What is a ride on car..? This generic description covers a range of toy cars that are built to be strong enough to allow your child to sit on them and propel themselves along. Depending on the size of the car the child will either sit on the top of the body with their legs straddling either side, or if it is a larger model they will actually sit inside the cabin as per a full size car.

Why are they such a favourite..? Their continued popularity is down to a number of factors. Kids primarily love ride on cars because of the sheer excitement of whizzing around on these colourful, cheerfully styled vehicles. When some children may not yet have the dexterity to pedal a bike or even walk confidently they can get great joy at simply being in control of a vehicle that improves how they can get around. Coupled to this a childs love of copying what older people do, a ride on car gives thema real sense of independence and being grown up. 

Aren't they just for boys..? Not at all, both boys and girls get equal pleasure from zipping around on these rugged little vehicles, especially at an early age when gender based toys have less of an impact. Although it is true that there are more ride on cars aimed specifically at boys, there are also a large number of cars themed just to appeal to girls.

Which are the most popular brands..? The biggest names in ride on toys are Fisher Price, Smoby and Little Tikes, the latter of which has being producing its best selling Cozy Coupe ride on car for over 30 years. Some of the most popular ride on cars must be the scaled down versions of famous sports cars such as Ferraris, Porsches and BMWs. They are produced as licenced toys of their namesakes by top manufacturers and are just as desirable as their full size counterparts.

Where do I buy one from..? The two main choice of course are to buy your ride on car online or from a local high street store. If you plan to order online, be sure to research thoroughly and only buy from a reputable retailer. Be familiar with their delivery terms and return policies. Make certain that the particular retailer you want tobuyacarfrom actually delivers to your location for instance. Also, due to the bulkiness of the item, you might be charged extra for delivery from different suppliers, so bear this in mind. If you buy from a local toy shop or department stores remember that these items are quite bulky to you get home so confirm the packaged size before you set off..!

Will it need assembling..? The short answer is, yes. Even quite expensive ride on cars will need some assembly as manufacturers love to shave off costs and packaging by getting their customers to do dsome of the tricky assembly themselves. Most only need basic tools to do this, but it is always a good idea to check this before wrapping the still boxed up vehicle as a present. Better to give a child a fully assembled working toy out of its box that one still packaged which will needs to be put together. On a simlar note, make sure that you have fitted any batteries it requires and that they are fully charged too. Having done this also ensures that it is fully working before the big day in case you need to take it back to the store.

Are they safe..? All reputable ride on cars will have been through rigorous safety testing to ensure they are fit for purpose. To check this, if you are buying a toy in the Uk or European Union just look for the 'CE' symbol on both the toy and the packaging. This ensures that it has passed the necessary safety test for these territories. As with any kids toy of course, children should be properly supervised, especially at an early age. No amount of safety testing can predict the random uses a three year old will find for a toy, so best to keep an eye on them..! 

So, in summary, ride on cars make fantastic birthday and Christmas presents for kids because they are great fun, improve mobility, and combine exercise with the thrill of going fast. How could a child not like them..! - 39969