WHAT IS MINI 4WD
Mini 4WD is a high-speed Japanese hobby racing game created by Tamiya where custom battery-powered cars race through specialized tracks at extreme speed. Racers tune motors, rollers, tires, gears, and setups to survive the course and compete for victory.
Beginner Friendly
Easy to start, fun to master
Family Friendly
Build memories together
Kids Welcome
Perfect for all ages
No Experience Needed
Jump in and start racing
Build • Tune • Race
The ultimate racing experience
First Time Racing? You're Welcome Here.
Alpha Cup 2026 is built for racers, beginners, families, and hobbyists who want to experience Mini 4WD in a fun and competitive environment.
Beginner Friendly
Box Stock is designed for newer racers who want a simple entry point.
Family Friendly
Bring the family, enjoy the hobby, and be part of the MiniMod community.
Race With Integrity
Build it right. Race fair. Elevate the hobby.
THE MOVEMENT
MiniMod Garage exists to grow Mini 4WD culture through competition, creativity, and community.
No gatekeeping. No ego. Just real builders helping the next racer.
ABOUT MINIMODWHY WE RACE
Mini 4WD is more than speed. It's creativity, engineering, friendship, competition, and culture.
MiniMod Garage was built to help grow the hobby and bring racers together.
BUILD RIGHT
Race with integrity and learn the fundamentals.
HELP THE NEXT RACER
Grow the hobby by helping beginners.
NO EGO
Community over status.
REPRESENT THE CULTURE
Bring positive energy to the hobby.
EVENT SUPPORT
Tamiya USA Support
Dukwho Workshop Community Connection
MiniMod Garage Hosted Event
San Diego Mini 4WD Community
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