As awesome as this fully functional, life-size LEGO kart is, I probably wouldn't want to take it out onto the track for a real spin. I can't imagine that a frame made out of LEGOs will hold up too well during a high-speed collision.
Regardless of any perceived safety issues, this fully driveable LEGO kart is an impressive feat of building block ingenuity. This LEGO kart was put together by Simon Burfield, a creative LEGO fan who also has a fully functional LEGO wheelchair on his design resume as well.
According to Burfield, the LEGO kart "is powered by 16 XL PF motors, 8 rechargeable power functions battery packs. The steering is controlled via an NXT. It uses 20 EXO-FORCE LEGO Wheels. I built this over Christmas as a way to put my yellow studded LEGO to use."
What's Driving This Trend
- Life-size LEGO Karts
- Opportunity to create and market life-size LEGO karts as a unique recreational activity.
- Building Block Ingenuity
- Exploration of new ways to use building blocks for functional and innovative creations.
- Functional LEGO Vehicles
- Development of real and driveable vehicles made entirely out of LEGO blocks.
Who This Affects Most
- Recreation and Entertainment
- Opportunity for theme parks and recreational centers to incorporate life-size LEGO karts into their offerings.
- Toy Manufacturing
- Opportunity for toy manufacturers to create and market building block sets specifically designed for creating functional vehicles.
- Educational Products
- Opportunity for educational companies to develop LEGO kits that promote engineering and creativity through the construction of functional vehicles.
