I am currently in the process of dialing the suspension in a bit more. I have gone to a softer more progressive spring and AE 20wt all the way around this seemed to calm the car down, It was very "bouncy" out of the box. The LC racing factory tires provide good grip on clay, the buggy has been very durable so far with no issues except for breaking a couple lexan wings. The motor and esc have plenty of power outta the box and can be tuned with drag brake, punch setting etc.... via a program card