Yes, you can buy a kids' ride-on car in Toronto and the GTA, with local pickup available by appointment and fast shipping across the rest of Canada. Toronto Toys carries 12V, 24V, single-seat, and 2-seater electric cars for ages roughly 1 to 8+, with most orders processed and shipped within 24–48 hours. Below is what to check before you buy, how to choose by age, and where GTA families are actually buying from in 2026.
What to Look For in a Ride-On Car in the GTA
Buying for a Toronto backyard or driveway comes with a few local realities that a generic buying guide won't cover.
Driveway vs. Backyard
A smooth, paved driveway is forgiving almost any ride-on car will handle it. A grass or gravel backyard is a different story: it takes more torque to keep moving, which usually means stepping up in battery voltage. See our full 12V vs 24V comparison if you're not sure which one your yard actually needs.
Winter Storage
Toronto winters are hard on rechargeable batteries. Cold weather reduces battery capacity, so plan on storing the car and ideally the battery indoors or in a heated garage rather than an unheated shed, and topping up the charge periodically over the off-season instead of leaving it fully depleted.
Storage Space
Many GTA homes work with a garage, a small shed, or condo storage. Measure your space before ordering, especially for wider 2-seater models a compact single-seat car is much easier to store in a smaller Toronto property.
12V vs 24V
As a quick rule: 12V suits toddlers on flat, smooth ground; 24V suits older kids, 2-seaters, and anyone dealing with grass or a sloped yard. Full breakdown in the 12V vs 24V guide.
Choosing a Ride-On Car by Age
Toddlers (Ages 1–3)
A toddler car should be light, slow, and simple to control this is the age group where a parental remote control matters most, since a young child is still learning steering and pedal control. Look for a low top speed, a seat belt, and a compact single-seat body that's easy to lift in and out of a car trunk or up a few porch steps.
Kids 5 and Up
Once a child is confidently steering on their own, a slightly larger single-seat or entry 24V model opens up more terrain grass, a longer driveway, or a local park path along with a higher top speed and sturdier construction.
2-Seaters
For siblings or a parent-and-child ride, a 2-seater ride-on car needs more power to move the added weight, which is why almost every 2-seater on the market runs 24V. These also tend to be wider, so double-check your storage space first.
Browse the full range in our ride-on cars for kids collection, or jump straight to 24V models if you already know you need the extra power.
Where to Buy Ride-On Cars in Toronto
GTA parents shopping for an electric car for kids generally have three options, and each comes with real trade-offs.
Local Specialty Retailer (Toronto Toys)
Ordering from a Canadian ride-on specialist means the vehicles are chosen specifically for this category voltage options, replacement batteries, and parts are all stocked with GTA driveways and winters in mind. Local pickup is available by appointment, and phone or email support is available if a battery, charger, or remote needs troubleshooting after the sale.
Amazon
Amazon offers fast shipping and a wide range of listings, but ride-on cars sold this way are often drop-shipped from multiple third-party sellers, which makes it harder to get consistent replacement parts, warranty support, or someone who actually knows the product line if something goes wrong.
Toys "R" Us Toronto
Big-box toy retailers carry a narrower, more seasonal selection of ride-on cars mostly a handful of mainstream models rather than the broader range of voltages, brands, and 2-seater options a dedicated ride-on retailer stocks year-round.
Pickup and Shipping: GTA vs. the Rest of Canada
Toronto Toys ships Canada-wide, with orders typically processed and shipped within 24–48 hours. GTA customers also have the option of local pickup by appointment, which can save on shipping for larger items like 2-seaters and UTV-style ride-ons. For anyone outside the GTA, standard Canada-wide shipping applies with no local pickup option.
Remote Control Cars, Scooters, and ATVs in Toronto
Beyond ride-on cars, the same GTA considerations winter storage, driveway vs. backyard use, and age-appropriate sizing apply to remote control cars, electric scooters, and kids' ATVs. If you're shopping for one of these alongside a ride-on car, browse e-scooters or kids ride-on ATVs.
Visit or Contact Toronto Toys in the GTA
Toronto Toys is a Canadian-owned and operated business based in the GTA, with local pickup available by appointment.
- Address: 337 John Street, Thornhill (Markham), ON L3T 5W5
- Hours: Open by appointment, Monday to Saturday, 11 AM – 6 PM
- Phone: 416-669-1081 (call or text) | Toll-free: 1-888-202-0277
- Email: torontotoyscanada@gmail.com
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