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Event Preview｜Hudy Series Coming to Foshan in October
The Hudy Series will arrive in Foshan, China this October!
Venue: the brand-new Hongyu·GDC International Science, Education & Racing Center
Race categories include:
- 1/10 Electric Touring Car Modified & 13.5T Blinky
- 17.5T GT
- 1/8 Nitro On-Road
- 1/8 Nitro GT On-Road
Full event details will be announced soon—stay tuned!
Meanwhile, the Hudy Series Hong Kong round concluded successfully last weekend with around 60 drivers competing. We believe the Foshan round in October will bring together top talents and enthusiasts from across the Greater Bay Area, creating another spectacular racing event!
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[Sneak Peek] Tamiya 1/35 German Panther Tank G Late Version
Here’s your first look at Tamiya’s upcoming 1/35 R/C German Panther (Panther) Tank G Late Version (with control unit)! The last time this model was released was back in 2010 under product number 48209, a 1/35 scale R/C Panther G Late Version equipped with a 2.4GHz control unit. Now, Tamiya is bringing this tank back to the 1/35 R/C Tank Series, this time featuring updated radio gear (TTU-10 transmitter and MC-07 receiver).
The Panther tank debuted in mid-1943 and remained one of the mainstays of the German armored forces through the end of WWII. The Ausf. G variant entered service in 1944 and was upgraded later that year with improvements such as a redesigned lower gun mantlet to prevent direct hits from penetrating the crew compartment, a more protruding mantlet shape for better protection, damped exhausts for enhanced nighttime stealth, and intake vents on the engine grilles to provide warm air to the crew in cold conditions. Known for its balance of mobility, firepower, and protection, the Panther earned its reputation as one of the giants of WWII armor.
About the Model
• 1/35 scale R/C assembly kit
• Length: 257 mm, Height: 85 mm, Width: 94 mm (excluding figures and machine gun)
• Faithfully recreates the German Panther G Late Version’s iconic shape
• Uses assembly-type tracks just like the real vehicle for realistic movement
• Full range of functions — forward, reverse, turns, pivot turns, turret rotation, and gun elevation/depression — all controlled via the 4-channel TTU-10 transmitter and MC-07 control unit
• Includes two drive motors and two turret control motors, with four selectable driving speeds via the transmitter
• Comes with two full figures and pre-assembled twin gearboxes
• Product No.: 48219
• Scheduled Release: January 2026
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Sony Acquires Stake in Bandai Namco to Expand Cross-Media IP
Sony Group Corp. (TYO: 6758) announced that it will invest approximately ¥68 billion (around USD 464 million) to acquire about 2.5% (16 million shares) of Japanese gaming and entertainment giant Bandai Namco Holdings (TYO: 7832), becoming one of its major minority shareholders and establishing a strategic partnership.
Bandai Namco is the owner of globally renowned IPs such as Gundam, Pac-Man, Tekken, and Elden Ring, and is also involved in arcade gaming, anime production, and film making. In recent years, global demand for Japanese anime has surged, becoming a key growth driver for Sony. In 2021, Sony acquired leading online anime streaming platform Crunchyroll and integrated it with Funimation, further expanding its global anime influence.
In a joint statement, Sony and Bandai Namco said they will work together to expand their fan base and strengthen engagement, especially in the rapidly growing anime market. The two companies plan to co-develop new animations, manga, and cross-media projects based on multiple IPs, aiming to deliver fresh and emotionally resonant (“Kando”) entertainment experiences to fans worldwide.
Industry analysts noted that Sony’s competitor Nintendo currently holds around 1.8% of Bandai Namco’s shares, while Sony has previously collaborated with Bandai Namco on popular works such as Mobile Suit Gundam SEED FREEDOM and Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba. This new stake acquisition is expected to strengthen Sony’s upstream IP portfolio and support Bandai Namco’s global expansion.
Beyond this deal, Sony already holds significant investments in major Japanese media and gaming companies, including 12% of Kadokawa, 14.09% of FromSoftware, 4.9% of Epic Games, 5% of Devolver Digital, and 4.98% of Bilibili. While Bandai Namco continues to grow its gaming business, it is also actively expanding into film production — most recently partnering with A24 and director Alex Garland to develop an Elden Ring movie. With this collaboration now in place, industry watchers expect deeper cooperation between the two companies across anime, gaming, and film, bringing fans more innovative and highly anticipated cross-media works.
