In the midst of their feverish release of new 1/10 and 1/5 scale radio-controlled cars and trucks at the 2016 International Toy Fair, HPI snuck a new small-scale machine into the mix. The new Formula Q32 is the latest ready-to-run 1/32 scale R/C car to use the same base chassis as the Baja Q32 that […]
20016 is shaping up to be the year of small-scale radio-controlled machines for ECX. Following in the tire tracks of their 1/24-scale Temper Rock Crawler and 1/18-scale Roost Desert Buggy, a new vehicle has emerged. Meet...the ECX Roost Desert Buggy, this time in 1/24 form. Along with a shared name, this smaller, ready-to-run (RTR) off-road […]
ECX has been turning some interesting small-scale R/C vehicles loose in the past few months, and one of their latest, the 1/24 scale Temper rock crawler, appears to be loaded up for fun times. A ready-to-run (rtr) model, this smaller variant of their 1/18 Temper rock crawler is aimed at those that want to enjoy a […]
Starting 2016 off with a bang, ECX has unveiled their latest 1/18 scale off-road machine, the Roost. Featuring some nice accessories (LED light bar), waterproof receiver and ESC, oil-filled shocks, an easy-to-access battery tray, and a shaft-driven 4-wheel drive system, this is one vehicle that may look small but can pack a big wallop. Features […]
Time flies when you're busy. So busy, in fact, that you forget to post your thoughts on an incredibly fun to drive, bash, spin, and drift radio-controlled car. Thankfully, the fun that this vehicle is equipped with doesn't fade from memory. The car in question is the LaTrax Rally. The overriding factor that I look for […]
When the weather won't cooperate with your plans to enjoy the R/C hobby, don't let Mother Nature rain (or snow, or sleet) on your planned parade. Keeping the fun rolling indoors is always an option, and your lineup of possibilities just grew by one with the new Basher RockSta ready-to-run 1/24 rock crawler. Sold by […]
The first real "test" that I've performed for the WLToys K989 R/C Rally Car came in the form of an indoor basement bash session. I set up a small ramp that is usually reserved for my ECX KickFlip and BeatBox and let the little pup eat. Given the low price-point, I'm very happy with how […]
In a moment of parenting success, my two oldest children chose radio-controlled cars as part of their Cub Scout popcorn-selling prizes this year. On top of that, they choose some fun vehicles, so I wanted them to share their thoughts on these machines as they unboxed them. Today, we’re taking a closer look at the […]
While I wouldn't call myself a 1:1 rally car fan, I have found myself to be drawn to these compact cars, and appreciate their styling and ability to tackle a variety of terrain obstacles. My expanding R/C garage includes a LaTrax Rally and I'm always on the lookout for more rally-style cars to add to my […]
Dromida’s parent company/brand, Revell, has recently released a small-scale radio-controlled rig of their own and this one is great for the beginner in your life. Focusing on durability and overall ease-of-use, the Modzilla Monster Truck is a 1/18 scale rig that looks to be quite capable and seems to be able to handle a variety […]
