Analog can only fit two cars on a track at a time and is limited to some of the features of digital, to race more than 2 cars you would need another set of track and controllers, Digital can have up 6 cars as well as have lane changing all on the same track, pitting and fueling, as well as braking

Sorry, but this video is correct, see below a copy paste from the oficial Carrera FAQ: Can Digital 132 cars also be run in analogue mode, that is on an Evolution circuit? Yes; by pushing down the plunger on the hand-held control set 3 times, Digital 132 cars can be re-set to analogue for the Evolution circuit. According to direction of running, it may also be necessary to change over the switch on the underside of the car

@@guillermomora6178 the switch is not specifically for polarity the way it is for evolution models. It’s a digital to analog switch on the 132 cars. At least that’s what Dave from slot car news official stated in a previous video. And he’s an ex carrera employee

Maybe because it's a usb track?

Scalextric miles behind the times. Their tracks dont sell so good anymore. The weight difference isnt that big a deal....not everybody is racing these things to make a living,

yes if you trim the guide (carrera often comes with a guide extra for other tracks) but dont expect Scalextric speed ;-)

Yes if you trim the guide just use a sharp hobbyknife (carrera often comes with a guide extra for other tracks) but dont expect Scalextric speed ;-)

@@johnnyfuglestad349 I did cut it down. I used a hot Stanley knife and a little bit of light grade sandpaper. Did thd job. Are Carrera cars slower generally?

@@culfy118 yes carrera is very solid- great for kids, but heavy and slow compared to scalextric-wich in turn is slower than NSR, Slot it and revo slot. as for real cars you get what you are willing to pay. of the mainstream (cheap)manufacttures scalextric is generaly fastest.

@@johnnyfuglestad349 thanks

Collectors! Collectors care about the container very much. New in the box is worth much more than bashed and thrashed about.

So do it. But they usually heavier and won’t work on the scalextric digital

So would those other brands work with the Scalextric digital track?

@@X-Prime123 They will fit on the track but you will need to buy and fit a digital chip.

Carrera makes real tracks, scalextric needs a major redesign. Flimsy and narrow,wont take 1/24 cars. Dont have all the features the carrera tracks have. It matters that's why carrera sells so well. Real slot cars would be a slot.it if your going racing.

The only other cars I know of that have this are Carrera Exclusiv and Carrera digital cars when on a digital track

Do what I did, I got both, problem solved.

Eddie de Beer why you would change to Carrera?

symbian1530 : long answer to a quick question :) My thoughts, subjectively of course ... While I love Scalextric, I think Carrera has the digital thing so much better organised. They evolved into digital format seamlessly, as indicated by their 132 racing track system. Apart from a variety of lane changers, the functionality of their cars and CU have been designed from the ground up. In comparison, Scalextric have been scrambling to catch up, experiencing endless delays with their ARC system. Everything still smacks of digital being an “add-on”. The contrast is quite stark when viewing videos of both systems in action. The Carrera cars, with the ability to turn lights on when stationery and brake lights (essential for accident-free racing IMO) just seem so much more real. The variety of track designs, including corner lane changers that simulates racing lines, are seemingly endless. I have loved Scalextric since getting my first set in 1967, but they let their advantage slip for too many years and now are scrambling to catch up. It is difficult to find certain pieces, even simple ones such as straight track borders (apparently produced only in limited runs whenever they are able to do so). Scaley had fantastic track pieces in the past (such as that glorious Goodwood chicane that I had save up for monts to be able to buy), not to mention endless track-side goodies. While I race only ARCPro now, I still own all my tracks (including the Goodwood chicane) and 52 cars (most in mint condition) collected over the past 60 years. I applaud Scalextric for trying its best to get back to where it once was ... I just hope it is not too late. I support them whenever possible by buying new cars and following them on social media, but they are facing an uphill struggle.

@@edteach3r I disagree, the arc pro works well and it a good system. The carrera digital is hard to purchase in most countries. Scalextric is literally everywhere.

@@iflyrcmike you both make different points, but both are correct. it is easier to get into Scalextric due to higher availability, I also feel Scalextric is more varied as has more options, but Carrera is better quality, Scalextric cars should come with metal wheels and bushes, it's annoying that they don't and you have to swap them out to make the cars more decent to run or race. I like the OP I have had Scalextric since I was a kid, and if I was to start again I would search out Carrera instead and only purchase a few of the Scalextric cars and convert and tune them. I do race digital Scalextric sets and I will upgrade to ARC when I can be bothered to shell out the £550 quid for the platinum set, but as I have all the previous digital gear, I'm in no rush to do this as my digital set is very adequate. I have the left and right hand pitlane sets, display panel, 6 car starting grid, and refuel pit stop timer etc... and you don't need an app to play it, so I feel it's more accessible and quicker to start racing.