Remote-control cars and trucks come in all kinds of designs and sizes, from monster trucks and off-roading vehicles to Barbie convertibles. With all that variety, it’s no surprise that they are some of the best toys for kids of all ages—and often for adults, too! Given their wide appeal, a remote-controlled toy vehicle can even make a great white elephant gift idea.

If you are choosing a remote-control car for kids in your life, consider what design will appeal to them. What other kinds of play cars and trucks do the children already have? Do they have favorite toy vehicles? Do they love Hot Wheels or Monster Trucks or any other specific brands or models? Will the new remote-controlled car pair well with other toys they have, like action figures or dolls?

Whatever you choose, make sure you also buy the batteries needed for the new toy.

Remote-control trucks and cars can provide hours of fun. You can set up obstacle courses for your mini remote-control car, or you can race remote-controlled cars around the house or yard. If you or your kids are playing with others, you will probably want multiple remote-controlled vehicles on hand.

In addition to being fun, driving remote control vehicles also requires spatial awareness, fine motor skills and quick decision-making. So, toys like these are more than just amusing; they can also help build a child’s skill-base. If you want to challenge your kid’s navigation skills even more, considering adding a toy drone to the collection.

Finally, if your kids are readying to take their driving skills to the next level, get them a full-sized kids’ electric vehicle, like an electric scooter, a hoverboard or an electric bike.