Overview
- Lego unveiled 10 full-scale, drivable Formula 1 cars at the Miami Grand Prix, each constructed from approximately 400,000 bricks and weighing 1,500 kilograms.
- The cars, designed to promote Lego's Speed Champions line, were created over eight months by a 26-person team at Lego's Kladno factory in the Czech Republic.
- Each car incorporates a steel chassis, electric drivetrain, hydraulic brakes, and authentic Pirelli tires, allowing them to reach speeds of up to 20 kph.
- The drivers’ parade saw all 20 F1 drivers piloting the Lego cars, with minor collisions causing some brick debris on the track, prompting calls for cleanup.
- Following their Miami debut, the Lego F1 cars are set to embark on a global tour, showcasing their engineering and design to fans worldwide.