Does the ARC AIR work with other Scalextric cars and track?

Yes. It is 1:32 scale and uses standard Scalextric track and cars, so most analog 1:32 Scalextric cars run on it. Digital-only cars will not.

Do I need a phone or tablet to use it?

You need a phone or tablet with the free ARC app to get lap counting, timing and race modes. The cars still run without it, but you lose the stats.

Two. ARC AIR is an analog system, so it does not support lane changing or more than two cars. For that you need the digital ARC PRO system.

ARC ONE is the basic app-connected set. ARC AIR adds wireless controllers, which is the main upgrade and the reason many buyers pick it.

Scalextric recommends 5 years and up. Younger children can race but will likely need help building track and setting up the app.

Two cars, over 6.8 metres of track, two wireless controllers and the power base. Batteries are not included.

At Prop Shop Hobbies, for $319.99, as of our latest check.

3 stores we checked sell it, including RC Superstore, Prop Shop Hobbies, Carson Modelsport.

$319.99at Prop Shop HobbiesChecked Nov 9

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