How to start  outdoor dodgem ride business？Proper planning of bumper car business is very important. As a classic amusement ride, bumper car is a hit in amusement park, square, theme park, etc. It is not only loved by children, but also by adults. Therefore, it is a profitable project. If you have no idea about how to start a bumper cars business, don’t worry, we will help you.

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Four steps to help you start your own dodgems business

Determine the venue

You should first think about where you will start your bumping cars business. Is it just a bumper car business or combined with other amusement equipment. Shopping malls, shopping malls, plazas, amusement parks, or other places with high passenger flow. The venue will be directly related to your income status.  Usually, we recommend amusement park, theme park, etc. In addition, talking about the area occupied by the entire bumper car, we think 200 square meters is the most appropriate amount. And then you can buy 10 bumper cars for the entire venue. In addition, you can also start your own business at Entertainment Venues due to its large passenger flow.

Determine your audience.

Your target audience is kids, adults or parent-child, etc. For different age group, there are different styles dodgems ride. According to current market research, children’s bumper cars and parent-child dodging cars are more popular. And you can see them in the right column.

Determine what type of bumper cars to buy

There are battery powered bumper car, ground grid bumper car, and inflatable bumper car, etc. Usually, ground grid bumper car is more expensive than the other two dashing cars. But the cost of later maintenance is very little. If you have enough budget, you can choose floor net dashing cars. However, this kind of dashing cars can be run in certain places. So if you want to engage in instant business, you can purchase battery powered dodgems. It is moveable. What’s more, it is very easy to transport. As for inflatable bumper car, it is suitable for parent-child.

Contact reliable bumping car manufacturer

After you decide what kind of bumper car riders to buy, you can look for a professional bumper car manufacturer. Three principles. Firstly, look for experienced manufacturer. Secondly, focus on product quality and price. For example, protective device made of rubber has long service life. Thirdly, search for relevant qualifications of the manufacturer. Finally, you had better visit the factory. To check that whether it meets safety standards and are in good condition. Here I recommend Dinis amusement ride manufacturer. We are not only dodgems manufacturer, but also amusement park designer. More detailed information, just contact us.

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How to choose Right Type of Bumper Cars?

There are two common dodgem ride in Dinis. One is Battery-powered , another is ground-grid bumper car. Following are the detailed information about them.  

Battery-powered vs. Electric (ground-grid dodgem ride):

Battery-powered bumper cars: These are more flexible and can operate on any smooth surface (concrete, tarmac), making them ideal for mobile or temporary setups. So they are suitable for instant business. For example, Carnival, Fair, etc. What’s more, they are easier to maintain but require regular charging.

Electric bumper cars: These typically require a ground-grid or ceiling-grid setup, which is more complex and usually permanent. However, these cars are more powerful and offer longer ride durations. At the same time, they suitable for indoor playground, mall, etc.

 

Consider the size and design: Choose bumper cars that appeal to your target audience (children, families, or teenagers) and suit your budget. Also, pick designs that match the theme of your venue (classic, futuristic, etc.).

 

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Is it expensive to start the  outdoor bumper cars business?

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Starting a bumper car rides business is not an easy task. It requires consideration of many aspects, the most important of which is funding. If you want to start a bumper car business, it means you have enough money. But how much money do you need to prepare? We believe this is a question that many bumper car business owners need to consider. However, the capital required for different bumper car business scales is different. In addition to the price of the equipment itself, there are other expenses. Such as the cost of the site area, the salary of the employees, the cost of related certificates, etc.  Of course, these cost is different due to different countries. We do not do detailed calculations. And we only make an estimate for the bumper car ride.

We take a 500 square meter bumper ride site as an example to calculate the cost of battery bumper cars and ground grid bumper cars. Only the cost of the bumper cars themselves. Before we calculate the price, one thing we need to make clear is that a bumper car takes up about 30-50 square meters of space. So 500 square meters of space requires about 10 bumper cars.

