The car is very nice to the touch - the Velcro fastened body can be removed and gently washed in lukewarm water. The car runs without batteries - a pull-back mechanism is used - pull it back and release. Vehicle makes a slight noise when shaken. The car is very fun to drive, at the same time encouraging the child to play and stimulating motor development - the child chases the departing car, squats to restart it. There are 3 different models available, each of which is sensory, cheerful and - thanks to its "rich interior" - provides a different acoustic effect: doggy - rattle; kitten - bell; bunny - pipe.