Beginners in the world of remote controlled cars can find it quite daunting if one gets straight into the hobby without knowing what questions to ask. Most beginners visiting web sites associated with rc car racing normally ask about the type of model they would find most appropriate for them. There are generally three categories of rc cars namely nitro rc cars, gas powered rc cars and electric rc cars. The key questions, one that a beginner is normally asked to get an idea of his/her driving niche include:
The type of remote controlled model a beginner wants
The expected budget
What is the key motivation for having the model chosen is it for racing, fun etc.
Once the seller of manufacturer is armed with the answer, they tend to choose them the right kind of model that beginners desire. This has proved to be the most successful way of gauging a beginner hobbyist wishes. So far, it has proved to bring forth no complaints at all. A popular choice, from what has been researched, is the Radline brand of radio controlled cars. This model caters for all categories including nitro rc cars and they cost low with well handled size models. If one can afford the more mid range cars, it is better he/she go for it because it offers a more whole lot experience of fun and excitement.
How should one get an on-road or off-road model?
On road rc models are able to hit high speeds and look like real large sized cars seen of real racetracks and streets around the world. Nitro rc cars are more likely to be four wheels driven because of the power they posses and have treaded tyres and bodes for scale realism. Off road rc vehicles are designed to drive over holes or in rough terrain while on road rc vehicles are designed for tarmac driving. There are various sizes available for one to choose from. Electric rc c cars are easier to assemble and maintain compared to nitro rc cars. Electric remote controlled cars are run silent without much noise compared to nitro rc cars which drive with noise and produce exhaust fumes. Electric rc vehicles require simple plugs and switches to run.
Electric rc cars unlike nitro rc cars can be run indoors because of their clean nature i.e. they don’t produce exhaust fumes the way nitro remote controlled vehicles do. An electric rc vehicle that is well tuned is able to keep up with a nitro rc vehicle on a small car park track. On a large track, the nitro rc vehicle easily pulls away from the electric rc vehicle. The batteries power electric rc cars and are recharged from a wall socket or a 12 volt car battery. Charging can take from 15 to 30 minutes while the battery lasts for about 10 minutes depending on the kind of motor in use. Nitro rc cars use nitro fuel to power the engine. Today, nitro rc model cars are more reliable compared to a few years ago.