Radio-controlled models can use a variety of power types. Those with electric motors require less maintenance and are more beginner-friendly. Vehicles with gasoline or nitro engines offer realistic sound and never need to have batteries recharged. Each power type has its advantages. If you have a preference, browse our vehicle selection organized here by power.
![RC Gas Cars & Trucks](https://www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-us-Library/default/dw299a6e58/rc-basher/images/basher-update-0402021/motor-gas-410x300.png)
These RC cars and trucks use engines that run on the same unleaded gasoline that powers full-size automobile engines. Gas-powered cars tend to be BIG — 1/5 scale or larger.
![Nitro](https://www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-us-Library/default/dwd52a1c65/rc-basher/images/basher-update-0402021/motor-nitro-410x300%20.jpg)
Though often referred to as "gas powered," RC cars with nitro (or glow) engines require a special fuel blended from methanol, nitromethane, and oil for lubrication.
![Brushed](https://www.horizonhobby.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-horizon-us-Library/default/dw03d749d2/rc-basher/images/basher-update-0402021/motor-brushed-410x300.jpg)
Electric radio-controlled vehicles powered by brushed motors are easy to maintain and usually the most affordable choices.