Latest HPI Savage XL Octane News

HPI Racing fans have been eagerly awaiting the launch of the revolutionary petrol Savage Octane, over the last few years speculation has grew to anticipation on the launch date, our last visit to HPI Europe's headquarters back in March, we viewed the prototype and was assured the model was soon to hit the market. Unfortunately weeks have gradually turned to months and no news has been forthcoming.

Today after another visit to HPI Europe we have finally been given some concrete news. Unfortunately much to their regret the Savage Octane will not be available this year and is undergoing more development. Although they are staying pretty tight lipped on the situation it is clear that they will not release a new model on the market until it has undergone vigorous testing and meets with their high standards, which to be fair, is better for everyone in the long term.

Whether the Savage Octane will ever make it to market is now to be questioned, we've heard a variety of reasons for the delays but never any official statement. It is definitely disappointing as this model has received so much hype in anticipation of its launch. Whatever the outcome, as ever we will keep you updated with any news relating to the Octane.

NEW Maverick Petrol 1/5th Cars for 2013

MAVERICK BLACKOUT XB - PETROL 1/5 BUGGY

If you like the “Desert Buggy” look - your gonna love the new Blackout XB, with its bright coloured body, nobody will miss this beast flying by!!!!

 MAVERICK BLACKOUT XT – PETROL 1/5TH TRUGGY

With it's sleek design this stadium truck/truggy oozes style – we can see this being an affordable large scale petrol car for years to come.

The range of Maverick large-scale petrol vehicles gets even BIGGER for 2013, with the addition of a huge buggy and truggy along with the venerable Blackout MT monster truck! Awesome 4WD power, a 30cc petrol engine and a bright new look make the Maverick 1/5th scale vehicle family bigger and better than ever! These awesome vehicles are completely Ready-To-Run: all you need to do is add your premixed fuel and drop in the batteries! All three feature a 2.4GHz radio system for glitch-free driving with any number of other RC vehicles - you'll be able to drive all day long with your friends or other racers! The powerful 30cc engine starts with a simple pullstarter cord, and gives you extreme top speeds and jaw-dropping acceleration that will absolutely astound you as the tyres kick up gravel, dirt and mud!

The Maverick range of 1/5^th Petrol cars are an affordable entry into the world of Large scale petrol RC fun – We are expecting these new models to be with us in July 2013 so not to long until you can get your hands on these exciting models.

Check out our website for more information on these large scale petrol cars from Maverick.

Carrera RC – Because your never to young for Remote Control Cars !!!

Increasing our product range to suit customers requirements is our goal – Carrera RC meets the demand for Radio controlled cars for the younger RC enthusiast.

Carrera RC has worked tirelessly to improve childrens Radio controlled cars, taking key areas such as charge & running times, strength, quality and reliability and have successfully improved the features that in the past have let toy rc cars down.

Batteries are now fast charged in just over an hour, using Li-on power batteries you get up to an hour of run time, depending on vehicle size. Their range of RC cars include 27mhz and 2.4gHz technology. Check out Carrera RC to see full features of all their RC models.

What better way to test a product than give it to your own grandchild (aged 6) and let him put it through the bashing only children can. I think we can safely say we have an RC enthusiast for the next generation in the making. Needless to say we were impressed with the quality of the car and can thoroughly recommend them.

Check out our website to see the range of Carrera RC cars.

HPI RACING SAVAGE XL OCTANE

Coming soon from HPI Racing, the eagerly awaited Savage Octane XL

Continuing the success of the HPI Savage truck, the next natural step for HPI Racing was to take its flagship model and turn it into a petrol truck, and so the Savage Octane XL was born.

After visiting HPI Racing Europe and viewing the prototype Savage Octane XL, you can begin to respect the design and technology that has been used in creating the next phase of RC car development.

The Prototype has cutting edge 3D Laser printed exhaust, manifold & gearbox, which in itself is pretty impressive. With a Mighty 15cc Petrol engine housed within the truck, any overheating issues were erased by installing a 4 inch ducted cooling fan. Features the standard Savage XL specs plus all new XL fuel tank for even longer drive times, tuned pipe that matches the Octane engine for increased torque and power, all new composite triple break system, all new designed alloy TVP (Twin Vertical Plate) chassis and with an even tougher roll cage and new XL bodyshell, they certainly have been busy at HPI Racing.

 HPI fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the Savage Octane, but some are still concerned there has been no indication of the final price tag, we've been given a hint that the RRP is likely to settle around the £800 marker and for those of you who gasp at the price, we can certainly say that we are sure the Savage Octane will soon grow to have a huge fan base.

We'll keep you posted on any news and development concerning the Octane, release date has yet to be confirmed, but we have been led to believe that June/July will be the earliest it may come to RC shops. Pre Order your HPI Savage Octane XL as we are guessing these will sell out as soon as the first shipment hits the stores.

RC DRIFT CARS

We have a growing customer base of RC Drift car enthusiasts visiting us, so we thought we'd show you a selection of RC Drift cars available from us. For those on a budget we have a range of Maverick Drift cars, for on-road style and attitude, there's no beating drifting! With the Strada DC Evo range.

Maverick Strada DC Evo

From HPI Racing we have the Sprint 2 range of RC Drift Cars, including the Sprint 2 Drift 1969 Mustang. With licensed bodyshells, wheels & tyres and 2.4Ghz radio gear the Sprint 2 Drift range cries out cooool!!!!

HPI SPRINT 2 DRIFT WITH 1969 MUSTANG RTR-X BODY

In Kit form from Tamiya we have the Toyota GT86 Drift Spec TT-01DE Kit. Not only do you get the pleasure of building your own RC Drift car from scratch, reproduced in awesome scale detail by Tamiya.

TAMIYA TOYOTA 86 DRIFT SPEC

Not only is Drifting considered to be a huge sport in Japan and America, it is gradually moving around the world to become a world class motor sport! It doesn't just look cool, its even more fun doing it!

Tamiya Remote Control Cars

We're gradually increasing our Tamiya RC Car range, including Tamiya kits and Tamiya RTR cars. For those who like the pleasure of a build it yourself projects, we now stock Tamiya paints.
We have some of the old time favourites such as the Tamiya Lunchbox and Holiday buggy and some of their newer models including Toyota 86 Drift car and Ford Escort Cosworth. With Ready to Run models and Kit form you can see why many people enjoy the Tamiya Range.

In Tamiya's words
“When it comes right down to it, Tamiya's main goal is to offer the world the most rewarding modeling experience possible. Grasping the various parts, assembling, and finally painting a finely crafted model is truly a special and rare experience in today's modern world. Tamiya feels that this hands-on experience is invaluable. So whether it's our careful attention to quality, or our commitment to ease-of-assembly, we are always striving to create truly fulfilling ways to spend one's time.

For Tamiya Remote Control Cars,visit us online or come along to our retail shop in Tamworth, Staffordshire to view some of the models we have on show. We work hard to update our website with new models, parts and accessories we now stock, but all this takes time and many of the products we stock have yet to make the website. Pick up the phone or e-mail us if you can't find what your looking for.