Nothing beats getting behind the wheel of a car and flooring it whenever you can, savoring the adrenaline that rushes through your body as you speed down the highway or around a corner. It's truly gratifying, but at the same time, there's also plenty of limits and dangers associated with real-life driving. Of course, it goes without saying, you should always drive safely and within the law.
There's also the fact that high-performance vehicles are not easily attainable, and some people can only dream of one day getting their hands on a car with truly engaging performance. Thankfully, there's another way to push cars to their limits without risking your precious life or spending too much of your hard-earned cash; you can watch from afar and still control them at will, twisting and turning, speeding and jumping, even crashing.
Back in the day, RC (remote controlled) cars used to be manufactured specifically for children, with low top speeds and dreadful handling; not to mention, they'd break almost instantly if you so much as tapped them against a wall. Nowadays, however, things have ramped up considerably, and there's a handful of companies that fabricate insanely capable RC Cars that target a more mature audience, able to put down incredible speeds and make vicious turns, while also quite sturdy and durable even after nasty crashes.
Please ensure you follow any relevant safety rules/guidance when using RC cars, especially outdoors.
These beasts that can barely be considered as toys are a joy to use, and even though they can't really be compared to the feeling of actually driving, they're the next best thing. Let's take a look at some awesome RC Cars for adults.
Traxxas Slash
For several years now, Traxxas has been one of the RC heavyweights, bringing to market some truly thrilling products. Amongst them, the 2WD Traxxas Slash is probably the most popular in terms of price and performance; the 1:10 scale platform is tough as nails, with great battery life and sharply precise controls.
Most importantly, some versions can easily reach speeds of 50 mph and over, which looks more like 100 mph or more from a distance. Keep in mind, this is one of the more expensive RC Cars on this list, starting at around $300. There's also plenty of purchasable add-ons that should be considered if the base model doesn't fully meet your RC desires.
Redcat Racing Everest-10 Crawler
Speed and handling aren't the only things that appeal to RC enthusiasts. Some people are more engaged by capable offroad RC cars that can take on inclined rock trails and push through puddles; that's exactly what the 1:10 scale Everest Rock Crawler excels at, as the name suggests. With All-Wheel-Drive, waterproof electronics and large wheels mounted to flexible yet sturdy suspension, the Redcat Racing Everest Crawler can handle tough terrains like it's nobody's business, all for a listed price of $180 that includes everything you need.
Arma Typhon Buggy
Buggy's are probably the most versatile RC models out there, you can speed them down smooth tarmac roads or enjoy them on offroad dirt and grass trails just as much. The Typhon Buggy from Arma comes in at $270, placing it comfortably in the middle of the pack when it comes to capable RC Car prices.
It's lightweight chassis is extremely agile, with All-Wheel-Drive and the ability to go over 30 mph. Reasonably sized at a 1:8 scale, the Typhon Buggy is also waterproof and quite durable overall, making it a great candidate of you're in search of an accessible yet engaging all-round RC car.
Kyosho MNI Z Audi R8 LMS
For those in search of RC Cars that also double as scale replicas of real-life vehicles, Kyosho's got you covered with the Mini Z Audi R8 LMS, which is a well-fabricated model that looks exactly like the real-deal Audi race car. At just $60, the Mini Z R8 isn't nearly as capable as the other models on this list in terms of performance, but it's a good starting point for RC car newcomers and still quite fun in its own right.
Clearly, the RC Car world has grown relentlessly through the years, and will only continue to do so along with the technological advancements that are sure to rise in the future. They may just be toys at the end of the day, but sometimes that's all our inner child's need.