RC Car & Truck Blog Articles

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Are you a radio control car, truck, or buggy enthusiast? Or maybe you’re just getting started in the world of surface RC? In either case, we’ve got you covered with our RC car blogs. Our experts cover a variety of topics for expert and beginner RC car drivers from product selection and modifications to accessorizing for asphalt or dirt. Check out our RC car and RC truck blogs frequently for the latest information.

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17 Articles
How to Charge RC Batteries
How to Charge RC Batteries: A Beginner’s Guide to Charging LiPo and Other RC Batteries
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Find Replacement Parts Fast at an Online Hobby Store
Locate almost any RC model replacement parts quickly and easily when you shop for them at an online hobby store.
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How To Glue RC Tires
Learn how to get perfectly mounted tires every time.
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How to Choose RC Tires
When it comes to RC tires, the options can feel endless. In this RC tire guide, our RC experts will break down what to look for when choosing the best RC tires.
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Can You Take LiPo Batteries on a Plane? 2023 Updates
Wondering if you can take LiPo batteries on a plane? You’re not alone. Flying with LiPo batteries is possible if you plan ahead and follow the guidelines from the FAA and TSA.
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How to Build Your Own RC Car
Learn how to build your own RC car in this blog from Horizon Hobby.
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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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Newbie’s Guide to Axialfest
Get Ready for the next Axialfest with this event guide. We’ll share tips and tricks to make the most out of Axialfest 2022, 2023, and beyond!
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Spektrum Servo Options That Won’t Steer You Wrong
Steering servos are a frequent and effective RC vehicle upgrade. Here, we review Spektrum steering servos for an RC rock crawler.
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The Five Best RC Questions for New Enthusiasts to Ask Themselves
Here are our 5 best tips for those of you new to the RC hobby and wanting to join in on the fun!
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Horizon Insider Tech Talk: Upgrade Your Vehicle to Spektrum DSMR Technology
Upgrade your RC surface vehicle to Spektrum with this video guide.
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ARRMA GRANITE VOLTAGE Battery and Charger Upgrade Options - Horizon Insider Tech Talk
ARRMA GRANITE VOLTAGE Battery and Charger Upgrade Video
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