Unboxed: Redcat Ascent-18 [Video]

They got me hook, line, and sinker. Redcat had me at the announcement of their new 1/18-scale R/C crawler, the Ascent-18. Then, they had me at the color choices and the chassis design. Then they dropped the special $99.99 introductory price (through May 1, 2024), and…that was all it took. Less than a week later,…

Unboxed: Redcat Ascent-18 [Video]

Unboxed: Redcat Ascent-18 [Video]

They got me hook, line, and sinker. Redcat had me at the announcement of their new 1/18-scale R/C crawler, the Ascent-18. Then, they had me at the color choices and the chassis design. Then they dropped the special $99.99 introductory price (through May 1, 2024), and…that was all it took. Less than a week later,…

Fair RC’s FMS FCX18 Land Cruiser 80 “Green Mod” RTR

Fair RC’s FMS FCX18 Land Cruiser 80 “Green Mod” RTR

Fair RC has turned its attention to the FMS FCX18, announcing the “Green Mod” of this 1/18-scale R/C crawler. Already an eye-catching machine, this modified version of the FCX18 sports a metallic-green paint job with gold front door striping. Along with the fresh paint, the “Green Mod” FCX18 LC80 also features pre-installed Batrazzi wheels and…

Price Drops on Select SCX24 Models

Price Drops on Select SCX24 Models

If you’re suffering from a case of the winter “blahs”, there’s nothing better to beat it than with a new R/C machine. If you’ve wanted to try your hand at small-scale crawling, whether it’s for competition or purely for fun, you can now get into it at a lower price. Horizon Hobby has lowered the…

Sneaky Social Media: FMS Teases its Next FCX18 Model on Instagram

Sneaky Social Media: FMS Teases its Next FCX18 Model on Instagram

The FMS FCX18 Land Cruiser 80 is one of my favorite small-scale releases from 2023. If you’re as much of a fan of this platform as I am, you’re undoubtedly looking forward to the next 1/18-scale release from FMS. Thankfully, that time could be fast approaching as they’ve posted a not-so-subtle teaser about the next…

Axial Refreshes the SCX24 Jeep Wrangler JLU with New Paint, Electronics, and More

Axial Refreshes the SCX24 Jeep Wrangler JLU with New Paint, Electronics, and More

Axial has announced the release of a refreshed SCX24 Jeep Wrangler JLU. Featuring new colors, electronics, and a few chassis changes, this new rig is poised to take on indoor and outdoor challenges. This is the third iteration of the SCX24 Jeep Wrangler. The second-generation Jeep featured a few electronics changes, but not much else.…

Share Your Chevy Love for a Chance to Win with FMS

Share Your Chevy Love for a Chance to Win with FMS

Brand loyalty is as real in the R/C world as it is in the 1:1 automotive space. Now through January 31, 2024, FMS is giving Chevrolet fans an opportunity to show their passion during the Chevrolet Story Collection event. Throughout January 2024, share your feelings, photos, and/or videos about the Chevy brand (full-size or radio-controlled)…

See it in Action: Carisma GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 [Video]

See it in Action: Carisma GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 [Video]

Carisma’s newest addition to its GT24 lineup is the GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Brushless Rally Car (88468). This 1/24-scale rally car is a wonderful replica of its 1:1 counterpart, featuring a polycarbonate body, brushless motor, and all-wheel drive. Before this model hits hobby store shelves, check out Carisma’s overview and running footage of…

Carisma GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Brushless Rally Car

Carisma GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Brushless Rally Car

Just in the (Saint N)ick of time, Carisma has snuck in a new small-sally rally car release just before Christmas. Fans of early-80s rally cars should appreciate the details applied to the latest GT24 model, the GT24 1985 Audi Sport Quattro S1 Brushless Rally Car (88468). The latest in a growing lineup of 1/24-scale rally…

See it in Action: Element RC Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck [Video]

See it in Action: Element RC Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck [Video]

The next time you want to hit the trail but don’t want to bring your 1/10-scale rig, but want something larger than a 1/24 or 1/18-scaler, take a look at the latest release from Element RC; the Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck. This re-imagined reincarnation of the Team Associated CR12 features a polycarbonate body, a 380-size…

Element RC Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck

Element RC Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck

Element RC is carving a new path with its latest release, the Enduro12 Sendero Trail Truck. If you missed out on the Team Associated CR12, Element is bringing this rig back with a few trail-tuned tweaks. Leaning on what they’ve learned from the 1/10-scale Enduro lineup, the Enduro12 takes traditional trail driving to a new…

See it in Action: FMS FMT24 Chevrolet Colorado Monster Truck [Video]

See it in Action: FMS FMT24 Chevrolet Colorado Monster Truck [Video]

FMS is at it again! Adding to their lineup of small-scale R/C models, they’ve announced a new platform and model in the FMT24 Chevrolet Colorado Monster Truck. This ready-to-run (RTR), 1/24-scale monster truck marks a change in focus from FMS, going from scale visual detail toward a higher-performing R/C vehicle. With its two-speed transmission, independent…

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