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Remote control cars make some of the best gifts to slide under the tree—and with Prime Big Deal Days well underway, you can score more than one ahead of the holiday season at a major discount. As part of the two-day mega sale, which runs through today, October 11, there are crazy-good deals on many of the models our editors love and recommend for savings of up to 60 percent. Yes, you heard that right.
We’re also seeing fantastic savings on other toys for big and little kids alike, including rad arcade game consoles from Arcade1Up, Legos, and electric scooters, plus tons of deals on video games.
As for RC cars, big names like Traxxas, Bezgar, Rastar, and others have top models on sale, from monster trucks to race cars to stadium trucks. There are also several off-roaders and climbers that can handle tough conditions.
The thing is, we know from past experience that the best Prime Day deals are gone in a flash. If you want to take advantage of exceptional savings, start scrolling now because it’s truly a race to the finish.
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This remote-controlled car is the one to get for thrilling tricks—plus it’s an incredible Prime Big Deal Days deal at a whopping 60 percent off. It performs flips and 360-degree spins from up to 130 feet away, and the two-button remote makes it easy for little thumbs to control. With a double motor, the 4x4 is capable of traversing rocks and sand, and there is a working LED light for fun in low light.
Speed demons who love to tear it up off-road should consider this rugged RC car, which is currently on sale for nearly 30 percent off. The 1:10 scale machine hits a top speed of 65 mph, powered by a 3500k-volt brushless motor, and it handles like a dream thanks to a low center of gravity chassis and 2.8-inch rugged tires.
For RC car beginners, this monster truck is a smart pick; it’s currently on sale for 40 percent off in honor of Prime Big Deal Days. With shock absorbers and anti-skid tires, it can handle tough terrain and blow past obstacles, plus scale hills at a 45-degree angle.
The 1:12 scale and trigger controller make it ideal for little kids to operate and immerse them in the action. It also features excellent battery life to keep ’em busy for up to 40 minutes, along with a USB-rechargeable battery pack.
This mini 1:14 scale Bugatti Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse licensed RC car features realistic details inside and out—and right now, you can snag it for 25 percent off. It's designed to withstand crashes and jumps, with a thermoplastic rubber body, at hits a top speed of 15 miles per hour. It’s the perfect first race car for kids, as the controller is designed to fit comfortably in tiny hands.
Priced at more than 50 percent off, this off-road monster truck from the folks at Bezgar is our favorite remote control car deal yet for Prime Day. Its feature-rich design and details like a working roll bar and headlights make it a value even at full price.
The 1:14-scale vehicle operates from an impressive 160 feet away, and, thanks to a powerful motor, keeps rolling on its all-terrain tires for up to 25 minutes. The spare tires on the back chassis and its aluminum body can handle collisions at its 12-mile-per-hour top speed.
One of the best things about this four-wheel-drive RC truck is that its powerful brushless motor is waterproof, so it can safely tackle puddles and other wet terrain.
It’s a fantastic deal at 33 percent off, with 46 mile-per-hour top speed and two rechargeable batteries that offer a total runtime of 50 minutes. Another thing we love is that the remote control has a range of nearly 400 feet. Just keep in mind that this RC car is 1:16 scale, so it’s smaller than most.
Rachel Klein is a Senior Commerce Editor for Popular Mechanics, where she writes about everything from garden hose reels and patio furniture to mesh wifi systems and robot vacuums. She started her career as a daily newspaper reporter and was a travel editor for more than a decade before she started testing and reviewing luggage, noise-cancelling headphones, and other travel-related products. Fast-forward another five years and her area of expertise includes home decor, appliances, tech, and outdoor adventure gear. In her spare time, you'll find her planning her next trip, reading historical fiction, and seeing as much art as she can squeeze into a weekend.
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