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Yes, Pedal Cars And Ride Ons Have History But Kids Pedal For Fun. Part 2
posted by Toy Meister @ 5:11 PM
Friday, May 14, 2010
For generations pedal cars and ride on toys have been a magical part of childhood and enduring appeal for these classic toy cars is testimony of the amount of fun and joy they bring to kids.
Kids are little people on the go with energy to burn and manufacturers have been making pedal cars and ride ons with our children in mind for decades. The joy these pint sized cars were for kids yesterday, is just as magical today as they will be tomorrow
The endless hours of fun these very unique toy cars provide, lies in there ability to empower a child`s imagination and free their creativity to explore all sorts of adventures.
From toddler to pre-teen there is a pedal car or ride on to match your child. From classic hot rod roadsters to fire trucks, even exotic luxury Lamborghinis, Ferraris, and Mercedes. The fun doesn`t stop just with pedal cars. The extended family has grown to include pedal trains, pedal planes, and pedal tractors.
Yes pedal cars and ride on toys, like the automobile has made a home for itself in world history. Whatever the adventure, you can watch your child put the pedal to the metal with 1KHP=1 kid horse power and 2 foot lbs. of torque. You and I know, kids just want to pedal for fun.
Now a pedal car query…. The year was 1965. A pedal car was designed after its full sized parent…What is the model name of this world famous car?
We welcome answers as comments if you like.
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Yes, Pedal Cars And Ride Ons Have History But Kids Pedal For Fun. Part 1
posted by Toy Meister @ 8:07 PM
Thursday, May 13, 2010
I was doing a little research history on pedal cars the other day because I was considering buying one as a gift. These wonderful little pedal cars and ride on toys can be traced as far back as the late 1800s.
Pursued through the 1900s in the United States, England, France and Australia, where these pedal toys were wide spread.
In the USA, pedal cars were made by companies such as Toledo with American National Automobiles and Murray with Steelcraft, both based out of Ohio. Model T Roadsters are a familiar pedal car ride with the Steelcraft stamp on it .
In the UK, it was Line Bros., with familiar Tri-ang who made the most popular pedal car in England. The J-40 modeled after the 1949 A-40. In France, there was Bon Marche` selling them before the war and Eureka after the war. Down under in Australia there was Cyclops whose pedal car designs were based on full sized US models at the time.
As adults it can be very enjoyable surfing through history of these great little pedal toys, because for a lot of us it brings back cherished memories, when we were kids and our own special pedal car ride. I am sure our children and grandchildren do not contemplate history of the sweet ride they just received. You and I know, kids just want to pedal for fun.
Now for a pedal car query — What does the J in J-40 stand for?
We welcome answers in the form of comments if you choose.
We want to put you in your own driver’s seat in this Classic metal racer ride on toy. The Classic racer ride on toy is painted in hot red for loads of fun and an all around cool ride for your little boy or girl.
This is your child’s opportunity to experience the sensational rush of racing around the neighborhood.
The racer ride on toy boasts heavy duty stamped steel body with detailed chrome accents.
The most famous easy working steering wheel also has four durable steel wheels for easy maneuvering and comes with long lasting rubber tires.
Your little tyke will be the hit of the neighborhood in these hot wheels — Awesome Ride!
Fire Truck Pedal Car - Authentic Fire Chief Pedal Truck!
posted by Munchkin @ 11:30 AM
Sunday, November 8, 2009
A complete, ground-up redesign of this popular ride-on toy has been in the works for months. A new look and new features promise to make the 2010 model better than ever.
Here’s a sneak peek at the computer generated image of the fire truck and a partial list of some of the features.
The fire chief pedal truck has ladders on both sides that are for decoration only, not removable. It has a simulated fireman’s ax in the rear that is for decoration only, not removable.
The fire chief pedal truck has a chrome gauge area on both sides with chrome bumpers.
Your child will love the different sounds - 5 sounds (2 different sirens, horn, engine motor sound, and hose spaying sound and sound controls on the steering wheel).
The pedal car also has a working PA system with 2 sets of flashing red lights (one on the top front and another on the back).
The pedal truck has steel handrails on both sides with easy access for entry and exit and an additional 3 inches of leg room (compared to original Authentic Firetruck 101) for the child.
What a beauty!
This flashy antique style Deluxe Blue Model-T Roadster Pedal Car features all metal sturdy construction, classic body striping, adjustable windshield, spare tire mounted on the back, fenders, bumper, side runners, padded seat, and a lead free glossy metallic blue powder coat finish.
The Roadster has been safety tested and approved. The little ones can cruise in vintage style with this shiny blue Roadster Pedal Car.
An all steel body means that it will stand up to years of active play, and rubber tires make for a smooth, comfortable ride. The steering wheel really turns to guide the car and young driver on their journey.
Your little one will enjoy the padded seat for a cushy drive and the roadster has adjustable pedal positions. The body is painted with safe, lead-free powder coat paint, detailed card body stripes and decals. This pedal car has authentic touches that include chrome bumper, hubcaps, hood ornament, windshield, steering wheel, fenders and front grill. The classic body has striping, adjustable windshield and spare tire.
What a ride!
Children and toys go hand in hand.
Toys worth buying include toys which encourage positive growth in children, both mentally and physically. It is worth buying toys which have the potential to be used over and over again and which are not a one time craze. Pedal cars are such toys. Pedal cars encourage safe outdoor play and are always good buys.
An example of a good pedal car is the L’il Red Train.
Now you can chug along in the Lil’ Red Train. Everyone will know you’re coming with the working headlight and bell. The L’il Red train feature an all steel construction, lead free powder coat paint, authentic steel cattle guard, high traction non slip tires, three position adjustable pedals and a padded seat.
All aboard…….. This train is ready to pedal!
Let Him Flaunt His Style with Sky King Tricycles!
posted by Munchkin @ 12:23 PM
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Undoubtly, your child will be the last one to get unnoticed if he’s riding high on his Sky King Tricycle! Fashioned exactly after the original Sky King Trikes from 1936, it puts utmost fun and fashion on auction.
With its beautiful sparkling red powder coat finish and chrome insignias, this one is a delight for kids who love to stand out.
It features solid rubber tires, a sealed ball bearing and rubber handle grips that are an assurance to your child’s security.
To add into the real-life charm, the Sky King Tricycle has a working light that will turn the night-biking into a fun session.
All I can say is “Wow”!
And for the dad who wants to instill in his kid an appreciation of the phrase, “They’re only original once,” there is a jalopy child’s pedal car, of simple pressed metal construction, painted pink, of a generic pre-War type sports car,
…and increasing order of general awesomeness!
Now how is it that a kid in a little tykes car is not only just fine but FREAKIN’ AWESOME?
Obviously, the difference is a father’s love….
Don’t let the old-timey photography fool you. The Jalopy pedal car is not an artifact of the past; it is a blueprint of the future.
It’s natural for younger brothers and sisters to emulate their older siblings. They admire the advantages and freedoms that older kids enjoy – a later bedtime, more responsibility, cool friends, etc.
As soon as kids learn how to ride a bicycle, they want to go exploring the neighborhood; younger kids get left behind.
With a tricycle, young children get a valuable head start before trying out a bike with training wheels. They also acquire a taste for the freedom of the “open road,” even if that just means the sidewalk directly in front of the house. Most importantly, kids tricycle make small children feel more equal in the eyes of their older siblings. They can take the trike out for a spin even as older brother or sister tears around the neighborhood on a two-wheeler.