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[Preview] A Legend Returns – Tamiya Mercedes-Benz 190 E 1991
The Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 EVO II is more than just a touring car – it’s a motorsport icon. First released by Tamiya in 1992 on the TA-01 chassis (Item No. 58108), this classic touring machine captured the hearts of R/C and DTM fans alike. It made a celebrated comeback in 2004 on the TT-01 chassis (Item No. 58327) before retiring in 2007.
Now, nearly two decades later, Tamiya revives this legend with a brand-new TT-02 1/10 electric touring car (Item No. 58752), bringing back the unmistakable silhouette of the 1991 EVO II in stunning detail:
TT-02 1/10 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 EVO II 1991
• 1/10 scale R/C assembly kit
• Length: 445mm, width: 184mm, height: 137mm, wheelbase: 257mm
• Uses an existing body mold (believed to be from the 1990s)
• Lightweight yet rigid 1.0mm polycarbonate body faithfully recreates the EVO II’s aggressive lines
• Separate black ABS plastic parts for side mirrors, rear wing, front grille, and emblems
• Shaft-driven 4WD TT-02 chassis delivers excellent adaptability and stability
• Silver dish wheels paired with racing slick tires
• Includes stickers and masking stickers for painting
• Item No.: 58752
• Scheduled for release in January 2026
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Tamiya 1/10 Mini Cooper Racing – MB-01 Chassis
Tamiya introduces the 1/10 Mini Cooper Racing RC car, built on the versatile MB-01 chassis. The original Mini debuted in 1959 and remained largely unchanged until 2000, with over 5.3 million units produced and crowned the #2 “Car of the Century.” Its pioneering front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout was revolutionary at the time, combining a compact footprint, spacious interior, and nimble handling. The 1961 Mini Cooper performance variant went on to dominate motorsports and win the hearts of enthusiasts worldwide.
This new kit faithfully replicates the Mini Cooper Racing model, with the MINI trademark used under license from BMW AG. It includes a pre-cut polycarbonate body shell, hood stripes, side decals, and race number stickers. Classic eight-spoke wheels shod with 60D radial tires let you experience genuine Mini charisma on the track.
The car rides on Tamiya’s MB-01 compact 2WD chassis, switchable between front-drive and rear-drive, and offers three wheelbase options. The Mini Cooper Racing kit ships in its default front-wheel-drive, short-wheelbase configuration (210 mm), matching the real car’s layout. The chassis features independent double-wishbone suspension with friction dampers on all four corners, and fully modular components (motor mount assembly, gearbox housing, suspension units, etc.) for easy assembly and maintenance. Simply swap the gearbox and steering link orientation to toggle between FWD and RWD modes; in RWD you can choose high or low motor-mount positions for different handling characteristics.
- Item No. 58747
- Estimated Release Date: September 20, 2025
Specifications
- Length / Width / Height: 315 mm / 167 mm / 140 mm
- Wheelbase: 210 mm (short)
- Track (F/R): 140 mm / 140 mm
- Tire Size: 25 mm × 59 mm (front/rear)
- Drive: Front-wheel-drive (convertible to rear-wheel-drive)
- Differential: Resin 4-gear bevel diff
- Steering: 3-link tie-rod setup
- Suspension: Double-wishbone, 4-corner
- Dampers: Friction type, front and rear
- Final Drive Ratio: 5.83:1 (29T pinion / 65T spur)
- Motor: 540-size
- Electronic Speed Controller: ESC (sold separately)
Highlights
- Pre-cut polycarbonate shell precisely captures the Mini Cooper’s compact, muscular lines, with widened front and rear fenders for a performance look
- Signature hexagonal “Mk-II” grille and round headlights
- Includes hood stripes, race number “32 (Mini),” hood pins, and other decals
- Race-inspired details: no bumpers, square tail lamps, large rear window
- Classic eight-spoke wheels with 60D treaded radials for authentic style and grip
- MB-01 chassis in default FWD + short wheelbase delivers agile handling
- Three-link steering linkage, servo mounted on the front left
- Symmetrical double-wishbone suspension for balanced turn-in
- Motor sits on the front right, driving the front diff via a short shaft
- Modular motor mount can be removed with just two screws for easy maintenance
- Resin 4-gear bevel diff (same as TT-02) upgradeable to ball-diff or oil-filled diff (sold separately)
- Flip-style battery holder for quick pack changes
- Adjustable top deck and bottom deck positions, plus shims, allow three wheelbase settings; 210 mm short setup is standard
- Rear suspension also uses double-wishbone with friction dampers
- MB-01 chassis offers FWD/RWD conversion and three wheelbase options in each mode for versatile setups