The Tamiya TT-01 is one of those kits that just about every RC enthusiast has crossed paths with at some point. It’s simple, durable, affordable, and for many people, it was their first taste of on-road RC fun. Out of the box, it’s a 4WD touring car, but one of… Continue reading
If you’ve spent any time in the RC hobby, especially in the world of scale trail trucks, chances are you’ve come across the Tamiya CC-01. First released back in the 1990s, the CC-01 (short for “Cross Country”) was Tamiya’s answer to hobbyists who wanted a realistic off-road machine that wasn’t… Continue reading
Back in the early 2000s, RC petrol (gas) cars—the big 1/5 scale machines running on two-stroke engines—were seen as the ultimate step up from nitro. They roared, smoked, and smelled just like miniaturized race karts, and for a while they were the dream of many hobbyists. But if you look… Continue reading
There are RC cars that look fast, and there are RC cars that look unforgettable. The Tamiya 1/10 scale Tyrrell P34 Six-Wheeler belongs squarely in the second category. Based on the real-life Formula 1 car that stunned fans back in the 1970s, this kit is one of the most unique… Continue reading
When it comes to Tamiya’s M-chassis series, each generation has its own personality. Some are front-wheel drive, some rear-wheel drive, and some all-wheel drive. But if you’re looking for a chassis that’s all about tail-happy fun and that classic RWD feel, the M-06 is the one that stands out. A… Continue reading
If you’ve spent any time at the track, you’ve probably noticed that some 1/10 on-road RC cars sport huge spoilers that look more like something from a touring car championship than a hobby shop shelf. For many of us, bolting on a large wing instantly gives our car a mean,… Continue reading
When it comes to RC crawling, not all rigs are built the same. On one hand, you have dedicated rock crawlers, and on the other, you have CC-01 style crawlers, which are more like scaled touring car chassis adapted for light off-road use. Both are fun, but they offer very… Continue reading
If you’ve ever stepped into the world of RC racing, you know there are a ton of classes and scales to explore. But few offer the unique combination of precision, speed, and skill quite like 1/12 scale pan car racing. For hobbyists who love on-road racing, it’s a class that’s… Continue reading
If you’re into RC cars and haven’t yet explored the world of Mini-Z, you’re in for a treat. The Kyosho Mini-Z AWD is a standout in the 1/28 scale category, offering a blend of precision engineering, customization options, and a driving experience that’s both accessible and exhilarating. What Makes the… Continue reading
Some modern ESCs can combine the best of both worlds by starting the motor sensored and switching to sensorless at higher speeds. The Castle Creations Mamba X / Monster X with hybrid firmware is an example – it offers the so called Smartsense technology feature. If you’ve been debating between… Continue reading
