A creative and engaging Design & Technology project where pupils design and make a cardboard vehicle that moves using simple electronics.
Students develop both practical making skills and basic electronic understanding by designing a model vehicle and integrating a motor to create forward movement. The project encourages problem-solving, creativity, and hands-on learning.

The resource includes:

Design and idea development (theme board and annotated ideas)
Guidance on working with corrugated cardboard, including cutting, shaping, and scoring techniques
Introduction to simple electronics (motor, battery, movement)
Making skills such as measuring, cutting, assembling, and prototyping
Focus on sustainable materials and reducing waste
Maths in Design & Technology
Revision Mat - Timbers,
Plastics, Metals,
Textiles and Paper and boards

Students explore how to:

Create accurate nets and prototypes before final making
Use tools safely to cut and shape materials
Attach and position a motor for effective movement
Evaluate and improve their design

Perfect for:

KS3-KS4 Design & Technology
STEM / cross-curricular projects
Introducing electronics in a practical context
Projects focused on sustainability and modelling