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FIELD GUIDE 10 MIN READ
Build a better charging routine.
The checks to make before, during and after a charge.
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A practical starting point for charging, family supervision and reading the rules that apply to your equipment.
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FIELD GUIDE 10 MIN READ
RC Cars for Kids: Age Guidance and Safety for Parents
What RC makers say about kids and hobby-grade cars, toy vs hobby grade, battery safety basics, and beginner models that include a battery and charger.
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FIELD GUIDE 8 MIN READ
"Waterproof" RC Cars: What Traxxas and Arrma Really Mean
What Traxxas and Arrma manuals actually say about waterproof RC cars, what isn't protected, and a step-by-step checklist for care after a wet run.
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FIELD GUIDE 9 MIN READ
Flying and Shipping RC LiPo Batteries: FAA, TSA, USPS Rules
Can you fly or mail RC LiPo packs? Watt-hour math for common RC batteries plus FAA, TSA and USPS rules. Not legal advice; always check your airline.
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FIELD GUIDE 10 MIN READ
FPV RC Cars in the U.S.: FCC Rules and the Covered List
FPV video on RC cars: FCC Part 15 vs. Part 97 ham rules, the Dec. 22, 2025 Covered List addition, later FCC orders, and the open question for ground vehicles.
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FIELD GUIDE 11 MIN READ
Tariffs, De Minimis, and RC Prices in 2025–2026
What the end of de minimis, the Supreme Court's IEEPA ruling, and new Section 122 and 301 tariffs mean for RC car prices, with the open questions labeled.
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FIELD GUIDE 9 MIN READ
Who Owns Your RC Brand? The Industry Map
Who owns ARRMA, Axial, Pro-Line, Team Associated, HPI and Castle? A sourced map of RC brand ownership, retail chains and recent closures.
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