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Velocity is the rate of change of position in a traveling object. Scouts who want to know how fast their Pine Wood Derby cars are can do some simple math to find the velocity, or speed, of their...

Dry powdered graphite is a common wheel lubricant used for Pine Wood Derby cars. In fact, in many Scout Councils it is the only legal lubricant that can be used for a Pine Wood Derby race. There...

Constructing and racing pinewood derby cars is a rite of passage for many young people. A champion car uses recognized design principles to maximize momentum, reduce friction and minimize the...

All RC Cars are different, with that said not any 2 cars will respond the same when jumping of a ramp. With that said if you apply some very simple touches to your throttle and break you will find...

Building a pinewood derby car is an enjoyable father and son activity, usually done once a year when a boy is a Cub Scout. When building the car, you add weights that will bring the car up to a...

To win a Cub Scouts Pinewood Derby, you must build a fast car. While the same car kits are provided to every participant before the race, how you choose to create your car will mean the difference...

The Pinewood Derby is one of the more well-known Scouting activities, one that challenges Scouts and their families to build wooden race cars from scratch and then compete against one another by...

The Pinewood Derby is an event in which Cub Scouts race model cars that they have designed and built from blocks of wood. The cars speed down a sloped track, powered by gravity. A Cub Scout can...

An electric car is just a car powered by an electric motor rather than a gasoline combustion engine. In fact, many electric cars are designed by stripping a gasoline-powered car's interior and...

Building a mouse trap car is a fun way to learn design and propulsion techniques. The finished car can be used in a competition for speed, distance and design. The car is low cost to make and...

Batteries range in size and power from a tiny battery for a hearing aid to industrial batteries the size of washing machines used to power a hospital or a telephone switching office in the event...

Today's RC car nitro engines are more reliable and easier to tune, but many newcomers still struggle when it comes to tuning a carburetor properly. Tuning RC car engines is actually easy once you...

Give your vehicle a personalized touch with a cool saying on the license plates. Tell everyone around your car something about yourself with a witty saying. Drivers will enjoy seeing your self...

You can design a winning pinewood derby car using some easy-to-implement ideas. Work within the rules to make your car as heavy as possible. Reduce surface area and drag by building a low-profile,...

A good way to develop an understanding of the issues that plague solar car design is to build a small solar car. By starting with a basic motor, drive train, chassis and solar panel, you start...

According to a survey done in 2006, 43% of Americans consider themselves to be disorganized (Esselte survey by David Lewis). If you are tired of the clutter in your life, your home, and your...

Canoeing is a great sport that anyone can enjoy. Taking a trip across a river or lake is an exciting way to spend an afternoon. Knowing the correct way to strap your canoe onto your car top is...

This article will teach you and your son how to finally win the pinewood derby event.

Radio-controlled car racing is fun both for the young child with a toy car and the experienced RC veteran. RC races include sharp turns, narrow lanes and occasionally jumps both on and off-road....

Building model cars appeals to hobbyists with a variety of interests. You may want historical accuracy in a model or individual creativity may come to the fore when you customize your car. The...

For a Cub Scout, one of the most exciting moments each year can be the anticipation that comes with receiving his pinewood derby car kit. Turning that block of wood into a race car can be a great...

For many Cub Scouts, the Pinewood Derby race is one of the most-anticipated events of the year. Though everyone begins the process with the same simple block of wood, there are several ways...

Speed is the name of the game in the Pinewood Derby. One of the most memorable events of the year for your Cub Scout, the competition pits you and your son against other father-son teams in...

A standard-sized block of wood (Cub Scout / BSA approved), four plastic wheels, weight and thin metal rods for speed axles are standard issue with all pinewood derby kits. Yet with these materials...

The Pinewood Derby is an extremely exciting time for any Cub Scout. Hours are often dedicated to making the perfect car that each boy can show off to his friends. A Cub Scout may want to test roll...

The paint job on your model car is the first thing that's noticed. Stock car, classic, antique, hot rod, show car or racer, each requires detailed painting to assure that the car is representative...

There are many factors that make a Pinewood Derby car fast. The design of the car and its aerodynamics are important, as well as the weight of the car and the distribution of that weight. What...

Starting a nitro gas car can be challenging, but after a while you'll get to know the car and what it likes. Each car requires different settings, but it's good to know the baseline factory...

Gas-powered radio-controlled (RC) cars add a sense of realism to your miniature radio-controlled driving sessions not found in solely electric RC cars. Gas-powered RC cars are extremely fast and...

Remote control cars provide entertainment for people of all ages. Making your own remote control cars from scratch is challenging and rewarding and allows you to customize your car, which is...

Pine car racing, or otherwise known as Pinewood Derby racing, is a great American pastime. Most of us remember competing at young ages for a chance to grab the gold metal in Pine Car racing...

A CO2 car is a car powered by a pressurized cartridge filled with carbon dioxide. CO2 cars are designed to drag race on a straight course. Racers try to vary the size, shape and cartridge...

You can make a simple LEGO street car by following some simple teps. Included in this article are pictures and instructions to help to make the LEGO street car. This project is a greatly...

Diecast car collecting is a hobby children and adults have enjoyed decades. Dedicated diecast fans often keep this hobby throughout their life and collect and trade cars feverishly. Many avid...

Painting model cars is a challenging, addictive hobby. Model cars allow you to build up a collection of automobiles on a budget, and assemble and paint each car yourself. Once you learn a few...

If you've ever seen a highly customized car and wondered what your own car would look like with enhancements, you may be surprised to find out how easy it is to do. One of the best things about...

One of the best things about building your own model car is all of the customization that you can do with it. Most model cars now come with a wide variety of rims, decals and other accessories....

Making a small car out of wood is a challenging and enjoyable project. Pinewood derby car races are popular among Cub Scouts and other children's groups. Go as simple or as detailed as you like....

Electric RC cars have many advantages over gas ones. They are generally slower and more forgiving, making them safer for beginners or children to use. They are also easier to maintain and start...

This article will walk you through the purchase and assembly of a slot car racing track. Happy racing!

With all the talk about alternative cars and alternative fuels, sometimes the information about which fuel powers what car runs together. Hybrid cars are the simplest to understand, because they...

Remote-control cars have come a long way. Today's models can race at well over 50 mph while remaining under control. Although there are many assembled remote-control cars on the market, some...

Radio control cars are a lot of fun. However, the preassembled models that you can buy at toy stores and hobby shops have predetermined performance limitations. If you want to design your own...

Race-car drivers may have the most glamorous vocation, but many folks find ways to make money while driving a car. Taxi drivers, delivery people and driving instructors are just a few of those who...

Slot cars are a fun hobby, but after so many crashes, your car may have a few scratches. You can paint your slot car to get it back in beautiful shape.

We spend most of our youth wishing we could have our own car. Once we reach adulthood, it becomes second nature to own that car--but it is no longer exciting. If you have ever thought of...

For Cub Scouts, the Pinewood Derby races are one of the scouting year’s most exciting events. Smaller versions of the Soapbox Derby, Pinewood Derby cars are model race cars built by the...

There are probably lots of men out there who collect die cast cars. These little replicas of their favorite classic cars and dream cars are fun to look at and own. They are usually kept in a nice...

Reflections give us a window (or mirror) into another world and sometimes, if the photographer is really lucky, into what seems like a different reality. Reflections have been fascinating...

The Pinewood Derby is an annual event that Cub Scouts across the United States take part in. They design their own small derby cars from blocks of wood, attach the wheels, decorate them, and then...