If you’re a car fanatic and you enjoy building things, chances are you’re also an avid model car kit hobbyist—or want to try your hand at the DIY craft. The cooler months are the perfect time to dive ...

There’s a natural progression for most young gearheads, anxious to get their hands on totemic representation of the cars and trucks they covet, but are still too young to legally own. It usually ...

During his early childhood, this editor was what you'd call a sheltered child, and after Legos, his favorite hobby was building model kits. And even though this pastime isn't as popular today due to ...

He turned his family’s lumber business into a manufacturer of model kits that won global popularity for their quality and historical accuracy. By Martin Fackler and Kiuko Notoya Reporting from Tokyo ...

Explore the craftsmanship behind the Tamiya Opel Astra V8 Coupe Phoenix Edition, a detailed scale model kit admired by builders and collectors alike. This overview highlights its standout features, ...

A man once bought and completely dismantled a Porsche 911 just to ensure his plastic model kit captured every detail perfectly. This dedication to accuracy exemplified Shunsaku Tamiya's approach to ...

If you like crafty projects and tinkering with mechanical parts, building models kits is probably one of your hobbies. It’s satisfying to work with your hands on a model kit, plus you get to learn the ...

If you’re a car fanatic and you enjoy building things, chances are you’re also an avid model car kit hobbyist—or want to try your hand at the DIY craft. The cooler months are the perfect time to dive ...