Who Is the Inventor of RC Car?

Remote control cars, or RC cars, are a popular and ever-evolving form of hobby and entertainment. From the early days of electric RC cars to today’s nitro and brushless models, these vehicles have come a long way.

The inventor of the modern-day radio-controlled car is John Harold Garrison. He was born in 1937 in California and grew up with a passion for cars, especially those that could be driven remotely by an operator.

In 1962, he developed the world’s first radio-controlled car which he called the “Radio Control Car.” His invention was powered by two electric motors and two radio frequencies. The car had a range of about one hundred feet.

Garrison’s invention revolutionized the way people play with cars. It made it possible for hobbyists to race their cars against each other without having to be physically present at every race. It also opened up opportunities for competitive racing on larger tracks or in stadiums as well as in smaller backyards.

Since its invention, RC cars have evolved significantly. Today there are different types of RC vehicles such as trucks, buggies, boats, helicopters and airplanes available on the market. These vehicles can be powered by batteries or nitro fuel engines and they come in various sizes and shapes to suit any type of hobbyist.

Conclusion
John Harold Garrison is credited with inventing the modern-day radio-controlled car in 1962. His invention revolutionized how people play with toy cars by allowing them to race against each other without having to be physically present at every race. Since then, RC vehicles have evolved significantly with different types available on the market today that are powered by batteries or nitro fuel engines and come in various sizes and shapes to suit any type of hobbyist.

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Stephen Dunn