Buying Guides
RC buying guides, comparisons and recommendations. Find the right RC car, battery, charger or accessory with expert advice from Hobbies Direct.
Want to get into RC Cars? Get one of these...
Scale is one of the most misunderstood concepts when entering the world of RC — yet it's arguably the most important decision a buyer makes before anything else. Get the scale wrong, and your car i...
If you've outgrown the department store toy aisle and want a vehicle with genuine performance, you are in the right place. Hobby-grade RC cars are engineered for adults and serious enthusiasts, off...
There’s something deeply satisfying about pitching an RC car sideways into a corner, holding the perfect slip angle, and powering out with precision. If you’re looking for the best rc drift car , y...
Introduction 2026 is shaping up to be a standout year for RC vehicles. Brushless motors now dominate even the entry-level price points, providing more torque and speed out of the box than ever befo...
Speed is the ultimate metric for many RC enthusiasts. Whether you are doing speed runs down an empty industrial estate road or trying to outpace your mates at the local track, knowing which vehicle...
Getting into the world of RC (radio-controlled) cars is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming with so many models, terms, and options out there. Whether you’re buying your first RC car or hel...
What is Mode 1 and Mode 2 on RC Planes? All your burning questions answered!
The majority of Tamiya’s business model appears to be cashing in on nostalgia, and who can blame them?
Complaining that a crawler is too slow or a drifter can’t handle gravel is like saying a sandwich is terrible at being a shoe. It was just never supposed to be. It seems like a basic question, and ...
Excited to buy your first RC car? We don't blame you! However, like many industries these days, the remote-control car market is flooded with hundreds if not thousands of different products which a...
A rundown of the best RC brands in Australia — Traxxas, Arrma, Tamiya, HSP and more.
There are many different off-road remote controlled cars available today and we go through what you should look at to help narrow down your choice and ultimately, make sure you buy the best off-roa...
Choosing the right battery charger is very important and can be the difference between safely charging your battery, and catching your shed on fire.
Electric (Battery powered, most commonly a NiMH or LiPo battery is used) | Nitro (Nitro fuel is a combination of Nitromethane, Methanol and oil) | Petrol (2-Stroke fuel is a combination of Unleaded...
Trying to choose a battery for your RC car? Trying to choose between NiMH and LiPo batteries can be hard without the right information.