Czech footprint on the world stage of Formula 1
OnMay 4th of this year LEGO and Formula 1 made history during the drivers' paradeat the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Miami. Part of the parade included ten fully functional LEGO cars in lifesize – one for each team. The cars were driven by the Formula 1 drivers themselves which made the whole event even more unforgettable. The LEGO cars showcased the creativity, innovation, and engineering skill that liesbehind LEGO building sets. They inspired both children and adults and proved that with a little imagination and a LEGO brickeverything is possible.
These fascinating models were created by a team of 26 experienced designers and engineers at LEGO. The entire process took over22,000 hours and took place in the LEGO factory in Kladno, Czech Republic. The models are almost in 1:1 scale with Formula 1 cars, each consisting of nearly 400,000 LEGO bricks, weighing 1 ,500 kg and capable of driving at speeds of up to 20 km/h. They managed to capture the intricate and unique details of the Formula 1 cars, fromsponsor logos to authentic Pirelli tires. After the event in Miami, all ten models set out on a world tour. The Ferrari F1 model arrived in Prague,specifically at the Černý Most Center, where it will be exhibited from the 18th to the 28th of September.
What awaits you at the Černý Most Center?
You can look forward to:
• A tour of the LEGO Ferrari SF-24 in life size.
• A racing zonewhere you can build your own racing car from LEGO bricks and testit ona special racing track! Fun for little builders and big enthusiasts. The zone will be availableuntil August 21st.
• A special photo wallwhere you can take an unforgettable picture.
• An exhibition of LEGO Speed Champions, where you can view all the models of sets inspired by the world of Formula 1.Interesting facts from behind the scenes of productionthat reveal how this world-renowned unique piece was created.
The exhibition runs at the Černý Most Center from September 18th to 28th, every day from 9.00 to 21.00. Entry is free.
Don't forget to mark this event in your calendar and come experience a unique moment when speed, technology, and creativity combine into one fascinating experience!
Product tips from the LEGO® Speed Champions collection: LEGO® Speed Champions 77242 Ferrari SF Racing car-24 F1®
Boys and girls aged 10 and up can look forward to exciting Formula 1 races with this amazing building set LEGO Speed Champions 77242 Ferrari SF Racing car-24 F1 with a driver. The Ferrari car model featuresproud details inspired by the real car that competed in Formula 1 in 2024, and children and adult car collectors can build it, display it, and race with it.
