Great Toys for Kids: PlasmaCar
This past Christmas, my parents gave my 2 year old son a PlasmaCar. If you have no idea what a PlasmaCar is you must check it out. They are like the pedal cars you’ve seen for kids only there are no pedals. It is a ride on toy er..car, that moves by turning the steering wheel. You sit on it, put your feet up and turn the wheel. That’s it. Seriously. Inertia, centrifugal force, gravity, and friction is all that is needed to power up this bad boy. No batteries to change, nothing elaborate to put together and the best part is the manufacturers age is 36 months to 103 years! No kidding!
It turns out that my 2 year old isn’t the only one in the house riding the PlasmaCar. Since it supports up to 220lbs, my husband and I can often be found taking a spin on it. In fact, both my 2 year old and my 6 year old would FIGHT over it! Sooo…we now have TWO. Both my kids are happy and although my house sounds like I’m standing in an airport terminal when they’re riding them, hey…it keeps them out of my hair while I’m trying to cook dinner!
Pros:
- Easy to put together (The Learning Express sells them already assembled or will assemble it for you at no extra charge).
- No batteries required
- Easy to operate
- Supports up to 220lbs
- Great for all ages!
Cons:
- A bit pricey. I’ve seen them for as much as $70.00 and as low as $50.00 so shop around.
- A little on the loud side. If you have wood floors and your child is riding the PlasmaCar, you may think a plane is taxiing through your house! I’m guessing it might not sound as loud on tile or linoleum floors though.
- Needs a smooth surface to operate.
April 3, 2009
Filed under Training Manual (Kids)
We were thinking about getting our son one of these for Christmas last year because they look so cool. I think we may have to this year!
I have no doubt that your son will love it. And hey if he doesn’t, YOU can ride it!