I saw first-hand the development of the CAT and PB 4wd drive cars which radically changed the sport in the 80’s.
Lipos and brushless motors again change the sport, making it possible for a privateer to compete with the pros and sponsored drivers without having to spend a fortune, which is a good thing.
I can’t see a problem with people using one car in two classes, would rather see that than the fall in numbers witnessed in the late 90’s.
For anyone new coming into the sport, it can be a real minefield choosing what to buy, having a car which can be run in two classes would be a real draw and it’s only a matter of time before one of the big manufactures develops one.
The key for this sport to continue to grow from strength to strength is design; development and keeping cost down and if it means having one car that can be run in two classes so be it.
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