You can try to find a manual also. is it 1/8 scale? What your asking for is a really huge amount of info. RC cars are like real cars. You can learn alot about one model, and some of it will help you on another model, but your still only an expert on one model. cruise these boards. do a search for the term "noob" "noobie" and "beginner". that should get you started. also is it nitro or electric?