The Deltawing in full size motorsport is a good example of what is possible when you aren't constrained by rules created 10/20 years ago. Its still got 4 wheels and an engine, but its a fresh look at an existing problem.
Maybe RC needs something like this? A race championship where your car has one 2S battery pack, one 540 sized motor, and 4 wheels. Here's a course, pick the electrics/tyres/chassis you want. How fast can you drive round it? Which would be quicker, 1/10th 4wd electric buggy? A 1/10th rally car? a 1/14th micro?
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Yellow wheels are faster - FACT
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