RC battery care tips

Why RC Batteries Swell (And When to Worry)

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Why RC Batteries Swell (And When to Worry)

RC Batteries Swell (And When to Worry) I noticed the first bump on the side of my Traxxas pack about a week after my daughter and I ran it through three straight afternoons of backyard bashing. It wasn’t dramatic, just a slight curve where the case used to be flat, but it was enough to … Read more

The RC Battery Charging Mistake I Made That Almost Ruined My Battery

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The RC Battery Charging Mistake I Made That Almost Ruined My Battery

The RC Battery Charging Mistake I Made That Nearly Ruined My Battery I still remember the moment I realized something was wrong.My RC battery was charging like it always had, but when I touched it, it felt hotter than it ever should. Not warm—hot. My first reaction was panic.My second thought was even worse: This … Read more