Posts Tagged ‘Pedal Toys’
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.
When I was younger I remember taking a class at the Vocational School and learning how to make wooden toys. It was such a fun time.
The Wooden Fire Truck is a great pull a long toy. The Fire Truck has a solid wooden body and six durable molded wheels.
Your little one can take it apart block by block and put it back together again.
What a way to use your hands and learn eye coordination.
There is nothing like a bright red pedal fire truck to get a child so excited.
With a bell to ring loudly, your child will find themselves pedaling quickly to put out the fire.
Aside from comic books and caped costumes, you can introduce them to the valiant people who risk their lives in the line of service by bringing them to places like fire stations.
Choosing toys like fire truck pedal cars is such a great idea.
A fire truck pedal car that has removable ladders, a bell and a tank you pump up and spray water from a hose.
I can’t wait!!
“Lil’ Red” - All aboard…….. This train is ready to pedal! Now you can chug along in the Lil’ Red Train.
Everyone will know you’re coming with the working headlight and bell.
The Lil’ Red Train features 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….!
When we took a train across the country to visit with my parents, my son was absolutely in love with the train. He asked to see the various train compartments and showed a serious interest in the engine room as well. We selected a pedal train for his sixth birthday, and he wheels around the yard making train noises from the moment he gets home from school.
Now he can buzz around in the bright yellow Bumble Bee Train or chug along in the Lil’ Red Train. Everyone will know he’s coming with the working headlight and bell.
Both trains 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.
Toot! Toot!
Little Miss Flyer Twist Trike - Two Trikes in one - twists from trike to chopper!
NBC Todays Toy Test, National Parenting Center’s Seal of Approval, National Parenting Publication’s “NAPPA Honors” Award, Dr. Toy’s 100 Best Children’s Products.
Moms will love the features of this Little Miss Radio Flyer Twist Trike with a patented quick release twist n’ lock mechanism for easy transformation.
The Little Miss Radio Flyer Twist Trike will grow with your child and the trike has an adjustable seat back. The trike has durable molded construction and controlled turning radius for stability.
Your wee one will love the chopper style trike!
After discovering the original tooling for the AMF Mustang Pedal Car, all the tooling was purchased to manufacture this car! Make no mistake, this is an authentic AMF Mustang Pedal Car newly manufactured from the original tooling.The Legend is Reborn…
The Mustang Pedal Car is back after more than 35 years and just in time for the all new redesigned ‘05 Ford Mustang. We are proud to introduce the revival of the original ‘65 Mustang Pedal Car.
…The Legend Lives!
Built from the original AMF tooling, these cars are authentic in every way and will be coveted by kids, parents and collectors alike.
These cars are great attention-getters!
Just awesome!
Just like our regular Pedal Race cars, the Limited Edition Chrome finish car stems from the same classic inspiration: the famous 1952-1957 Ferrari F2 Racers and other Grand Prix type racers of the era.
The chrome pedal car racer is a beautiful car and so well proportioned that most people are unaware of how big it is.
In addition to the chrome paint job, it comes with chrome rims, a chrome steering wheel, chrome knock off spinners, chrome windshield, and a big chrome grille.
Check out the size in the detailed picture below when you compare it to a regular pedal car, too.
Vroom! Vroom!
The Pedal Car Racer was inspired by the famous 1952-1957 Ferrari F2 Racers and other Grand Prix type racers of the era.
The pedal car racer is a beautiful car and so well proportioned that most people are unaware of how big it is. Almost 50% bigger than our other pedal cars.
It comes with chrome rims, a chrome steering wheel, chrome knock off spinners, chrome windshield, and a big chrome grille.
Cool ride! Gorgeous Red!