redcat's Ascent-32 has gotten a V2 refresh, but is it better than the original? With oil-filled shocks, a lower gear ratio, and wider compatibility for aftermarket servos and brushless motors, how much of an improvement is this micro R/C crawler? Let's take a closer look at this revised rig, compare it with the original Ascent-32, […]

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