Remote Control (RC) cars have been a beloved pastime for decades. Invented in the late 1960s, RC cars have come a long way since their inception. But when was the first RC car ever made?
The first patent for an RC car was filed by American inventor William Goodrich in 1966.
The patent described a radio-controlled vehicle with two motors, one for each rear wheel, enabling it to move forward and backward. It also featured a steering mechanism that allowed the car to turn left or right. While this design was revolutionary at the time, it would take several more years before commercially available RC cars were available on the market.
The first commercially available RC car was sold by Japanese manufacturer Tamiya in 1976. This iconic model, known as the “Hornet” or “Hornet II” featured an innovative four-wheel drive system and coil spring suspension system that allowed it to traverse rough terrain with ease. The Hornet II was also one of the first RC cars to feature adjustable speed settings, allowing users to customize their driving experience.
Since then, RC cars have seen tremendous advances in design and technology. They are now capable of reaching speeds faster than 60 miles per hour and can be used for a variety of purposes including racing, drifting, and even off-road exploration.
Conclusion:
The first RC car ever made was patented by William Goodrich in 1966 but did not become commercially available until 1976 when Japanese manufacturer Tamiya released its iconic Hornet II model. Since then, RC cars have seen tremendous advances in design and technology which has made them some of the most popular toys on the market today.
