Electric chassis rule amendment – After careful consideration, the ROAR Committee has approved some new wording to clarify acceptable chassis configurations for electric racing after the release of a number of “short” battery packs. These packs are generally shorter than maximum length, which are completely legal, given that the rules only specify maximum dimensions for…
ROAR has announced a new battery approval procedure that are less costly, and provide quicker access to the latest battery technology. Under the previous rules, batteries were only approved 4 times per year. This led to mostly manufacturers complaining about one another using “illegal” batteries that were not approved before the previous deadline.
The ROAR Executive Committee, Electric Section Chairperson, and Consultation with its Industry Affiliate Manufacturers, have compiled a listing of electronic speed controllers (ESC) for use in ROAR sportsman racing programs. Speed Controllers eligible for Sportsman Class racing must be capable of providing ZERO Timing Advance along with disabling Advanced Motor Control Functions (i.e. Boost, Cheat…
ROAR 1:8 LiPo Battery Specification Amendment. The 1:8 Electric Racing Classes are an emerging form of our sport. Our responsibility in ROAR Leadership Role is to outline a set of specifications which ensure a responsible growth and flexibility to leverage advancements based on the benefits they offer our users.
ROAR approves LiPo battery packs to be used for racing! ROAR realizes the new addition of Lithium Polymer batteries to the 2008 ROAR Rulebook is an eagerly anticipated action from their members and affiliates. ROAR is pleased to present the basic rule set in straightforward language, so all of you can see and understand the…