How amazing are the first days of spring? You can feel the air getting warmer and drier and start hearing the birdsong again outside. What's even better is that your children may not need as much convincing to play outdoors as they do during the darker and wetter winter months. Now it is time to get your outdoor toys ready for the season! 

IF you don't have one already, we're here to tell you why you should consider getting an off-road 4-wheel Drive buggy for your kids this Spring, what to consider when buying one, and all the fun that can be had when you get it!

If you haven't decided which one to get yet, check out Titan Toys' Exclusive off-road buggies or the licensed Can-Am, which comes as a mini 24V model or a 2x24V 2-seater model.

The Joy of Spring Off-Roading

There is no doubt that most children love the thrill of driving their car. If they are a bit younger, then even the most basic surfaces will be exciting enough for them. However, after they’ve had some practice, they will most likely be up for a proper off-road-style adventure! It could be anything from grassy fields and hills to muddy tracks and stony paths. Learning during springtime, when the weather is slightly drier, is an advantage. It will be challenging and exciting, and they will love the feeling of freedom!

Four-wheel drive (4WD) Kids' Buggies will be able to navigate through almost any terrain, allowing kids to explore their limits in a fun and safe way. Always ensure the presence of a supervising adult. With a runtime of up to 90-120 minutes, depending on the surface and weight of the children, you’ll cover a considerable distance while exploring everything that spring brings. If you've a longer walk ahead of you and you’ve got one of Titan Toys' buggies, you can purchase a spare battery here.

Benefits of 4x4 Electric Buggies for Kids

IF you’re still deciding on purchasing your child's first off-road buggy, the following might be some great reasons!

·        Safe and Easy to Use: Kids' Ride-on Buggies are a safe and fun way for kids to go on adventures while staying off the busy pavement. With Titan Toys, you will always get the R/C parent remote control included in the price. This allows you to be in control of the buggy in situations where it is needed, such as when they are younger and have not yet fully learned how to use it.  That said, the ride-on buggies today are straightforward to use.

·       Skill development: Kids driving electric cars will work on their hand-eye coordination as they manoeuvre the steering wheel while simultaneously watching their surroundings to avoid obstacles. They will also improve their reaction time when suddenly having to brake or carry out quick turns around a racing course.

·       All-terrain adventures: As we mentioned earlier, 4x4 Electric buggies are excellent at tackling most surfaces! Head up paths through the fields and watch it navigate hills and dirt tracks; this makes any children's buggy a brilliant choice for versatility. 

Choosing the Right 4x4 Electric Buggy

If we’ve now convinced you that this is what your little one needs in their life, you’ll want to ensure you purchase the right buggy based on your child’s size and age. We don’t like seeing our customers forking out a lot of money on a buggy that will only be used by their kids for a short time unless they have a younger sibling who will grow up to use it too.

The Can Am Mini Maverick is a very popular choice. Licensed by Can-Am, with all the features you’d expect, it looks the part. With its 24V battery and powerful 4WD, it delivers excellent performance. However, if you have older kids or siblings who might want to use it at the same time, the Large 2x24V Can-Am, with its two seats, would be a better choice.

Always check the Battery run-time to ensure that it will be suitable for your family's adventure distances. Please note that all times listed are dependent on the weight load and the types of surfaces you’ll tackle.

Some safety features you should consider include safety seatbelts, which are generally standard. Some buggies will have different speed options, which is perfect when learning. As they build confidence, they can increase the speed of the buggy.

If you want your buggy to last and withstand more demanding adventure trails, quality and durability are crucial. Titan Toys focuses wholeheartedly on these points!

Best Places for Off-Roading in Spring

It's now time to test this beast of a toy out (I'm not sure this even classifies as a toy, as it’s way beyond a standard one!).

If you want to see what this electric 4-wheel drive buggy can do, we will share our own tried and tested challenges! A favourite was an uphill muddy path covered with rocks and bumps, and it just kept going. This was with the Titan Toys Vulcan S, which features soft EVA foam tyres for improved grip and two different speed options to assist with climbing.

Bring it along to parks for adventures. The very first time our son brought his buggy to the play park, he made a new friend (which meant a new mum friend too, win-win!). Please verify that the park allows this and is large enough for children's cars. Otherwise, country parks might be a good place for a stroll or jog to stay active while driving through.

We have a grassy field next to us, and now, in the springtime, this is the perfect place for them to drive around freely. There is nothing in their way, and the grass has not grown high enough to be an issue. The muddy trails around it add to the challenge!

You can also set up a driving course using things like sticks, stones, or cones, allowing them to practice and learn proper driving skills safely. You can teach them how to do three-point turns, and if you have friends or family with kids' cars, you can arrange little mini-races with pit stops and a podium for trophies afterwards!  

Safety and Maintenance Tips

Always supervise your little driver and double-check that the areas where you let them roam are safe for use. If you have been the one controlling the car with the Remote control, go through some training on braking and handling before allowing them to drive on their own.

Before setting off, do a quick check-over to ensure the car is safe to use if it has been off the road for a while. Ensure the battery has a full charge to avoid getting stranded along the way, as the buggies are pretty heavy to push or pull over long distances. If you have been off-roading, it is essential to clean the vehicle of any mud with a cloth.

Conclusion

If you go down the road of getting a 4x4 off-road buggy for your kids, 24v or 2x24v, the risk you run, as mentioned in our customers reviews, is that your kids might not want to come inside. This might be the answer to the battles you've fought over the past year regarding outdoor play versus indoor screen time. As long as you choose a buggy suitable for your child's age and size, you will be amazed at the performance of these four-wheel-drive kids' buggies. It is time to start enjoying the spring weather on new off-road adventures.