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# Studying Slot Cars in Schools
James May from 'Top Gear' Backs 'Scalextric 4 Schools'

By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-02-06 | Autos
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scalextric-4-schools
References: [autoblog](http://www.autoblog.com/2009/02/05/top-gears-james-may-launches-scalectrix4schools-academic-chal/) & [scalextric4schools.org](http://www.scalextric4schools.org/)

'Scalextric 4 Schools' is an incredible new curriculum for schools to get their students excited about auto engineering, and it's backed by James May of 'Top Gear.' Using [toy-sized Scalextric cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zerone-2) on [slot tracks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speed-snap-track-system), schools will compete to see whose designs are the fastest and most well-made.

'Scalextric 4 Schools' is more than just a race, however. To prepare, students will have to study car design and electric propulsion. They'll also have to master [CAD software](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-computer-science-ai), laser cutters and CNC routers, according to Autoblog. Letting kids indulge their creativity through this program is a fantastic way to solve the lack of automotive engineers worldwide.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.8/10
- Popularity: 45% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Auto Engineering Education:** The 'Scalextric 4 Schools' curriculum presents an opportunity for schools to incorporate auto engineering education into their programs and engage students in the field.
- **Integrating Design and Technology:** The use of CAD software, laser cutters, and CNC routers in 'Scalextric 4 Schools' encourages schools to integrate design and technology education, fostering innovation and problem-solving skills.
- **Stimulating Creative Thinking:** Encouraging students' creativity through the 'Scalextric 4 Schools' program can lead to disruptive innovation opportunities by nurturing out-of-the-box ideas and approaches to automotive engineering.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Education:** 'Scalextric 4 Schools' presents a unique opportunity for the education industry to incorporate auto engineering concepts into the curriculum and inspire future generations of automotive engineers.
- **Automotive:** The 'Scalextric 4 Schools' program creates an avenue for the automotive industry to engage with young talent, potentially identifying and nurturing aspiring engineers.
- **Toy and Hobby:** The integration of advanced technologies and design principles in 'Scalextric 4 Schools' opens up possibilities for the toy and hobby industry to innovate and expand their offerings.

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