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RC Babble Live! Join us every Monday at 5:30pm PST (8:30pm EST) for a live show.

“We’ll do it live!” We have no script, no ideas, and just babble about RC cars every Monday at 5:30pm. Derek, Jeff, Peter and some special guests get together, drink a beer, and discuss over 30 years of being ...

LRP Goes All V2.0.4 On Us

NEW LRP v2.0.4 Software for Mac and PC is now available! All SXX speed controls and upcoming types can be pushed to a new level with the firmware update. Get prepared for future races! With the new software, you get the decisiv...

Atomik RC Whips it Out

I love when companies begin to think more and more outside the box. Atomik RC has done just that and released the Brian Deegan Metal Mulisha MM 450 R/C Dirtbike. Long name I know, but it looks like a ton of fun to drive. The Br...

AE B4.1 Worlds Review – FREE Article

My racing roots go back to the original gold tub RC10, so when the latest Worlds edition came to the office for testing, I snatched that sucker up. Team Associated has been a dominant force since the beginning of time, and the ...

Mugen Seiki MTC-1 Review – Velocity RC Cars Magazine

The full review of the new Mugen MTC-1 can be found in issue #28 of Velocity RC Cars Magazine. We’re the first to get a full, real track test on the new touring car. Can Mugen break into the highly competitive market on t...

Keep It Real!

Next time you are strolling around your local auto parts store, slide on over to the paint section. Grab a can of Duplicolor Bed Armor™ DIY Truck Bed Liner spray (there are ton of other companies that make it as well). It...

Carpet Racers Documentary Airs On The Documentary Channel

A few years back a documentary called “Carpet Racers” made the circuit in the RC World. If you haven’t seen it yet, and get The Documentary Channel (Dish and Directv have it) you can set your DVR to record on ...

Shaft Size Matters

There are two motor shaft sizes used within our hobby; 1/8” and 5mm, with 1/8” being the most common. It really comes down to a strength issue, if your vehicle has massive power and torque and is run in abusive environments...