Originally Posted by sacmiata

As a big LC Racing fan/owner even I would say we need some competition in the market. The LC Racing truggy is good but the short wheel base monster truck was lacking and there isnt much aftermarket support being a niche brand. Being a Traxxas will guarantee that the aftermarket will support it and I bet they even update the current mini slash with this chassis if it does well. I think the ARRMA GROM is doing really based on reviews so the market will be there for Traxxas especially with the holidays and the price point.

I wont bite as I have/love my long wheel base LC car but I think this is a good move for Traxxas regardless of how horrible of a brand they are!