12V Licensed Ford Mach E Kids Ride On Car with High and Low Speed, 3 Level Remote, 3 Point Belt and USB, 66 lb, White

Handing a three year old a car with one speed is a gamble. Either it is too slow to be interesting by the time they can steer, or it is too quick on the first afternoon.

Speed is set in two places here. A high and low button on the console is what the child gets, and three levels on the remote are what the adult gets, with the mode switch deciding which applies. Start on low with the remote in hand, and move up as the steering improves.

White with black wheels

White panels against black wheels and window frames, which shows the full width light bar and the moulded creases along the flank more clearly than the darker colours. Two mirrors fold in against the body when the car is stored.

Two layers of speed control

The mode switch decides who is driving. In manual mode a child picks high or low on the console; in remote mode an adult picks one of three levels and keeps the brake. Neither can exceed the published 2 to 3 mph.

Where it will go

Asphalt, rubber, cement and hardwood are the four surfaces the maker names, over spring suspension and wear resistant anti slip wheels. Springs sit above each wheel, which takes the jar out of a paving joint.

Belt, doors and lights

A three point belt in front of a moulded backrest, doors that lock, LED headlights and mirrors that actually look like mirrors. The headlights run off the same one button start as the rest of the console.

The maker states an official licence, with the pony badge front and rear.

Two shoulder points and a lap strap, rather than a lap belt alone.

On a 12V 4.5Ah battery at a published 2 to 3 mph.

Speed, direction and brake for an adult. Two AAA cells, not included.

Springs with wear resistant anti slip wheels.

Music, a wireless connection, a USB port, volume and a horn.

Ships from a Canadian warehouse. Free shipping on orders over $150. Some remote areas, PO boxes and surcharge regions may be excluded or cost extra.

Return within 14 days of purchase, unused, in original condition and packaging.

Covered directly by the manufacturer under their warranty terms for material and manufacturing defects.

Low on the console, the lowest level on the remote, and a brake in an adult's hand for the first few sessions. The mode switch sits on the body, out of a child's reach while driving.

Hardwood is on the maker's surface list beside asphalt, rubber and cement.

37 to 96 months with a 66 lb seat load capacity, both stated by the manufacturer. The seat measures 14 in across with a 9.5 in back behind it.

What we stand behind

• Age band, seat load capacity, speed, motor and battery ratings and the seat measurements are the manufacturer's published figures.
• The manufacturer states this is an officially licensed Ford Mach E design.
• No run time, charge time or remote control range is published.
• No safety certification is claimed on this record, so none is stated here.
• A toy for supervised play on private property. Never on a road, a sidewalk or a bike path.

How is the speed controlled?

Two ways. A high and low button on the console for the child, and three speed levels on the parent remote for the adult, with a mode switch choosing between them.

How fast can it go?

2 to 3 mph on the manufacturer's own panel.

What age and weight is it for?

37 to 96 months, with a stated seat load capacity of 66 lb.

Can it be used indoors?

Hardwood is one of the four surfaces the maker names, alongside asphalt, rubber and cement.

What kind of belt does it have?

A three point safety belt, with a moulded backrest behind it and lockable doors either side.