Driving RC cars and trucks is a great hobby that is fun for all ages, but that doesn’t mean it is without occasional frustrations. Most RC vehicles only have a range of up to 100 feet before the reception cuts off. Improving the range of your remote-control vehicle is 100% achievable and not overly complicated. … Read more
Speed is easily one of the most satisfying things about RC cars. I mean, who doesn’t enjoy driving a lightning-fast RC car and making huge jumps with it? So a lot of people will be interested in getting a fast RC car. Traxxas is a well-known brand name in the RC community, so are Traxxas … Read more
I know one thing for sure—an RC truck is never fast enough. And as a fellow RC enthusiast, I know that tingling sensation that begs you to see if you can do something to improve your RC truck’s speed. The good news is that there are certainly plenty of ways to make an RC truck … Read more
People who own RC cars know that they need to care for them. They will clean the tires, the suspension, and the various electrical components of the RC car. However, the electric motor also needs to be regularly cleaned, but it can often be overlooked. This mistake may come from the fact that brushless RC … Read more
Even if you are not interested in mixing your own nitro fuel, you can still benefit from having more intimate knowledge about what is found in nitro fuel. This can help you improve the performance of your RC model. It can even help you in extending the life of the nitro engine significantly. What is … Read more
RC tires can be expensive to replace time and again when they keep coming loose from the rims. Usually, it starts with one of the back tires loosening up during a race. With high speeds, temperatures, and grippy rubber on asphalt, the tires just can’t hold onto the rim anymore. Maybe you have some spare … Read more
It may surprise you to see how many reasons there could be as to why your RC won’t go in reverse. Don’t worry though, we’ll go through all the main reasons and explain how to fix it. These are the most common reasons why your RC won’t go in reverse: Now let’s go through the … Read more
So you want to add a trailer or sled behind your RC to pull some extra weight around. Maybe just because it looks cool or to give the kids a fun ride without using manpower? Whatever your reasons are, it isn’t as much of a novel idea as you may think. An RC car can … Read more
Traction or “grip” is one of the most important aspects of RC acceleration and handling. If your car is spinning off the start line and sliding off corners, your tires aren’t biting down enough. In this article, I’ll explain exactly which factors affect grip and provide methods on how to maximize your tire grip to … Read more
Whether you’re replacing your old worn-out tires with fresh ones or just replacing one damaged tire, there are a number of methods you can use to get the job done. I have compiled a list of six tried and tested techniques from most common to the more frowned upon. I’ll explain how to carry out … Read more