Almost any parent, walking with children in the park, notes that the ride on an electric car rental is rarely left without visitors. Indeed, this is simply amazing entertainment for children! Every mom wants to please her child with such a gift, and even more so dad. What is an electric car for children? Let's get it right.
Types of electric vehicles
Firstly, all cars have their own age restrictions. There are electric cars for children from a year, and there are for school age - 7-8 years. Naturally, the size, functionality, dimensions of this electric vehicle will vary greatly.
Secondly, electric vehicles can be classified by their shape. It depends on the imagination of manufacturers. The most popular classic electric cars and electric motorcycles, consider them in more detail.
Electric cars
Electric cars made in the form of classic cars are perhaps the most popular type of electric transport for children. They can have both a simple children's look, and a body repeating well-known brands of cars.
You may meet children's models of Lamborghini, Cadillac, Mercedes, Ferrari and many other famous brands. Their form is not just an imitation, but the result of the joint work of manufacturers of "children's" and "adult" cars. For example, an electric car Mercedes for children has been officially approved by Mercedes-Benz and has all the necessary licenses.
Electric motorcycles
Electric cars for children, made in the form of a motorcycle or moped , are very popular. They look pretty impressive and delight with their functionality. By the number of wheels they can be divided into several types:
- Two-wheeled.
- Two-wheeled, with small wheels for insurance.
- Tricycles.
- Four-wheel.
It is clear that two-wheeled electric motorcycles are designed for older children, and three-, four-wheeled ones are suitable for kids. In any case, for each model there are age restrictions that should be considered when buying.
In addition to the above-mentioned electric cars and electric motorcycles, there are models in the form of tractors, trains and even dogs for sale, however they are not so popular, although they have good functionality.
By color, you can choose a car for children of any gender. And although it is believed that such a toy is more suitable for boys, girls play it with no less pleasure.
Electric cars for girls
Electric cars, designed for the games of the fair sex, are not so few. Their main difference is the color scheme.
Basically, for girls these are cars made in pink, purple and white. In addition, manufacturers pay particular attention to decorating details. It can be various stickers, bows and additional accessories. Buying such a car for a girl, do not chase speed. Unlike boys, for girls the speed of 3 km / h is quite enough, because little princesses always have something to chat with their mother or build eyes for passing boys. By their technical characteristics, the presence of pedals, a control panel, mirrors and beeps, electric cars for girls are no worse than models for boys.
Functional electric car. Engine and battery
First of all, the heart of any car is the motor. It can be quite powerful and reach speeds of up to 8 km / h. In electric vehicles, engine operation is completely dependent on the battery. Manufacturers offer several types of batteries with voltage from 6V to 24V and capacities from 4.5 AH to 15AH. The greater the electric capacity of the car, the faster it will accelerate and work longer without recharging. In the instructions should be written the time of constant operation of the machine with a full battery and loading. Even the most powerful electric cars at maximum speed and full load can work continuously for more than half an hour. Therefore, during long walks, you should bring an extra charged battery with you so that you do not carry children's vehicles on yourself later. Charging the battery is a lengthy process, it takes from 10 to 14 hours. This is perhaps the biggest minus in electric cars.
Control
Most often, an electric car is equipped with one gas pedal. When you press it, the car picks up speed, and if you need to stop, just let it go.
In some "baby" electric cars, the pedal may be absent altogether. In this case, the parent takes control with the remote control. Not only electric cars for the smallest are equipped with such a device. Most models have a remote control, and its purpose is to control the trajectory of the young driver. An electric car for children with a remote control is a good opportunity to give freedom to a child, while monitoring its safety.
You can change direction with the help of the steering mechanism, and the reverse is regulated by a special toggle switch. Some electric vehicles have a gearbox that allows you to change the speed of movement.
Wheels
Electric cars for children are designed to ride on fairly flat surfaces. Most often this is asphalt or floor in the house. If you intend to use a car for riding on stones or a dirt road, you should choose a car, the instructions for which describe this possibility. Most often, such electric vehicles are equipped with interchangeable rubber pads on the wheels (tires). In most cases, the material of their manufacture is plastic or rubber. Rubber wheels last a little longer than plastic ones, since their probability of erasure is much lower.
