Slot Cars

The first ever model slot car is credited to the British inventor Fred Francis. In 1952, Fred Francis introduced the world to slot car racing with his creation called the "Scalextric." Scalextric was a revolutionary system that consisted of powered model cars running on a slotted track. The cars were equipped with small electric motors and metal contacts that made contact with the slots on the track, providing power and control. This allowed multiple cars to race on the same track and provided a thrilling racing experience for enthusiasts. Scalextric quickly gained popularity and became a leading brand in the slot car industry. It laid the foundation for the development and expansion of slot car racing as a popular hobby and competitive sport.