In other words, ‘safety comes first’ is more than just a slogan if the whole family wants to have fun with the car.Ĭhildren make special memories that last a lifetime, and for their parents, it would bring up old memories of soapbox cars that they had once in their childhood. In addition, it is recommended to assembly the car with parents for safety, considering the process involves some tool using. Meanwhile, the automaker states on the first page of the manual, that the user must wear helmets and other protective equipment. Safety comes first, whether you are making or riding soapbox cars. While ordinary soapbox cars use round steering wheels, Hyundai’s soapbox cars house a joystick inspired by the concept Prophecy if you pull the right joystick, the vehicle will turn right. The Hyundai Soapbox cars feature the brand identity when it comes to steering as well. Instead of a round steering wheel, it features a joystick-shaped steering structure. The Z-shaped character line, which starts with the front and runs to the rear wheels, is reminiscent of the new Avante and Tucson, and the unique body shade also came from Kona’s signature color. When looking at other Hyundai models for inspiration, the 45 Concept stood out for its straight lines and geometric shapes, as well as the Hyundai design identity ‘Sensuous Sportiness’. There are traces of Hyundai’s spirit everywhere. Lastly, another team worked on color and trim. They came up with different designs, chose one, and started building. Then, a team of designers sketched ideas, first on paper and then as 3D computer models. First, a team of engineers built the chassis. The Hyundai Soapbox was designed just like a regular car. Hyundai’s soapbox car was built in almost the same way as the actual car. The reason why the body is not curvaceous was because of this design philosophy. As mentioned earlier, they are not only composed of readily available materials around us but also focused on selecting materials and designing structures for reasonable prices. The most important part when Hyundai designed the chassis and body of the soapbox car was the availability. It has gone through several simulations and prototyping to create a highly accessible soapbox car kit.

However, the Hyundai Soapbox car is so well designed that it can be completed even without using a hammer. The biggest feature is that it consists of materials that can be easily found at local hardware stores its wheels are taken from a cart, for example. Because it is a car for kids, so any parent with a child should be able to assemble easily. It’s a simple but thoroughly-designed powerless carĭeveloped by Hyundai HMETC, the Soapbox car was intended to be made without any special dexterity.

The company thought that making a Soapbox car was an activity that both parents and children could enjoy. Hyundai hoped that the car-loving child and their families would have more fun and quality time, as the recent COVID-19 pandemic has added time for families to spend together. This is why Hyundai introduced the Soapbox car assembly kit. Hyundai has released a soapbox car that can be easily built with family members. This is about children assembling a soapbox race car with their parents and families, then joining the race, and making fond memories. And there is more it is not just about winning the race. Though these race cars might seem sloppy, winning the Soapbox Derby is one of every child’s dream in North America and Europe. Soapbox Derby is a national motorsport that anyone can enjoy.

These ‘race’ cars only use acceleration from gravity to pass around the corners or through obstacle courses, without using an engine or a motor. Recently, Hyundai unveiled a vehicle designed exclusively for ‘Soapbox Derby.’ The Soapbox Derby is a motorless car race widely held in North America and Europe, derived from a race in which children run down the hill in a wooden soapbox with wheels attached to it.

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