Having the gadgets is one thing. How often they use them is another.
My nephew LIVES on his XBox live and games like Halo. He is 11. His entire summer has been spent in his room on the games. Pathetic.
I honestly feel if he and his dad had a better relationship and ANY common interest things would be different. I think it comes down to parenting choices.
The games, computers, phones, friends....those will always be distractions. The bond we have with our kids is what matters.
Having projects like these cars is great, as long as the interest is mutual.
In this case it sure looks like a big hit for father & son. This will be really cool to see happen..