Introduction to Remote Control Cars

For many decades now, remote control cars have both fascinated and inspired multiple generations. From the first remote control cars that were produced in the 1960s to the high-tech remote control cars of today these gadgets have become much more than just toys.

Although the technology that drives remote control cars today is vastly different from the first remote control cars, the inspiration behind them still stems from the desire to both entertain as well as fascinate.

Whether you are new to remote control cars or you are a die-hard collector who is looking to build your own remote control car from scratch, you will find there is certainly much about these high-tech toys to love. In this guide we will explore everything there is to know about remote control cars, from the history to the options that are available for upgrading them today.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1

Getting Started

   The History of Remote Control Cars

   Types of Remote Control Cars

   How Remote Control Cars Work

      The Transmitter

Options for Powering RC Cars

   Battery Pack RC Cars

   Gas Powered RC Cars

Nitro Gas Powered RC Cars

Chapter 2

Getting Started

Which Car is Right for You?

An In-depth Look at Electric RC Cars

Benefits of Electric RC Cars

The Electric RC Motor

An In-Depth Look at Nitro RC Cars

2-Stroke or 4-Stroke

Understanding the Nitro Fuel      

Maintenance Tips for Nitro RC Car

Chapter 3

Ready to Run or Build your Own?

Ready to Run

Build your Own Car

Tips for Getting Started

Necessary Tools

Chapter 4

What Type of RC Car is Right for You?

On-Road vs Off-Road

On-Road           

Off-Road          

Which Type of Model?

Cars

Trucks

Dune Buggies

Flyers

Watercraft

Sizes of RC Cars

1/10 Scale Touring Cars

1/10 Scale Stadium Trucks

1/8 Scale Monster Trucks

1/8 Scale Buggies          

Micro and Mini Cars

Your Budget

Chapter 5

Operating and Racing your RC Car

Good Sportsmanship

Racing your RC Car       

Truck and Tractor Pulls

Understanding RC Racing

The Race is On

Turn Marshalling

Racing on a New Track

Tips for Passing 

Chapter 6

Competition Rules

ROAR COMPETITION RULES

5.1 GENERAL COMPETITION RULES

5.2 GENERAL VEHICLE RULES    

5.3 CLASSES

5.4 TECHNICAL INSPECTION      

NORRCA Competition Rules

QUALIFYING

GENERAL TECHNICAL RULES: ALL CLASSES

GENERAL RULES

Conclusion