AVC Technology from Spectrum RC

AVC - ACTIVE VEHICLE CONTROL

AVC – Active Vehicle Control technology uses a combination of sensors and software algorithms to adjust steering and throttle output at a rate faster than humanly possible, facilitating a more manageable driving experience. The level of stability provided by AVC technology can be adjusted to suit your preference and feels completely natural. With AVC you'll feel like you're driving a finely tuned vehicle that handles with precision at any speed and through every turn.

Follow this link to learn more about AVC  from Spectrum's own website. We have a taster below of just a few RC models now available with AVC pre-installed.

 

LOSI TEN RALLY-X 4WD RALLY CAR WITH AVC [LOS03000]

 

The 4WD Losi® TEN Rally-X comes equipped to go where other Rally cars wouldn’t dare, and drives like no rally car has before. Packed with the powerful Dynamite four-pole, 3900Kv SC motor, the TEN Rally-X delivers excitement at breakneck speeds.  All this is complimented by AVC™ technology that enables precise turns and consistently smooth acceleration for superior handling during off-road and on-road driving.

LOSI Mini 8Ight-T 4WD RTR 1:14 Scale 

First mini vehicle with AVC technology

Being a true RTR, the Mini 8ight-T comes complete with everything needed to hit the ground running. Battery, charger, AAs for the transmitter, everything!

The Mini 8ight-T comes with a waterproof electronics package and the new Spektrum DX2E to facilitate AVC. Patent-pending Spektrum AVC

Vaterra Halix 4WD Monster Truck RTR 1:10 Scale

Experience the speed, power, performance and overall supremacy of RC monster truck bashing with The Vaterra™ Hälix. Spektrum DX2E 2.4GHz Transmitter with Spektrum SRS4200 DSMR AVC Receiver pre-installed.

These quality models from two respected rc brands are undoubtedly the start of AVC being introduced in more and more models to come.

 Alternatively you can equip your favourite rc car with an AVC compatible Spektrum transmitter (DX4C, DX4S, DX4R Pro or DX2E ) and a standalone SRS4210 AVC receiver. Stay in contol whilst testing your skills to the limit.

Weston Park International Model Airshow 2014

For all you RC enthusiasts get yourself down to Weston Park for a great weekend of fun.

Date for your diary 13th - 15th June 2014

At a glance:

• Helifest RC helicopter flight line all weekend
• Model aircraft displays, helicopters, jets and scale
• Battle of Britain pyrotechnic display on Saturday and Sunday
• Craft fair
• Off road and circuit model car racing by British nitro
• On site camping
• Entertainment Friday night (including late bar) plus live singer
• Live band Saturday night (Five Live )
• new for 2014 Pilots lounge and bar
• Full size display - Return of the fantastic Swift glider display team
• Massive boat regatta
• Children's entertainment and large fun fair
• Military vehicles, classic and vintage cars
• Visiting light aircraft both days
• Slot Car racing
• Full catering and licensed bars
• Free children's model building workshops

For more information visit  http://www.westonparkmodelairshow.co.uk/

HPI Savage XL Octane preview - Nürnberg Toy Fair 2014

HPI
Racing are teasing us with the newly released video of the Savage XL
Octane for the Nuremberg Toy Fair 2014. As ever HPI are staying tight
lipped and not giving much away concerning the release of this petrol
1/8^th
scale truck. Giving that they have released the video we anticipate
that things are finally starting to come together for this model,
will it be released before Christmas 2014? here's hoping! We'll be
visiting HPI again in a matter of weeks and we'll be grilling them on
any new info concerning the release of the Savage Octane. Stay tuned,
as we'll keep you guys updated.

HPI Savage XL Octane News 2014

HPI Racing are teasing us with the newly released video of the Savage XL Octane for the Nuremberg Toy Fair 2014. As ever HPI are staying tight lipped and not giving much away concerning the release of this petrol 1/8^th scale truck. Giving that they have released the video we anticipate that things are finally starting to come together for this model, will it be released before Christmas 2014? here's hoping! We'll be visiting HPI again in a matter of weeks and we'll be grilling them on any new info concerning the release of the Savage Octane. Stay tuned, as we'll keep you guys updated.

KEN BLOCK 2013 GRC FORD FIESTA H.F.H.V. RC RALLY CARS

The Awesome Ken Block WR8 2013 GRC Ford Fiesta will be available from HPI Racing in Brushless and Nitro rc cars. Officially licensed Ken Block's Global Rallycross Ford Fiesta H.F.H.V. in his eye-catching blue and black GRC livery. So whether your into electric or nitro rally cars, HPI have made it easy for you. The chassis is Based on the Bullet 3.0 Monster truck, so the Ken Block WR8 will be tough and can take a real rally bash on or off the road! 

For the ultimate in replica looks and fantastic performance, every HPI WR8 with Ken Block's Global Rallycross Ford Fiesta H.F.H.V. body is fitted with replica 11-spoke Speedline GRC wheels in Ken's signature bright blue. The wheels really help the car stand out as a scale replica, and for extreme performance, the wheels are wrapped with semi-slick HPI tires made from real rubber. The rubber compound helps the car stick to asphalt or tarmac, and the treads increase traction on dusty surfaces and dirt for real GRC action! 

 HPI Racing replicate the Ken Block's Global RallyCross Ford Fiesta H.F.H.V. To a very high spec, from the front splitter to the rear wing, and from the roof air intake to the bright blue wheels, this car looks like the real thing! Every detail of Ken's real GRC car is replicated in 1/8th scale, from the grilles and headlights to the double-level rear wing and spoiler. Even the 11-spoke bright blue Speedline wheels are represented in miniature! If you want to drive like Ken, you've got to have his car, and HPI have the only authorized replica of Ken's Global RallyCross car on the planet! Gotta take your hats of to HPI, they sure know what us RC fans love. For full specifications on these models visit HPI Racing

 First showcased at the 2014 Nuremberg Toy Fair,  RC model shops all around the UK are eagerly awaiting the arrival of these cars, HPI Racing have given SRI Remote Toys the approximate release date of Mid April 2014, we anticipate these being a very popular model and are already taking pre-orders from very keen rc enthusiasts who don't want to miss out on the first batch to hit our shelves. To pre-Order your Ken Block follow our link : -

112868 Nitro Ken Block Rally

112715 Brushless Ken Block Rally