Mandy here! If you are in your car and vehicle era, you have landed in the right place. There are so many car and vehicle toys in the market and a lot of them are junk. We were recently testing a car set we thought would be slam dunk and it totally failed. This is our tried and true list and it's guaranteed to bring years and years of fun!
1. Candy Lab Cars: This car is the one for the parent who misses the wooden race cars they played with as kids. Candy Lab Cars combine nostalgia and novelty through their patented part wood/part diecast technology. It’s the perfect toy to collect with roughly 100 cars and accessories to choose from!
2. Monster Jam Thunder Drop: If your kid is anything like my son, then they are constantly looking for a thrill, and this toy provides it every time. With an adjustable stunt dial in the mouth of the monster, your kiddos can watch their monster trucks take all kinds of jumps and flips! It is 6 feet tall and can be attached to the wall for sturdy access and safety!
3. BluTracks: We love the BlueTrack because it is super flexible, portable, and comes all in one piece. It has two tracks, so it is perfect to play alone or with friends! There are so many ways to configure it, so your little racer will never get bored.
4. Tot Tube: The Tot Tube is such a simple and effective toy. My kids will spend hours sending all their cars, balls, and action figures down what they call the “tube slide”. It is so easy to set up and take down, and will keep the littles entertained for ages. You can keep it small or easily attach an additional set for double the fun!
5. Magna-Tiles Track Set: Okay, this spin on the classic Magna-Tiles is such a fun variation for car-lovers. All my kids were missing from their tile town was a highway! You can use any race car you already have, or you can pair it with the Magna-Tile Dashers for cohesive magnetic perfection.
6. Magna-Tiles Dashers: Okay, this spin on the classic Magna-Tiles is such a fun variation for car-lovers. All my kids were missing from their tile town was a highway! You can use any race car you already have, or you can pair it with the Magna-Tile Dashers for cohesive magnetic perfection.
7. Ride on Mac Truck: It is hard to find high-quality toys in today’s world, but this one was designed to last generations. It is big enough to help littles ride around while enhancing their balancing skills, but small enough to keep inside. It is so cute and well made that we will be keeping this truck in the family for all our future toddlers!
8. Mario Kart Hot Wheels: I am pretty sure it is widely accepted that Mario Kart is one of the greatest video games of all time, and my family was stoked to hear that we can now have a piece of that game in the real world. Rainbow road is iconic, and to have a physical version of it is a dream for little racers. There’s two different configurations and a feature that shows the winner!
9. Barbie RC Car: Finally, a Barbie car! All Barbie lovers know that your dolls need a dream car, and this one fits the bill. It’s remote controlled and can fit two barbies, one for each of my girls. It also comes with stickers for customization, so naturally Caroline wasted no time in personalizing it!
10. Glow Race Track: The Glow Race Track was made specifically for future engineers in mind. Designed to be a STEM-friendly toy, my science-minded son can’t get enough of it. Building the track yourself promotes motor skills, problem solving skills, and so much more. On top of it all, this track literally outshines the rest because it GLOWS!
11. Wall Car: I know that all our kids wish that they could climb walls, but at least they can get a car that does! This car is so cool because it has patented technology that allows it to go up walls and drive on the ceiling! This sold out last year. Grab fast if this has been on your mind.
12. Electric Race Track: Our older kids live for the Electric Race Track because it is so long and has more features than most other tracks! They think the lap counting function is extra cool, which encourages them to play on it for a while. And two racers can use it at a time, so the races can get quite competitive.
13. Ways to Play Track: If creative construction is more your kid’s speed, then the Ways to Play Track is what you are looking for. The flexible pieces are configured like a puzzle and can be used on all kinds of surfaces- inside and outside! It’s waterproof, indestructible, open-ended, and our kids get a thrill out of finding the next location for their track.
14. Wooden Ramp Racer: Our grandma had a similar toy to this growing up and it would entertain us for hours! We loved how the cars flipped as they descended each level and would do it over and over and over again. Our kids have found all kinds of races to do, despite the format being so simple. CODE: TOYTESTINGSISTERS saves 10%
15. Car Storage Parking Garage: Race cars are a favorite for collectors, and if there is one thing a collector needs, it is a display case. The parking garage design is sleek and unique, and a super fun way for my kiddos to store their mini cars all in one place.
16. Metro Vehicle Tiles: Magnetic tiles are such a special toy in our family, but these tiles add a whole new level of fun. My kids get thrown into a bright, little magnet world with the tiles being themed. They can configure a mini city in countless ways, and the vehicles are just the cutest ever.
17. London Bus: I am obsessed with this toy because I believe the sooner children are exposed to the iconic red busses of London, the better. I love that it gives my kids a slice of another culture while providing their other toys a fun mode of transportation to all their imaginary destinations. And the bus driver it comes with is too cute!
18. Fast Track Downhill: Littles can race their favorite cars down this 6' track! My 18month old and 9 year old love this toy! My 18-month old keeps those cars coming down reguarly and my 9-year old sets up timed races with heats. It comes with two cars and we also use our hot wheels on it. I did not assemble with the screws so it would be easier to store.
19. Garages: We love our Rescue Vehicle Garage because it is simple in Melissa & Doug fashion, but so great for our kids’ imaginations. The lock and key system is another layer to the benefits of this toy, helping with fine motor skills. And as a bonus, it acts as storage for the cars it comes with!
20. Emergency Vehicles: My kids will be the first to tell you how cool emergency vehicles are. So I had to get them these immersive toys that make them feel like first responders! I love that they make realistic sounds and have flashing lights so my kids don’t need to wait for a real emergency to enjoy them.
21. Road Rug Play Set: Melissa & Doug did it again with a modern version of a classic- a road rug! It features both a city and country scene and includes almost 50 wooden pieces to play with. It is machine washable and is the perfect size for all three of my kids to share.
22. Picasso Tiles Race Track: Combinations of our favorite toys are a necessity when there are so many options out there. Magnetic tiles that create a racetrack? Worth every penny. The Picasso Tiles race track comes with 2 LED light up cars, and stands to add height to your magnetic track. It’s intuitive for little brains and simple for engineering, and always easy to put away!
23. Water and Land RC Car: Have you ever heard of a waterproof remote control car? Well not only is this car waterproof, but it is also a BOAT! It floats on the water, but it is also great outside of the water too. Take it to the pool, the park, your front yard, or keep it inside. It’s such an easy toy to take on your next beach vacation!
24. Tumble Train: The Tumble Train is such a creative style of train track that I had to recommend it. The track, once assembled, will tumble in all directions, keeping your kids on their toes! The lights and sounds keep it extra engaging, as well! It’s just a blast.
25. Mega Grave Digger: Bring the Monster Jam to your own backyard with the Mega Grave Digger. This thing is huge, over two feet tall and over two feet long, and it is an authentic replica of a Monster Jam truck. There is no obstacle that his truck can’t beat and gets such a rush driving it over any terrain!
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