What happened to HPI?

What happened to HPI?

In 2019, the HPI Racing brand changed ownership and the major shareholders are now the Scandinavian based Vestergaard Group. Vestergaard have 50+ years of expertise and investment in the hobby industry as a major distributor in the Scandinavian region.

What scale is HPI Wheely King?

1/12th scale
The 1/12th scale size of the Wheely King is perfectly suited for the back yard basher and its simple and durable design allows for ease of maintenance and the ability to soak up almost any kind of abuse you can throw at it.

Is HPI still in business 2021?

And no, HPI-Racing is not dead. This rumor is still rotating strong in the internets. It’s true that their fate was almost sealed few years back and that their legendary brand was drifting at the void for some time. Thanks to folks at Vestergaard Denmark, HPI and its legacy has finally ended up in to good hands.

Did traxxas Sue HPI?

They sued HPI and Helion for a simple receiver box, sealed with rubber joint, what a proud company. So, if you want to design a car in US nowadays, take a look on patents steal by Traxxas before doing anything, otherwise Traxxas will walk on you.

Who bought out HPI Racing?

Ripmax
Ripmax is delighted to announce the completion of a deal which sees the leading European model & hobby supplier taking over the HPI Racing brand and properties and securing HPI Racing for the future.

Is HPI Racing going out of business?

HPI has remained an all exclusive company based outside of United states. Same for Rovan, king motors and so on. Those company’s are not going anywhere.

Is traxxas going out of business?

Horizon’s Dealer Announcement. “Beginning in 2019, Horizon Hobby will no longer be distributing Traxxas products. We intend to carry Traxxas until our inventory is depleted, which we expect to be at the end of 2018. Our goal is to support you as needed through the holiday season.

Is HPI back in business?

Is RC hobby dying?

Yep, its dying. Just goto most of your local club or big races and look at the average age of racers.

Why did Traxxas sues Arrma?

Traxxas/Hobbico Lawsuit – In August of 2016, Traxxas filed a lawsuit against Hobbico and Arrma/Durango Ltd. for copyright infringement. The vehicles specifically named in the lawsuit was the Arrma Nero 6S BLX Monster Truck that debuted in May of 2016.

Does Horizon Hobby own redcat?

Redcat Racing has been making a larger play for the attention of hobbyists, expanding their availability to shops such as Best Buy and Tower Hobbies. Soon, you’ll be able to browse the entire line of Redcat Racing and Team Redcat machines at Horizon Hobby.