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Hot Wheels: Ask A Designer – Larry Wood

Last week the latest installment of Mattel’s “Ask a Designer” video series was released on the Official Hot Wheels YouTube channel, and this time around collectors got to have their questions answered by the legendary Larry Wood. Larry provided some great answers to many of the common questions I’ve heard collectors ask over the years [...]

Diecast Stories: Can you smell a Hot Wheels?

First let me preface this whole article by declaring that “Yes; I acknowledge that eBay [and its competitors] have revolutionized diecast selling!” There it’s out; so I don’t want anyone reminding me of this fact after you read the rest of this article. The point I will try to make is simply that I don’t [...]

In the Stores: M2 Machines (Apr/May 2011)

Here’s a look at some of the latest M2 Machines products that will be appearing in stores and online.* Found anything that isn’t on the list? Please submit it via the contact page, and we’ll update the list to your credit! The Promotions – Standard (492 pieces) and Chase (108 pieces) versions of the ‘49 [...]

Diecastspace Vending Machine to debut in Nashville

Collectors who regularly attend conventions are most likely familiar with Mattel’s popular Hot Wheels Vending Machine that has become a feature attraction over the years. Standing in a massive line of fellow diecast enthusiasts while waiting for a chance to see what mysterious Hot Wheels goodness will fall from the innards of the giant metal [...]

Hot Wheels: Fearless at the 500

This year marks the 100th-anniversary of the Indianapolis 500 and Mattel will be making its mark on the day with a spectacular stunt being coined as “Fearless at the 500". Approximately 1 hour before the start of the race, a custom built 1:1 scale vehicle will be released from a nine story, live size Hot [...]

Hot Wheels Billboard makes commuting fun!

Those who have to deal with a daily commute to and from work probably notice new billboards every now and then, but tend to ignore them as time goes on. However, citizens of Bogata, Columbia certainly won’t be able to ignore this amazing new life-sized loop-de-loop that was constructed on an overpass. The idea was [...]

In the Stores: Johnny Lightning (Mar/Apr 2011)

Here’s a look at some of the latest Johnny Lightning products that will be appearing in stores and online.* Found anything that isn’t on the list? Please submit it via the contact page, and we’ll update the list to your credit Forever 64 – Release 13: This release includes the ’69 Dodge Charger R/T, the [...]

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