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What Is the Best Beginner RC Car?

What Is the Best Beginner RC Car?

Are you looking at RC vehicles for the first time and wondering what is the best beginner RC car? We'll break it down for you!

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How Fast Can Fast RC Cars Go?

How Fast Can Fast RC Cars Go?

The ARRMA LIMITLESS 1/7 scale is 150 mph against a Formula One car. The world record is 202.02 mph. These are a few of the fast RC cars out there.

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How large is the largest RC car?

How large is the largest RC car?

We’re looking at how large the largest RC cars are along with the other benefits of going with a large-scale RC car or truck.

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What Is the best RC car for under $400?

What Is the best RC car for under $400?

Want to choose the best RC car for under $400? Take a look at our top 5 picks for RC cars under $400.

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Get the Drift!

Get the Drift!

RC drifting is an exciting hobby enjoyed by many. Learn more about what it takes to make an RC drift car or what to look for when purchasing as well as some great tips on how to make your first drift.

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Remote Control Cars for Adults

Remote Control Cars for Adults

Hobby quality remote control cars are very different than the toys you might remember playing with from a department store as a kid. Remote control cars for adults are bigger, faster, and more durable than yesterday's toy models. If you like cars, check out the world of RC cars for adults!

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Fast RC Cars Buyers Guide

Fast RC Cars Buyers Guide

Looking for a fast RC car? Wondering which RC car is the fastest on different terrain? We've got all the details here in our Buyer's Guide for fast RC cars, trucks, buggies, and more!

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No Prep RC Drag Racing League Rules

No Prep RC Drag Racing League Rules

New to the world of No-Prep RC Drag Racing? We'll explain the league rules so you can join in on the fun!

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It’s Good to Be “King of the Streets”

It’s Good to Be “King of the Streets”

King of the Streets represents a fast-growing segment of RC competition called No Prep Street Outlaw Drag Racing. No Prep means that the racing surface is left unprepared to simulate normal street conditions (although blowing it off is acceptable).

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The Ultimate Beginner Guide to Getting Started With RC Cars

The Ultimate Beginner Guide to Getting Started With RC Cars

Here’s a helpful beginner guide with the answers to many frequently asked questions about getting started with RC Cars.

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Fun RC Activities For the Whole Family

Fun RC Activities For the Whole Family

Many families have flocked to radio-control hobbies as a safe, fun way to get outdoors. And the hobby never needs to feel stale. Keep reading to learn about outside-the-box activities to help keep the RC spark alive for people of all ages.

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Top 5 RC Gifts for the 2020 Holiday Season

Top 5 RC Gifts for the 2020 Holiday Season

Kyle Roberts shares his 2020 holiday gift guide of all thing RC.

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