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All vehicle enthusiasts start somewhere! Whether your young one has already sparked an interest in automobiles or mechanics or just likes to ride, car toys are a great way to get kids excited and involved.
If you’re looking for a way to help your kids with their development and engagement while avoiding excessive screen time, toys on wheels can be useful and fun. Some can encourage learning STEM skills like engineering through constructing your roads/race tracks, while others, like remote-controlled cars, satisfy your child’s need for speed. Some are even ride-on designs, so kids can hit the “open road” just like their parents. Whatever the case may be, there are plenty of car toys that will stimulate imagination in all ages.
We’ve rounded up the best car toys for a variety of ages and different levels of play to get your kids playing indoors and outdoors, as well as learn beneficial skills.
This construction set is made of high-quality ABS plastic and alloy, and is designed for small hands. Kids will love the wide range of construction vehicles and will be able to work on shape recognition, fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and planning as they dig, push, and pull through sand and dirt.
Best for kids ages 2 years and up.
Racing cars is fun, but kids will be even more invested in the game when they can build—and dismantle—the racers themselves. This toy car kit includes 26 parts, screws, and a drill. It'll help little ones gain a basic understanding of mechanics and math, while also being a blast.
Best for kids ages 3 to 7 years old.
This fun Matchbox garage is a one-stop wonderland with four levels of activity, including a spiral ramp and working elevator, a car “wash,” service station, and a Matchbox tow truck.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
This light-up fire truck features LED lights and siren sounds to help kids run with their imagination. The toy can run on its own (it can even change direction when it bumps into something) or can be used as a push toy.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
This car-to-robot transformer will mesmerize children for hours and is easy enough for younger kids to control. The police car features Xenon-style headlamps, realistic engine sounds, and a scratch-proof design.
It transforms between robot and car with one click. It can be operated via a robust 2.4G remote control from up to 45 meters away. Three required AAA batteries are included.
Best for kids ages 8 years and up.
Pull-back-and-go vehicles are fun for kids who want to set up races on their own, or in groups. The 12-pack includes race cars and construction vehicles with joints that can swing. Kids will rev their imagination and language skills playing with these vehicles for hours.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
There are more ways to play with this build-your-own construction race track set. This toy includes 200 pieces of flexible race track, so your little one can create routes ranging from small and simple to big and complex. It also has two race cars, four mini trucks, stop signs, trees, and a bridge.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
Does your child have a need for speed and cool stunts? Consider this remote-controlled car from Force1. It’s built for race, rumble, and tumble, with all-terrain tires and two-sided driving. It can perform a variety of stunts, especially in 360-degree tornado mode. Batteries are rechargeable and come included with the kit along with a USB charging cable.
Best for kids ages 8 years and up.
If you have a little one on the younger side, this interactive play mat is a great educational tool and allows them to learn car functionality and traffic patterns. You can use any of your own cars with this mat, which means it can transition from their pull-back toys to smaller Matchbox models as they get a little older.
Best for kids ages 3 months and up.
Race to your next adventure in this Spider-Man character car that is based on one of his latest suit designs. A white web car is stored in a loading spot on the front bumper and can be launched by pressing down on the spoiler. Pushing the spoiler also adjusts Spider-Man’s eyes on the windshield so when the web car is ready to be released, it’ll look like he’s aiming straight at his villains and obstacles.
Best for kids ages 4 to 8 years old.
These stomp racers are great toys for an afternoon playdate. The dueling set lets your kid challenge their friends by launching cars at the same time to see who makes it to the finish line first.
Two launchers, two cars, and a ramp are included, as well as decals to design the cars. No batteries are needed and assembly is quick and easy. It’s a no-fuss way to get your kids away from screen time.
Best for kids ages 5 years and up.
This remote-control car does flips and tricks that your kids will love. It’s got big wheels to handle tough terrain and the ability to turn itself over. The split design allows it to do 360-degree moves, drifts, and tricks. It has easy-to-use controls and can even run on sandy beaches.
Best for kids ages 4 years and up.
Dinosaurs and cars? You can’t go wrong. This pull-back-and-release set of dinosaur toy cars doesn’t make sense, and your kiddos will be fine with that. They’ll love naming and learning the different dinos (the six-pack includes a T.rex, a pterosaur, and a triceratops). The set is also great for handing out as party favors.
Best for kids ages 3 to 6 years old.
The Big Dig ride-on excavator allows kids to pretend they’re on a major construction or archeological dig. It features 360-degree swivel action, and digging and dumping power.
This is a four-season toy capable of excavating sand, dirt, and snow. The crane arm reaches up to 33 inches, and you can dig 15 inches deep.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
This 70-piece die-cast set includes everything your little ones need to set up a faux farm. The set is built to a 1:64 scale and includes tractors, trucks, a machine shed, animals, and fencing. This set is great for solo imaginative and cooperative group play.
Best for kids ages 3 years and up.
This light-up Lego-style build-your-own monster truck set incorporates bright colors, LED lights, and fun. The kit comes with six different truck designs, 66 tinted construction bricks, one laser peg, and a Zippy Do power base.
Best for kids ages 5 to 8 years old.
This Hot Wheels Id track offers a next-level of play that combines the exhilaration and old-fashioned fun of yore, with 21st-century connectivity. The Smart Track Start Kit comes with three Hot Wheels Id die-cast cars, premium track pieces, and a Race Portal.
The cars can be launched at 900 mph scale speed, and they can count laps and play games on the track through the app, which connects to smartphones and tablets. The more they play with the toys, the more they level up in the video game.
Best for kids ages 8 years and up.
This 6-volt ride-on bumper car is fully rechargeable. The ride-on car offers a full 360-degree spin, with simple joystick controls and a maximum speed of 0.75 mph.
Built from durable plastic, the car also has a soft bumper to prevent crash landings. The tires are made to withstand serious wear and tear, and a safety belt is built-in. No assembly is required.
Best for kids ages 2 years and up.
This 1:24-scale licensed Lamborghini Aventador SVJ model race car is ideal for inside and gentle outside use. It features a delicate racing profile, a durable finish, and a fully functional remote that is easy to control; the car stimulates the powerful racing engine, and it maxes out at 4 mph.
The remote control and car require a total of five AA batteries sold separately.
Best for kids ages 8 years and up.
This Exercise N Play STEM building block set includes 736 pieces letting kids create an entire police station. Included in the package are materials for scout towers, radar and garages, an escort car, a prison van, and police vehicles.
Best for kids ages 6 to 12 years old.
Angel Madison is a commerce editor for Hearst, covering LEGOs, trending products, toys, plus-size fashion, wellness, home, tech and more. Previously she covered entertainment, pop culture, and parenting for a variety of publications. When she's not at her desk you can find her hanging with her daughter and cat, finding offbeat roadside attractions, or doing crafts.
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