Missed out on a seat for the 2025 Formula 1 season? Don’t worry—you’ll soon be able to battle your on-track nemesis or get a warning from the FIA, all from the comfort of your living room sofa.
That’s because the next stage of Hot Wheels’ collaboration with Formula 1 is here: a series of official 1:64 scale cars and a pair of racetracks featuring functioning DRS zones. They’re really just shortcuts on the circuits, activated using manual pedals and not the advanced rear wing tech found on real cars. But it’s a fun gimmick that could teach your little ones about the importance of timing.
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As for the cars, you’ll have the choice between the more affordable Singles models or the Premium diecasts. Opt for the latter, and you’ll get a metal body and chassis, Pirelli-branded tires, and a tiny driver positioned in the cockpit. The liveries are also far more detailed than on the Singles, with up to eight teams currently confirmed, including McLaren and Red Bull. Aston Martin and Ferrari...aren’t.
For the tracks, two options will be available: the Sprint Race Circuit (an oval) and the Grand Prix Race Circuit (an oval, but longer). Regardless of which you choose, both tracks will feature thrusters in the midsection and DRS zones.
The tracks will launch this autumn, priced at £44.99 (around P3,300) for the Sprint Circuit and £79.99 (roughly P5,800) for the GP Circuit. Each Premium car will be priced at £10.99 (approximately P800), or you can get a mixed five-pack of Singles cars for £11.50 (about P850).
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NOTE: This article first appeared on TopGear.com. Minor edits have been made.
