Hobbies And Interests
Little Tikes
Little Tikes makes the classic red and yellow "Cozy Coupe" that a child sits in and pushes with his feet while he steers with a wheel. Standard price as of February 2011 was $49.99. Other similar models of toy cars manufactured by Little Tikes include the Classic Pickup Truck, the Spray &Rescue Fire Truck and the Princess Cozy Coupe.
Power Wheels
Fisher Price makes Power Wheels cars, small battery-powered vehicles that come in a variety of models and sizes. Popular models are Jeeps and trucks. They are designed for children as young as 1 year old and as old as about 6, and seat one or two riders. Prices range from about $75 for small and simple models to about $400 for large all-terrain models.
Radio Flyer
Radio Flyer is known for making the famous little red wagon, but this company also makes several ride-on toys. Models that kids can propel with their feet include scooters, cars, trikes, wagons and even small rockets. Prices range from about $40 to $100.
Other ride-on cars
Two other companies that manufacture acclaimed toy cars are InStep and Kid Trax. InStep makes a fire engine that is propelled by pedals and is made complete by a bell and ladders. As of February 2011, you could purchase it for around $45. Kid Trax makes a toy electric Mercedes that looks like a classic 1960s Mercedes 300SL and goes up to five miles per hour. As of February 2011 you could buy it for just under $400.