How does the Kids-CAR go?
The laws of physics at work…
When you take a closer look at our Kids-CAr, you may see that the large front wheels are not mounted at the centre of the axle, but slightly towards the back. This leads to the rotary force the rider exerts onto the steering wheel being translated into lateral friction on the riding surface via the wheels.
Because this force works backwards, the counter force (governed by Newton's law of action and reaction) propels the Kids-CAR forwards. The principle is similar to ice- or roller-skating - the skater transforms lateral force (i.e. pushes) into forwards acceleration.
The force that propels the Kids-CAR forwards is therefore caused by the continuous rotation of the steering wheel from left to right - looks like magic!