This Little Tikes Car is Full-Sized and Fully Functional for the Road
Michael Baxter — February 3, 2014 — Autos
References: bbc & geekologie
Little tikes cars were some of the coolest toys for babies and toddlers. Being able to mimic mom and dad in their cars while also tearing up the imaginary road in your own hot red wagon was the definition of freedom. One man never lost that dream and he created his own life-sized little tikes car.
John Bitmead made a completely street legal version of the children's toy that drives completely like a real vehicle. The car may not be able to take you on the highway but it can hit speeds of up to 70 mph which is more than enough to drive on most roads.
In true little tikes car fashion there is no windshield, which means this car is going absolutely nowhere in the winter or through rain, but on a sunny day, this could be a reliable vehicle.
John Bitmead made a completely street legal version of the children's toy that drives completely like a real vehicle. The car may not be able to take you on the highway but it can hit speeds of up to 70 mph which is more than enough to drive on most roads.
In true little tikes car fashion there is no windshield, which means this car is going absolutely nowhere in the winter or through rain, but on a sunny day, this could be a reliable vehicle.
Trend Themes
1. Street-legal Toy Vehicles - Creating life-sized, street-legal versions of popular toy vehicles opens up opportunities for nostalgic adults to enjoy their childhood favorites in a practical way.
2. Adults Revisiting Childhood Toys - Designing and building functional, adult-sized versions of beloved childhood toys taps into the trend of adults seeking nostalgic experiences and products.
3. DIY Transportation Projects - The development of DIY projects that allow individuals to transform toys into functional vehicles presents opportunities for creativity and customization.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - Automakers can capitalize on the demand for street-legal toy vehicles by partnering with toy companies to create licensed, adult-sized versions of popular toy cars.
2. Recreation and Leisure - Companies in the recreation and leisure industry can offer experiences or rentals that allow adults to drive life-sized versions of their childhood toys.
3. DIY and Home Improvement - Home improvement retailers and DIY enthusiasts can provide materials and resources for individuals looking to convert their childhood toys into functional vehicles.
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