Tamiya not to renew Martin's contract

[Ray Kindstrom]

After reading the Lee Martin Racing FB post last week I wondered what was to come of Lee. I log on to Live RC to discover that Tamiya is cutting back on its "off road program".

Stunned silence...

I figured Lee would use his World finishes to his advantage to seek more money someplace else. Never would I had assumed that Tamiya wouldn't pick up his contract. WOW


A guy goes out busts his arse and shows the world what he can do with an "off brand" car....and they dump him! Good call Tamiya!

Here's an idea for increased sales in a slumping r/c market.....make affordable kits! What market analyst said it was a good idea to price the conversion kits so damn high? Seriously a $700 MM car? Really? And don't get me started on the 4wd cars! Best 4wd car Tamiya makes is discontinued...come on! Don't wonder why your off road sales are so low when you price kits outside of what most racers can afford!

An under dog makes a huge impression on the world with his driving talent...running your equipment and you dump him for his efforts...

Shame on you Tamiya!

Effective immediately I'm resigning as a Tamiya/TRF USA driver....now where's that TLR contract I received.....



Best of luck Lee!