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Backstage

As in almost every discipline, behind the racing machines lies a truly complex and fascinating subculture: the backstage. This is where mechanics, engineers, transporters, managers, team principals, designers, and other professionals work. It's where support crews and many other elements of the racing world come together.

Incompetence

You know those times when you go into a store asking for something extremely simple, and suddenly you realize that the person serving you doesn't really know what they're doing or isn't very keen? You know right away that things aren't going to be as quick or easy as you thought, right? Well, that's how we felt last Monday! ;-)

Jabbeke 2026

How exciting!! There's still a week to go, but for several days now we've been feeling a certain nervousness because the date is approaching for one of the events that holds a special place in our scale modeler's heart, and which has been a must-attend event for eight years now!!

Tons of news

At the Nuremberg Toy Fair, we were told that Italeri would be reissuing several trucks during 2026, but the big surprise is that they're ALREADY available... Why is it a surprise? Because Italeri's product availability and launch schedules are usually separated in time, sometimes even infinitely... So we were delighted to receive the news, and we can confirm that next week half a dozen reeditions of classic Italeri trucks will be available again on SpotModel shelves. :)

TLK005

It's been a long, long time since Tameo delighted us with a 1/24 scale model, right? Well, a few weeks ago they announced the release of the Ferrari 312T, a beautiful twelve-cylinder machine with which Lauda won the 1975 Italian F1 Grand Prix, in addition to being crowned World Champion for the first time.

Nuremberg International Toy Fair 2026

The new scale modeling year begins with the now classic Nuremberg International Toy Fair, which is currently underway, where major manufacturers are showcasing their new products for 2026. And this year's edition is proving to be truly prolific in terms of new releases, including some surprises, according to SpotModel staff covering the event.

More Beta Montecarlo Turbo

Shortly before Christmas, we told you that Heller was releasing the reedition of Esci's veteran Lancia Beta Montecarlo model kit, and we are already receiving the first super products to further improve the scale model: the BBS and Ronal rims by Reji, the first of the Decalcas decorations with Martini advertising, or the imminent arrival of the Komakai volume loaded with photographs from all angles and corners of the car.

Winter

It's cold outside, the rain is falling on the windows, and the sky is gray, giving the "outside world" an absolutely wintry feel. With this scene, we can only wish for one thing: to be warm and cozy at home building models!!! :D

Capri Turbo

We've just started the year and we're doing it a with huge smile on our face as we look forward to seeing all the hot new arrivals coming soon to SpotModel's shelves.

Happy new kits

Taking a moment before the end of the year to reflect on what's happened and look towards the coming year with renewed energy is all well and good... But let's get down to specifics XD

Backstage

Incompetence

Jabbeke 2026

Tons of news

TLK005

Nuremberg International Toy Fair 2026

More Beta Montecarlo Turbo

Winter

Capri Turbo

Happy new kits

New Products and New Stock arrivals