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A soapbox car (also variously known as a soapbox cart, and especially in Australia, billy cart) is a motorless vehicle capable of holding a driver (usually a child) built for the purpose of racing or recreation. Propelled by gravity, soapbox cars can reach upwards of 50 km/h (30 miles per hour). Originally, soapbox cars were built from orange crates and rollerskate wheels, but have grown more sophisticated over time, with materials like aluminum and fiberglass being utilized. In the United Kingdom a soapbox car is called a buggy, trolley, cart or cartie. It is also sometimes called a go-kart, although that more usually refers to a similar vehicle with a motor. In Scotland they are described as a bogie. In addition to being something often built by children, there are organised competitions and races ("soapbox or billycart derby") that often engage the enthusiasm of adults. However, these things are usually entered into in a spirit of fun rather than serious competition. Often these will be fund-raisers for charity. Many, but not all, events impose the following rules: The car must have no motor The car must have at least 4 wheels The car must have some type of brakes The driver must wear a helmet A push at the top is allowed for extra speed Materials must cost less than $300.00 Soapbox cars weigh an average of 150 pounds and reach top speeds of 30 to 50 km/h (19 to 30 mph). Many cities have permanent tracks where drivers compete for prizes.
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