HEC The 1st China Hangzhou International Model Culture Festival

Building on the profound legacy of the HEC China Model Expo—established 25 years ago—and leveraging its long-term cultivation and research in the East China market, the inaugural China Hangzhou International Model Culture Festival has received enthusiastic support from both new and long-standing partners. Since the official announcement of the festival, exhibitor recruitment has progressed smoothly, while preparations for exciting competitions and themed on-site interactive activities are also well underway.

HEC Hangzhou

As the largest model industry event in the Asia-Pacific region, the China Model Expo is making its first move southward with a comprehensive upgrade in the form of the China Hangzhou International Model Culture Festival. From the moment the dates were confirmed, the event has drawn wide attention and high expectations. To further enhance the experience for exhibitors and visitors alike, the festival has optimized its venue plan—Hall 1B and Hall 1C of Phase I at the Hangzhou International Expo Center will now be utilized, offering more spacious areas and improved facilities. Upgrades have also been made to visitor flow, transportation planning, and dining services, aiming to create a more convenient and comfortable exhibition environment.

We sincerely invite model enthusiasts and industry peers from around the world to gather in Hangzhou this November and witness together this grand celebration of model culture!

A New Stage for Speed & Passion | Grand Opening of Hongyu·GDC Racing Center

Right in the heart of Qiandeng Lake, Foshan (Greater Bay Area, China), the Hongyu·GDC International Science & Racing Center has officially opened. Covering more than 10,000㎡, it is China’s first world-class RC racing facility — and the world’s only all-in-one RC hub.

Hongyu GDC Foshan


Four professional tracks are available:

  • Outdoor asphalt on-road track (3,300㎡ | 1/8, 1/10, 1/12, GT, electric & nitro)
  • Indoor clay off-road track (1,300㎡ | 1/8 & 1/10 off-road, electric & nitro)
  • Indoor asphalt multi-purpose arena (1,000㎡ | RC drifting, crawlers, scale engineering, mini RC, and more)
  • Indoor crawler course (supports 1/24, 1/10, 1/8 competitions)

Just 30 minutes away, the Foshan GDC RC Club (opened in 2023) continues to operate with an indoor carpet on-road track and an indoor off-road track, both open year-round for races and daily practice. Together, the two venues form a “Twin-Star RC Layout,” positioning Foshan as a true hub for RC activities.

Looking ahead: In 2026, the Hongyu·GDC Racing Center will host the IFMAR ISTC 1/10 Electric Touring Car World Championship and the 1/12 Electric On-Road World Championship, welcoming the world’s top RC drivers for a true world-class showdown.

Location: Hongyu·Longyu Center, Dali Town, Nanhai District, Foshan, Guangdong, China Maps: Search “宏宇 GDC” on Gaode Maps or Baidu Maps

Tamiya Raizzan with the All-New ME Chassis

Tamiya has announced the upcoming release of the brand-new Mini 4WD “Raizzan,” featuring the all-new ME chassis. Product No. 18663, scheduled for release at the end of October 2025.

Tamiya 18663

In addition to the MS and MA chassis, Tamiya is excited to unveil the third double-shaft motor chassis in the Mini 4WD PRO series—the ME chassis. The name “ME” comes from Midship, Evolution, Easy, and Enjoy. It inherits the easy-to-assemble concept of the MA chassis, while reducing weight through ergonomic design.

The Raizzan body is designed by Japanese designer Kota Nezu (znug design), who also designed the 18634 Astralster (MS), 18640 Raikiri (MA), and 18100 Eleglitter (VZ). The Raizzan body uses a monocoque frame with detachable panels, inspired by high-end sports cars.

“Raizzan” is written in Chinese as 雷斬, similar to “Raikiri” (雷切), and its name is derived from a legendary Japanese sword in mythology. This kit is a true design masterpiece—so striking that it could easily be mistaken for a real car—unlocking new possibilities for the world of Mini 4WD.

LC Racing Launches New 25° Ultra-Soft Rally Tire Tread

LC Racing has released the 1/10 PTG-2 Rally Tire, product number C8081. This is a combo product consisting of an ultra-soft 25° DJ rally tire tread and insert.

The tire uses a brand-new rubber compound, with the new tread being softer and less elastic. This brings two key advantages:

  1. Significantly improved grip on dirt tracks;
  2. Reduced wear compared to other tires of the same softness.

As a result, it has been designed specifically as a rally competition tire for dirt conditions, allowing it to deliver optimal performance on dirt race tracks.