What Are The Fastest RC Cars? If you're in the market for a long distance, radio controlled race car you should look into a gas powered or nitro powered car. Gas/nitro models can keep their speeds for longer periods of time. Nitro powere vehicles are great for drag racing and endurance.
 
You need to know which cars handle the best in different racing conditions. Learn about drifting! Drifting is one of the most important elements in RC racing, the fastest drivers have this skill down pat.
 
Here are some tips to help you get your car up to par:
 
* Use a motor with less than 12 turns
*Increase size of motor pinoin gear
*brushless motor
*high quality racing batteries
*rounded shape car
*get special drifting tires