Scalextric Advance Touring Series: connect it to the app
Advance special: the Advance Touring Series set and how to connect it to the Scalextric app
If you are after a 1:32 scale digital slot car set that gives you proper racing at home, the Scalextric Advance Touring Series set is one of the most complete options in the current range. Overtaking, lane changing, refuelling and up to 9 cars on track, all managed from your mobile or tablet.
In this Advance special we look at what comes in the box, what the Advance 2.0 system adds and, above all, how to connect your set to the Scalextric app so you can time laps and set up races just like a Grand Prix.
What the Scalextric Advance Touring Series set is
The Touring Series is a 1:32 scale Scalextric digital Advance 2.0 set, with 6.4 metres of track in an elongated oval layout. It is ready to race from day one, with two competition touring cars with lights and wireless controllers.
The cars included are the Audi RS3 in DHL livery and J. Filippi’s Cupra León Competition, two very recognisable models for touring car fans.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Reference | E10539S500 |
| Scale | 1:32 |
| System | Scalextric Advance 2.0 (digital) |
| Track length | 6.4 m |
| Assembled size | 2.20 x 1.84 m |
| Cars included | Audi RS3 (DHL) and Cupra León Competition (J. Filippi), with lights |
| Controllers | 2 wireless controllers |
| Special track pieces | Lane change track and crossover track |
| Recommended age | 10+ years |
You can see the full product details at Scalextric Advance Touring Series set at Slot4ever.
Tip: measure your space before setting it up. At 2.20 x 1.84 m you will need a large table or a clear area on the floor, plus a little room to move around with the wireless controllers.
What Scalextric Advance 2.0 is and what it lets you do
Scalextric Advance is Scalextric’s digital system that does away with the control unit: cars and controllers pair directly, which makes set-up simpler. Version 2.0 improves sensitivity and car control during racing.
With the Touring Series and the Advance 2.0 system you can:
- Overtake and change lanes on the lane change sections, just like in a real race.
- Refuel in the pits if you add the Pit Lane accessory, which brings fuel consumption into play.
- Race with up to 9 cars at once on the same layout.
- Move freely around the track thanks to the wireless controllers.
- Connect the set to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth to manage your races.
How to connect your set to the Scalextric app, step by step
To connect the Touring Series to the app you need the Connect Bluetooth track piece, which is sold separately. This is the section that sends the track data to your mobile; without it the set still works in Advance mode, but without connectivity.
- Get the Connect Bluetooth track piece and add it to the layout as another straight.
- Download the official SCX App from Scalextric on your mobile or tablet (available for iOS and Android).
- Update to the latest version of the app before you start.
- Pair the cars and controllers from within the app. If you do not do it this way, you may run into issues such as laps or fuel not being counted.
- Set up the race: starting lights, number of laps, drivers and fuel tank.
- Place your mobile by the track as an information screen and it is green light!
What you can do with the Scalextric app
The SCX App turns your mobile into the race control centre, without needing to buy a separate lap counter or stopwatch.
- Digital garage: change cars and manage your vehicles.
- Lap counter and stopwatch: records laps and times, with fastest lap display in practice mode.
- Car settings: configure speed and braking, and check those values during the race.
- AI car: add an automatically controlled rival for solo practice.
- Fuel management: with the Pit Lane accessory, the cars use fuel and have to come into the pits.
Fancy going a step further? SmartRace is an independent app compatible with Scalextric Advance 2.0 that uses the same Bluetooth track piece and adds practice sessions, standings, circuit records and voice commentary.
Expand your Touring Series or convert your Scalextric Classic
The Touring Series is a brilliant base to build from. You can add straights, curves and more lane change sections to create more technical layouts. We give you some ideas in our guide How to expand a Scalextric Advance set.
Already have a Scalextric Classic set? You do not need to start from scratch. The Advance set conversion kit includes a lane change track piece, wireless controllers and two chips to adapt two of your Classic cars. Just add the track piece to your layout and change the chip and guide on each car.
Advance Touring Series FAQs
Does the Advance Touring Series set include the Bluetooth track piece?
No. The Connect Bluetooth track piece is bought separately. The set works on the Advance system without it, but you need it to connect to the app.
How many cars can race at the same time?
The Advance 2.0 system allows up to 9 cars to race at once. The box includes two: the Audi RS3 and the Cupra León Competition.
How much space do I need to set it up?
Once assembled it takes up 2.20 x 1.84 m, with a 6.4 m track layout.
Which mobiles is the Scalextric app available for?
The SCX App is available for iOS and Android from their official app stores.
Can I use my older Scalextric cars?
Yes, by adapting them with the Advance chip and guide, for example with the Advance set conversion kit.
Conclusion: your own Grand Prix in the living room
The Scalextric Advance Touring Series set brings together the best of digital slot racing: 6.4 m of track, lane changing, wireless controllers and two competition touring cars with lights. With the Connect Bluetooth track piece and the Scalextric app, every race gets timing, strategy and pit stops.
See the Advance Touring Series set at Slot4ever →
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