Electronic LEGO Corvette Goes Vroom

While motorized LEGO models are nothing new, few can compare to this electric LEGO Corvette by YouTuber Hyper Blue. The base of the device is a Corvette ZR1 model, enhanced with an electric motor to actuate the model cylinders, along with a four-speed manual transmission that transfers power to the wheels. The car also now has front and rear lighting, and sound effects.

This all comes together for a beautiful experience at just after the 0:40 mark in the video below, when it growls to life and you can see the pistons “firing.” The car is driven by a Raspberry Pi Zero and rolls on a dynamometer stand. This includes a slot for a physical key, missile arm-style switch, and start button to get it rolling. The throttle is controlled by a physical pedal, and a screen next to it displays gauges and stats about the little car.

Hyper Blue notes that, “There’s a lot of electronics that went into getting all these different sensors and components hooked up." Although the clip doesn’t have much info on how it was built, another video is forthcoming where he actually shows what went into it. It should be really interesting to see more details, so you might consider subscribing there to see what ensues!