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January 28, 2026

Kyosho MP11e Prototype at Nuremberg Toy Fair

Having llaunched its MP11 Nitro Buggy in the middle of last year, first showing that at the Kyosho Masters, Kyosho is showing off a prototype of its upcoming electric buggy, the MP11e, at this week’s Nuremberg Toy Fair. With the electric buggy retaining the same suspension and geometry of the nitro version, the still pre-production example have a completely new centre section and has been designed with ease of maintenance and to improve front/rear balance. While some parts of the new design are said to be still subject to change, Kyosho is aiming to ship the first finals kits from Japan in April.

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January 28, 2026

Xray X4F Balancing Weight for XLP2 Shocks

New from Xray for its Front Wheel Drive Touring Car the X4F comes these Balancing Weight for XLP2 Shocks. CNC-machined from brass, the front left and front right 45gram brass weights are moved from the bumper to under the front driveshafts into the centre of the front drive train for improved weight transfer on & off power. Black coated & laser engraved, they improve weight balance and the rotation of the car.

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January 28, 2026

Tamiya TRF421X Touring Car

With the 75th edition of Spielwarenmesse, better known as the Nuremberg Toy Fair, taking place in Germany this week, while not the mecca it once was for new car releases, Tamiya has used it to publicly unveil their new TRF421X Electric Touring Car. With 2026 a big year for the iconic Japanese manufacturer as it celebrates its 50th anniversary, the X model comes a year after the TRF421 platform debuted at the show. While Tamiya have not yet officially published any detailed images of their latest competition touring car creation, Kenneth Södergård, a Swede who knows a thing or two about Tamiya touring cars, has gone into detailed analysis of the TRF421X on his website Blog Kentech which you can read here.

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January 28, 2026

JConcepts 2026 Race Team Apparel

JConcepts has a fresh new look for the 2026 season with a new ‘Reload’ apparel line to go with its fresh and rejuvenated racing team. Each year, the Florida brands design team inspires racers with a new logo, and new theme for what is sure to be another action-packed year on the circuit. The range includes two t-shirt designs, a pull-over hoodie sweatshirt, a zipper hoodie sweatshirt, and a choice of 4 hat types. Each items feature some of JConcepts favourite imagery, the globe representing world participation, along with the traditional checkerboard that will have racers dashing for the finish line. In the logo comes in white and blue printed colours with an option of retro inspired pink and teal colours available in the t-shirts.

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January 28, 2026

Yokomo MS2.0 Steel Chassis Spec

Releasing its latest competition spec 1:10 Electric Touring Car at the end of last August, Yokomo introduces its thirds version of the MS2.0 with its Steel Chassis kit option. The new MS2.0 features a steel main chassis and compared to graphite or aluminium, offers greater mass and weight down low. 1.2mm in thickness, the steel chassis provides a lower centre of gravity and this suppresses highside tendencies. It also leads to increased cornering limits and provides stability through appropriate flex, giving you an advantage in high-grip surface racing.

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January 28, 2026

Morganti joins Mugen Seiki Racing

Mugen Seiki Racing, the US distributor for the World Champion Japanese manufacturer, has announced the signing of top American nitro onroad racer Diego Morganti. Son of veteran 1:8 Onroad racer Paolo, the 21-year-old was the winner of 2025 KO Propo Grand Prix driving a Capricorn but goes into the 2026 season with a completely new program. Announced as joining Ielasi Tuned engines at the end of 2025, on campaigning Mugen Seiki’s newly released World Championship winning MRX7, Morganti said, ‘I’m very excited to announce my new collaboration with Mugen Seiki Racing! I can’t wait to get to the track and start testing the new MRX7. Thank you so much to Brian Thomas and to the entire Mugen Seiki team.’

Source: Mugen Seiki Racing [Facebook]

January 28, 2026

Reds Racing 721 Superveloce GEN5 Offroad Engine

Italy’s Reds Racing has introduced its latest 721 Superveloce, the GEN5 the most refined evolution of the Superveloce platform yet. The GEN5 is the result of targeted development on internal fluid dynamics, crankshaft and cylinder timing, and the introduction of the new 9mm carburetor, with a clear objective: increase power without increasing fuel consumption. Performance is higher, while fuel mileage remains exactly the same as the original Superveloce, a long-time benchmark for efficiency. The 721 Superveloce GEN5 is designed to cover both Buggy and Truggy applications with a single engine platform, simplifying choices for racers competing in multiple classes. Reworked internal flow paths improve air–fuel mixture quality and combustion stability. The result is smoother power delivery, faster throttle response, and extremely consistent performance over long runs.

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January 27, 2026

Rasmussen joins Schumacher

Schumacher Racing has announced the return of leading Danish racer & Spec Touring Car World Championship Finalist Jesper Rasmussen who will represent the British manufacturer in both onroad and offroad. The move comes after 11-years of racing for Team Associated in offroad and a one year stint with IRIS for his onroad program. Kicking off his new chassis sponsorship this weekend in Stock Touring Car at ETS Daun, on the announcement Rassmussen said, ‘I’m super happy to be back “home” after more than 10 years away from team. Looking forward to work together with team in On road and Off Road. I plan to do all ETS races in 2026, European Championship and World Championship in On Road, National races in On road and Off road fit in my race schedule. My first race will be ETS Daun with my Mi9.’

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]