| If you're thinking of getting into the exciting world of | | | | carburettor settings. Experimenting with getting the |
| radio-controlled cars, there is an early decision that you | | | | best set up is as much a skill and challenge to racers |
| will have to make. Do you get an electric RC car or | | | | as the actual driving. |
| one that is powered by nitro fuel? Here are some tips | | | | Choosing an electric car often suits the beginner |
| on making the right decision to suit your experience, | | | | because there is less tinkering around with settings. If |
| requirements and budget. | | | | you just want to have the maximum driving time and |
| Electric RC cars are the simplest type of vehicle and | | | | minimum set up, this could be the right choice for you. |
| just require the batteries charging before you can get | | | | With the introduction of brushless motors, there is less |
| going. They are available in a variety of different model | | | | of a gap between the power that electric and nitro |
| types including road racers, off-road buggies and | | | | cars have. Many users have been pleasantly surprised |
| trucks. | | | | at the speed that can be achieved with a brushless |
| Nitro RC cars run on a special model fuel that is | | | | electric car. |
| specifically made for radio controlled cars. When your | | | | Another advantage of electric cars is that they are |
| fuel tank is starting to run dry, you just have to top it | | | | available at entry-level prices. If you are wondering if |
| up with more fuel rather than wait around for batteries | | | | this is the right hobby for you, you can buy an electric |
| to recharge. This is ideal for long race days. Nitro cars | | | | car at relatively low cost and get started. You can |
| are available in a variety of different styles as well. | | | | always graduate to a nitro car when you have built up |
| The biggest advantage of a nitro car is that they are | | | | your experience. |
| capable of greater speeds. This is one of the reasons | | | | Whichever model you choose, you are sure to have a |
| that they are popular with RC racers. They also offer | | | | lot of fun. There are few things to beat the thrill of |
| a wide variety of different set ups including the | | | | being in control of your own RC car. |