App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car

The LEGO Technic App-Controlled Top Gear Rally Car, released in 2019, was developed through an official collaboration between the LEGO Group and the BBC's long-running automotive show, Top Gear. Designed as a functional remote-controlled model, it was intended to bridge the gap between traditional Technic construction and interactive play, allowing users to navigate the vehicle through the LEGO Technic Control+ app. The model features a distinct livery and stylized aesthetic that echoes the branding of the television program, aiming to capture the spirit of professional rally racing for a younger audience.

The reception of the set centered on its integration with the Control+ system, which provided users with multi-function controls and real-time feedback through a smartphone interface. While the design was praised for its aesthetic fidelity to rally styling, the technical execution of the app interface and its connectivity requirements became a significant point of discussion among the collector community. As part of the Technic line, the set remains a notable entry for its specific branding tie-in and its emphasis on motorized, software-integrated functionality.