The best motor driver for a robot car depends on stall current, not the small current number printed on a motor listing.
The best motor driver for a robot car depends on stall current, not the small current number printed on a motor listing. Measure or estimate stall current, then choose a driver with real headroom.
For small TT motor cars, TB6612FNG and DRV8833 are usually better than L298N.
For small TT motor cars, TB6612FNG and DRV8833 are usually better than L298N. For scooter, wheelchair or large rover motors, move to BTS7960-class drivers or proper motor controllers.