Light and other electrics
Manufacturers of children's electric vehicles seek to imitate "adult" cars not only in shape, but also in various devices for the comfort and safety of the driver. First of all, we are talking about headlights. It can be low beams, red lights when driving backwards or light signals that indicate a turn. In some models, the color of the headlights can change, additional sound effects are added to their work. This functionality usually works on additional batteries.
In addition to light, a police beacon, loudspeaker, siren and other devices can be added to electric cars for children. This is done so that the child feels like a real driver and was happy with his new transport.
Safety in an electric car
The safety of electric vehicles is one of the most important problems when buying a car for children.
Electric cars for children in the configuration always have an instruction manual. It is important to follow all the rules described in it. Resist the temptation to buy a car for a child that is not suitable for age, since the level of security in it will be significantly lower than permissible.
Manufacturers always write for what age the electric car is intended for, this is one of the most important criteria when choosing children's electric vehicles.
The helmet, knee pads, elbow pieces or additional seat belts are sometimes attached to the selected model of car. They allow parents to worry less about the injuries of the young rider. If such accessories are not offered to the electric vehicle, you should buy them separately.
In addition, you should not buy dented, with the presence of chips and cracks in the car, since the presence of such defects indirectly indicates a possible malfunction in the electrician, resulting from inaccurate transportation.
Terms of Use
There are several rules for the safe use of children's electric vehicles. Consider the most important of them.
- Do not exceed the permissible load.
- Driving on uneven surfaces should not be allowed unless specified in the instructions.
- Do not immerse the electric vehicle in water.
- Store the machine indoors only.
- Try to avoid falls and upsets of electric vehicles.
Electric Vehicle Prices
According to many parents, the prices for children's electric vehicles are too high for the family budget, but this is not always the case. Now manufacturers offer the most different price range for any wallet. The most inexpensive cars cost about 2 thousand rubles.
Most often this is transport for the youngest children. However, for such an amount you can find an electric car for a child of 3 years old and even more. Of course, the additional functionality will be very limited, but "self-propelled" is quite acceptable. Of course, an exclusive design with a repetition of the features of "adult" cars cannot be found in such models.
Models of cars that copy famous brands with various devices cost from 10 thousand rubles. In the redistribution of 20 thousand rubles, you can buy a very sophisticated electric car with a bunch of additional accessories.
There are very expensive cars for children, their cost is about 50-80 thousand rubles. These are truly sophisticated devices that are very similar to ordinary cars.
Master yourself
In order not to splurge on the purchase of children's vehicles, you can make an electric car for your child with your own hands. A motor reducer from a wiper is suitable as an engine, and a conventional wheelchair machine can be used for a body. The battery needs 12 volts, it can be taken, for example, from a flashlight or from a computer uninterruptible power supply.
The improvised “motor” is attached to the bottom of the car, and the battery is outside, since it is large enough. The start button should be displayed on the steering wheel. After arranging the mechanisms, it is necessary to carefully inspect everything again and additionally strengthen with clamps to ensure the greatest safety.
Reviews, Pros
The biggest plus of the electric car, which all parents celebrate, is a good opportunity to give the child great joy.
Children, having received such a car as a gift, are very satisfied and demand to take it with them for a walk regularly. The term of use of such vehicles is on average 2-3 years. Then, most often, parents give it to friends or relatives.
Another important plus of an electric car for children is the pleasure of dad from walking. When a husband wants to go for a walk with a child, it’s a balm for any mom’s soul. Dad, in turn, shares with his son or daughter a case in which he is well versed, and possibly teaches the rules of the road.
As a rule, small cars fit well in the trunk of a car, so if you want you can take them with you on a trip.
Reviews, Cons
Of the minuses noted by most mothers, we can distinguish the heaviness of the electric car. It is not always convenient for a fragile woman, taking her child for a walk, to drag his car with him. Almost all electric cars for children have this disadvantage. Reviews of mothers, where they do not recommend such a purchase, almost all contain exactly this nuance.
Another minus is that in a small apartment the child simply has nowhere to turn around. Therefore, having such conditions, one must be prepared to go out more often.
Many mothers recommend choosing a car with a high landing, because in this case the likelihood of chips due to collisions on the curb is less.
Summary
If you are the owner of a spacious apartment, have a budget item in the budget - the purchase of an electric car, and you are not afraid of the prospect of walking only with it, then you should certainly please a child with such a gift. Otherwise, you should carefully weigh the pros and cons so that the purchase of children's vehicles does not become useless.