Yvolution® is Revved Up, Enters the Go-Kart Category at the 2015 American International Toy Fair®, Booth #5041

NEW YORK, Feb. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Yvolution®, the company that introduced the award-winning Y Fliker™ series of three-wheeled self-propelling scooters, the Y Glider™ series of preschool scooters, and the Y Velo™ balance bikes, is revving up their product offerings and entering the go- kart category, launching with two new wheeled products at the 2015 American International Toy Fair®. Giving kids a new way to ride and explore, the go-kart line will feature the Y Kart Rocker™, a three-wheeled stunt pedal kart with patented Lean-to-Steer technology, and the Y Kart Explorer™, a three-wheeled beginner go-kart featuring an innovative rear-wheel steering system. The Y Kart Rocker and Y Kart Explorer will be available exclusively at Toys "R" Us® stores nationwide and online at www.Toysrus.com/Yvolution in spring 2015.

Toy Fair attendees can check out the go-karts at Yvolution's Booth, #5041, where their new Y Scoot line will also be on display.  Their full range of products will be on-site from Stage 1: Toddler through Stage 4: Teen, offering riders Life through Motion™ at every stage.  This includes the Y Fliker LIFT, a finalist in the prestigious Toy of the Year Award (TOTY) in the Outdoor category and Loopa, a TOTY finalist in the Innovative category.

"Go-karts are the next level in wheeled adventure and it's a category that has recently surged in interest as outdoor, wheeled products grow in popularity," said Thomas O'Connell, Global CEO, Yvolution.   "Our go-karts are designed to help kids develop their steering and control gross motor skills while offering a real racing experience whether they are a beginner or a more advanced rider."

The Y Kart Rocker offers kids the most extreme go-kart experience yet. This pedal kart is completely kid-powered and features Yvolution's patented Lean-to-Steer technology allowing kids to carve easily around the tightest corners.  They simply steer by swaying their body from side to side. The Y Kart Rocker has a sleek, light-weight frame with a low, adjustable racing-style bucket seat, for increased maneuverability and a whole new riding experience.  Its wide all-terrain tires make it perfect for off-roading adventures virtually anywhere. It features a quick-stop back pedal brake and anti-vibration rubber hand grips giving kids the enhanced control they need to have a safe and comfortable, yet wild ride. 

Check out the Y Kart Rocker in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYg2P1sWQ_k

The Y Kart Explorer is a fun, fast, kid- powered three-wheeled beginner go-kart that features an innovative rear-wheel steering system for easy maneuverability giving kids total control and stability while they ride.  It's rugged, super strength extra wide front tires allow for a fast, smooth ride anywhere kids want to go while the quick-stop back pedal brake makes it easy and safe to stop. The Y Kart Explorer also has an adjustable racing-style seat for a comfortable fit and light weight construction that allows for easy travel.

Y Kart Rocker
Ages 5+ (max weight 165 lbs.). Available in red or pink. MSRP: $249.99. 

Y Kart Explorer
Ages 5+ (max weight 110 lbs.). Available in blue. MSRP: $149.99. 

About Yvolution
Headquartered in Ireland with offices in Torrance, CA, Yvolution is an active lifestyle company dedicated to making fun, innovative, high-quality and safe wheeled products.  Since 2009, Yvolution has launched new products successfully in more than 40 countries worldwide. Its award-winning Y Fliker scooter was one of the hottest and hardest to find toys when introduced in the U.S. in 2012, and continues to be the company's best-selling product range.  Yvolution is also known for its three-wheeled, Y Glider scooters, which feature its patented "Lean to Steer" technology and with the launch of the Y Velo line, Yvolution is revolutionizing how kids will learn how to ride bikes.  The company's global product portfolio includes ride-ons, balance bikes, two and three-wheeled scooters, go-karts, trick scooters and skateboards, offering toddlers through teens the opportunity to experience Life through Motion™ at every stage. 
For more information, please visit www.Yvolution.com, www.Facebook.com/YvolutionWorld, www.Twitter.com/YvolutionWorld, or www.YouTube.com/YvolutionWorld.

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