There’s a natural progression for most young gearheads, anxious to get their hands on totemic representation of the cars and trucks they covet, but are still too young to legally own. It usually ...

During his early childhood, this editor was what you'd call a sheltered child, and after Legos, his favorite hobby was building model kits. And even though this pastime isn't as popular today due to ...

From classic American muscle to sleek modern sports cars, model car kits offer a hands-on way to connect with automotive history. Brands like AMT, Revell, MPC, and Tamiya each bring their own ...

Tamiya’s Mini 4WD, only sold in Japan and Asia, was a flop in the ’80s before becoming a huge craze. In 1997, 15% of all AA batteries sold in Japan were used in them. In total, 150 million were sold.

Whether you’re just starting out or deep into the hobby, choosing the right scale model kit can make or break your build experience. From beginner-friendly snap-together sets to advanced, ...

When Yoshio Tamiya, the owner of a sawmill and lumber supply company based in Shizuoka City decided to use his surplus wood and delve into making model ships and airplanes, little did he know that he ...