– Feature Article – Propeller Car Evolution – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Propeller Car Evolution By Randy Davis (The third in a series of articles originally published November 26, 2003 and December 1, 2010) Many organizations sponsor open competition races, some of which allow the use of powered cars. Whether your organization holds […]

– Feature Article – Weigh-in Problems and How to Avoid Them – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Weigh-in Problems and How to Avoid Them By Randy Davis (An update of an article originally published February 23, 2005) I have been the head race official for many pinewood derby races. One of the tasks is […]

– Feature Article – Shop Talk: Hand Sanding – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Shop Talk: Hand Sanding By Randy Davis If you want a sharp looking pinewood derby car, then proper sanding is critical. Choosing correct grits of paper, selecting the right sanding accessories, and applying the proper techniques are all necessary for […]

– Feature Article – Upgrading Needle Axles – Craft Idea – Custom Pinewood Derby Neckerchief Slide – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Upgrading Needle Axles By Randy Davis For races that allow freedom in selecting wheels and axles, needle wheels and axles are a great choice for building a high-performance car. Cars equipped with […]

Here in Arizona fall is finally in the air, and it is time for pinewood derby racing. Just in time for the season, we are announcing two new products to help you have a great race: Triangular Tungsten Canopy – This 2.5 ounce triangular canopy is very low profile, looks sharp, and readily mounts on […]

Here is a handy Paint Stand for working on your pinewood derby car. This quality-built stand securely holds your car for painting, allowing you to hold your car in any position. In addition, the Paint Stand: – Works with axle slots or axle holes, and with any wheelbase. – Keeps paint out of the axle […]

– Feature Article – Streamlining the Weigh-in – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Streamlining the Weigh-in By Randy Davis (An update of an article originally published December 1, 2004) Have you been to a weigh-in/check-in that seemed chaotic? Did there appear to be a lack of organization or control of the event? All too […]

– Feature Article – Shop Talk: Choose the Right Band Saw – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Memory – Generations – Q&A Shop Talk: Choose the Right Band Saw for Pinewood Derby Cars By Randy Davis Several years ago, I was asked for a recommendation on purchasing a power saw for pinewood derby car work. […]

– Feature Article – Sorry, We Will Not Be Participating Because … – Pinewood Derby Car Showcase – Q&A Sorry, We Will Not Be Participating Because … By Randy Davis Do you have difficulty getting decent participation in your organization’s pinewood derby race? Do families make excuses because of fear of failure or intimidation (I […]

Dear Pinewood Derby Fans, Fall is in the air and the smell of pine can be found in many garages around the country. Here at Maximum Velocity, we are excited to share our new pinewood derby products with you. You can see all of our new products by clicking on this link: www.maximum-velocity.com/newproducts.htm Here are […]