Whether we like it or not, eventually the day will come where we have to admit that we outgrew our childhood toys — unless, of course, we tech them up in the name of science. And in some case… ...

We've already shown you how to use Arduino to make a video doorbell system, MP3 jukebox, and TV commercial volume limiter, but this RC car is a fun first project to get you on your way to tackling ...

A 16-year-old, for example, has created a self-driving toy car that’s powered by an Arduino Nano as part of a project that also includes cheap parts like IR sensors and modules created with a 3D ...

Learn how to make an RC car at home with a fast DC motor. This DIY guide will show you step-by-step how to build a speedy and fun remote-controlled car using simple materials.

Randy Sarafan, who also happens to be the Technology Editor over on Instructables, gutted a remote-controlled car and swapped the parts for an Arduino board.

Which wirelessly communicates with the modified RC car using an XBee module. Check out the video below to learn more about the Arduino car simulator and its construction. Watch this video on YouTube.

Video games, move over. While speeding around a digital track can provide hours of fun, just how much fun could you have with an Arduino based RC car controlled with an iPad?

John Boxall, author of the new book Arduino Workshop, shares a few of the projects from his book on how to get started with the microcontroller. (Click the links to see PDFs of the complete ...