Carrera Hybrid - Racing rethought

Carrera Hybrid

Carrera Hybrid isn't a traditional slot car system—it's a completely new product from Carrera.

Instead of a slotted track, the car drives freely—controlled via a smartphone app and soon also via a controller.

The Carrera Hybrid is best compared to a real-world console game: a video game, but with a real car.

Who is the Carrera Hybrid interesting for?

  • Console gamers will immediately feel at home because control and tuning are done via the app.

  • Children and beginners benefit from the integrated driver assistance, which prevents frustration while driving.

  • RC fans will find exciting new possibilities in the Hybrid system – a blend of RC car and racing game.

  • Classic Carrera drivers sometimes struggle because their expectations of "Carrera as usual" are not met. Hybrid is deliberately a standalone system.

How Carrera Hybrid works

  • Scale 1:50, cars with integrated battery (charged via USB cable).

  • Driving is possible on any smooth surface – even on a classic Carrera track.

  • With the ultra-flat hybrid tracks (<1 mm), the AI ​​function comes into play:

    • The cars learn the track. Lap times can be recorded.

    • Assistance systems help beginners stay on the track.

    • The assistance can be reduced as drivers gain more experience.

Tuning via app – like in a video game

  • Instead of screwdrivers and tire changes, there are level systems and digital tuning options.

  • Drive more = more experience points

  • New levels unlock additional features App updates constantly create new possibilities

Track parts and structure

  • The track is extremely flat (less than 1 mm) and virtually indestructible.

  • Assembly and disassembly take only seconds.

  • Due to its low height, the track can be left lying in place in many children's rooms; even doors still close smoothly.

Range & Community

  • Initially, the selection of cars was small – but in 2025, the program will grow noticeably with many new vehicles and expansions. There is already an active social media community that develops accessories, shares tips, and organizes races.

Testing Carrera Hybrid

We've set up the Carrera Hybrid in our store, so you can try it out for yourself and find out if this new racing concept is right for you.