Introduction to Radio Control Cars 

Hi and welcome. Articles and tips to help you become an expert in choosing, buying, and racing rc cars. There are over 300+ pages in this site to help you learn and enjoy the hobby.

Most commonly asked question is "How fast do they go" and "How much do they cost?" And my answer is "fast enough" and "cheap or as expensive as you want the hobby to be."

This is a really fun hobby, I started in 1978 and still continue to enjoy the hobby more than ever. Whether it is simply bashing around the house or racing in other countries, I simply love rc cars!

So, let's begin.

Models of R/C Cars

The most popular models are Touring Cars, Formula 1 (F1), Mini's, Drift and Buggies. All have entry level kits all the way up to high quality competition racing machines. These can either be powered by electric, nitro or gas/petrol. Common scale sizes are 1/36, 1/28, 1/24, 1/16, 1/12, 1/10, 1/8 and 1/5. Popular are the 1/12, 1/10, and 1/8.

If you're just getting started, the cheapest rc cars can be bought for less than $100 USD. These are typically rc car toys such as Jada and Nikko.

Cheapest RC Cars (Below $100)

Beginner RC Cars ($100 - $200)

Fast RC Cars ($200 - $300)

Ultra Fast RC Models (Over $300)

Here you will find the fastest 1/10 and 1/8 scale gas rc cars capable of speeds in excess of 50+ miles per hour. These are some of the biggest and fastest rc cars in the rc hobby!

Picture of 1/10 Traxxas Nitro 4-Tec RC Car - 50+ mph!

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