The field of radio control has benefited much from the onward march of technology. Where a basic 2-channel setup would once have cost hundreds of dollars, it’s now possible to get a high-end 2.4GHz ...

Some toys are timeless. From monster trucks that power over boulders to speed demons that clock 70 miles per hour, RC cars can thrill anyone who gets a controller in their hand for hours on end.

Every car fanatic's obsession started well before they were old enough to get behind the wheel. So a radio-controlled car was just about the next best thing. But just because you're old enough for the ...