RC autos are always among the latest toys in any given year due to kids’ interest in controlling autos of their own, plus the fact that there are countless adult RC automobile fans across the world. RC automobiles run on electricity, gas or nitro-fuel. The basic RC automobiles that most youngsters play with are called toy-grade RC autos. Toy-grade RC cars are powered by either normal or rechargeable batteries and are usually reasonably priced. High-end RC cars come equipped with shocks, complex engines and custom painting. In 2005, a model of a Lincoln Navigator was manufactured with working lights, a detailed interior, dub edges and a working mp3 player. Many toy-grade RC vehicle makers have started building specialised models that have unique traits, such as stunt driving capabilities, like the Discovery Radio Control Equalizer Stunt Car. It sets itself aside from other toy-grade RC cars as it has rotating wheels and can drive upside down. Even though it isn’t a hobby-grade RC vehicle, it can still do superb stuff like popping wheelies, spinning, twisting and power-slide drifting.

In the 1970s, lots of the RC autos produced were gas-fired models that used internal combustion engines. The mid-seventies brought about the electric RC vehicle, which was far better to run and maintain than its gas-powered predecessor. The 1980s were a great decade for RC car fans because major competitions commenced turning up around the world, proving that these “children’s toys” were not just for children any more. There have not been any major breakthroughs in RC car technology in recent years aside from the ability to install small music players and “tricked out” accessories.

Customizable RC cars have been one of the major reasons for the past-time’s recognition. Customising RC automobiles is a matter of preference-the sorts of shocks and tires used, whether the car runs on nitro-fuel or electricity-the chances are just about unending. The standard of these customizable parts can make all the difference in a hobby-grade RC car’s performance. Many hobby-grade RC cars don’t go much faster than 35-40 miles per hour, but the world record for RC car speed, held by Nic Case, is 134.4 mph.