 Battery Bumper Car

The price of a battery-powered bumper car is lower than that of a ground-powered bumper car. Normally, the price of each battery bumper car is about $1,000. However, if you buy in bulk, Dinis can give you a big discount and sell them for $900. So if you buy 10 bumper cars, it will cost you about $9,000. Renting a 500 square meter venue is different. You can make a rough estimate based on the economic development of your local area.

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Floor grid bumper cars

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For floor grid Kiddie Bumper Cars,  each floor grid bumper car costs about $1,200. So 10 bumper cars can cost over $10,000.00. Although the price is high, the subsequent maintenance costs are very low.  And we can say that ground grid bumper cars require almost no maintenance. Therefore, it can save your time, money, and energy.

In short, the above site area and bumper car price information is for your reference only. If you want to know how much it will cost to start a bumper car business, please tell us your site area and land rental situation. We will give you an estimate. 

Is it profitable for outdoor bumper car business? 

Yes, outdoor bumper car business s porditable. Based on our customer feedback and our market research, we have made an analysis of the monthly income table of the bumper car business for your reference only. What’s more, we can ensure that the bumper car business can pay back within two months and you will be in a profitable state from then on.

Bumper car monthly income analysis table

Income Source Amount(USD） Notes
Tickets Sales $10,000 Includes single-day ticket sales and package sales , with ticket prices ranging from $5-10 per ticket
Venue Rental $3,000 Renting out bumper car equipment to malla, amusement parks, or theme park
Event Hosting $2,500 Hosting birthday parties, group events, or corporate team-building activities
Seasonal events $4,000 Additional income during summer, winter, and holiday seasons.
Merchandise sales $1,500 Sales of bumper car-related merchandise
Food and beverage Sales $2,000 Providing simple food and beverage services
Total income $23,000 Sum of all income sources.

 

In summary, the bumper car business is profitable, so if you are considering buying a bumping car, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

How to run your outdoor bumper car dodgem business?

The success of your bumper car business is directly related to your profits, so you need to understand good business strategies. The most important thing is to have a unique marketing idea. Here are some specific ideas just for your reference.

  • Discounts: During some important festivals, you can offer discounts, such as half price for adults when families come to play, or free fees for those who bring their friends to play.

  • Advertising: Increase the visibility of your bumper car venue by advertising. Let more people know about your bumper cars to increase the flow of customers.

  • Partnerships: Work with local businesses, schools, and community organizations to build awareness and attract group bookings.

  • Membership Marketing: Encourage customers to renew their membership or sign up for an annual pass. Give members special discounts on bumper cars. And then you can retain long-term customers and bring you continuous profits, Know more information, please feel free to contact us know.

  • Bumper car rental:

    the bumper car business can also generate additional income through equipment rental. Some shopping malls, amusement parks or theme parks also rent bumper car equipment as entertainment projects to attract tourists, which brings additional income sources to the bumper car business.

    Undertake various activities： Meanwhile: you can also increase your income by holding birthday parties, group activities or corporate team building. These activities usually bring temporary additional income to the bumper car business, and also help to increase brand awareness and customer loyalty.

  • Undertake various activities： you can also increase your income by holding birthday parties, group activities or corporate team building. These activities usually bring temporary additional income to the bumper car business, and also help to increase brand awareness and customer loyalty.

Contact Dinis  outdoor bumper cars business manufacturer

Dinis is an professional amusement park bumper car ride manufacturer. It has almost 20 years production and export experience. After 20 years development, it has established itself as a leader in Chinese amusement ride industry. At the same time, it also won unanimous praise from our customers. Therefore, you can rest assure to buy our bumper car ride. What’s more, we provide free customization service for you. 12 months warranty and lifetime technical support. Want to know more information, please feel free to contact us by email.

Generally speaking, how to start outdoor bumper cars business, it is not an easy thing. You need to consider all aspects. Of course, you can also look for factories that engage in the planning and production of the bumper car. Have any interest, just contact us. How to start outdoor bumper car carnival ride business?  The above suggestions are for your reference only. In addition, you need to pay more attention to the material and other decorations. Such as, gorgeous LED lights, etc.