I’m always on the lookout for vehicles that can bring R/C fun both indoors and out. During the winter months (and when the weather doesn’t quite cooperate), having a vehicle that can be driven in a smaller amount of space, while still bringing big-time fun, is always at the top of my “must-have” list. Thankfully, […]
One of the many reasons I’m drawn to small-scale R/C vehicles is their take anywhere, do “just about anything” versatility. If the weather isn’t cooperating, you can always set up an indoor race course or obstacles to crawl over. Even better, is when you can set up an outdoor challenge, testing both your own driving […]
Carisma R/C is kicking off the 50th anniversary of their parent company, MA Toys and they’re doing it in a big way. For 50 days, they’re temporarily slashing the prices on one of their popular, small-scale GT24 models. During this sale, you can pick up the Carisma GT24R 1/24-scale rally car for $50.00 (original price: […]
Update: It appears that this discount has ended and prices are now back to their original $99.99 - $109.99 range. It was fun while it lasted... Whether you're looking for a compact, go-fast R/C machine or want to pick up a stocking stuffer for the upcoming holiday season, you can't go wrong with Carisma's GT24 […]
If you've been hoping for more small-scale R/C crawlers and trail rigs, your wishes have been answered. Not only do you have options from Pro-Line, and ECX, but now FTX has announced their own 1/24-scale radio-controlled trail truck, the Outback Mini Crawler. On the surface, this model sports a semi-retro pickup truck-style body and includes accents […]
Ever since Pro-Line released the 1/24-scale Ambush 4x4, I've been clamoring for other brands to follow suit and produce similarly-sized micro trail rigs. Over a year later, I'm excited to see the announcement of another small-scale trail truck, the ECX Barrage 1/24. This new addition to the Barrage lineup has all the right looks to […]
Offer good from September 1 - 10, 2017. The folks at Carisma are offering up a sweet deal to kick off September. Between 9/1 and 9/10, 2017, you can purchase a GT24TR Truggy, GT24R Rally Car, or a GT24B Buggy and receive a free gift specific to each model. These are the no-battery models, so […]
I've seen some impressive R/C track layouts in my day, but this video of Carisma's UK test track takes the cake. Featuring dips, curves, elevation changes and whoops, this track has just about anything you'd need to test the durability and performance of a small-scale radio-controlled vehicle. Feast your eyes on this clip as a […]
The speedy set of vehicles in Carisma's GT24 lineup are not only impressive, but they're priced at just north of $100 (109.99). For that price, you're getting a brushless-powered mini-R/C vehicle that's crazy-fast and crazy-fun. Now you can snap up the GT24R Rally Car for $79.99 at Amazon.com. In addition to the $30 discount, the GT24R […]
One of the lingering questions you get after buying a new R/C vehicle is wondering how hard you can push the vehicle...before it breaks. While no vehicle is bulletproof, there are some brands which have made a name for themselves from a durability standpoint. While Traxxas, LaTrax, ECX, and even Redcat Racing have showcased the […]
