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What actually is "traction" when it comes to RC cars?
Traction is another word for grip and describes how well the tires are gripping the race track. Traction is one of the most core concepts in racing, as the better the tires grip, the more easily the car can accelerate, decelerate, and change direction. See our article on grip for details.
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More Straight-line Traction - RC Handling Guides
How can you improve the forward traction of your RC car?
When to Change Your Droop
Brandon Rose explains how droop affects handling and traction, and when to adjust suspension arm travel based on track conditions.
How to Glue Tire Sidewalls with Alex Hagberg
Learn how to avoid traction roll by gluing the sidewalls of your on-road RC car tires, with demonstrations for both rubber and foam tires
