These are the first edition (or first occurrence) of a particular casting. Often times (for Hot Wheels), these are found in First Editions or New Models Series, but sometimes they are found without the “first edition” designation.
To understand the Pontiac Aztek, you kind of have to remember the early 2000s. Pontiac designed the SUV to be a crossover before “crossover” became a household name. Targeting young generation X’ers, this funky vehicle was to be the look of those chasing an active lifestyle. The versatile […]
In terms of experiencing the Hot Wheels brand beyond the actual diecast vehicles, the #Hot Wheels Legends Tour may be the best way to do so. The in-person and virtual live-stream events pit custom 1:1 cars against each other at every event. Each event crowns a winner, and […]
Leave it to “Mad” Mike Whiddett to build another drift car. He has been doing that for years… This time, #Mad Mike sought out to complete his dream project of building the wildest drift car he could think of. In this build, he would also seek to build […]
Two new Hot Wheels #Jeeps debuted as #2023 New Models. Both were from the mind of Hot Wheels Designer — and #Off-Road Vehicle enthusiast — Phil Riehlman. Phil had spent several years as a design manager before returning to his roots as strictly a designer. His enthusiasm for […]
The 2023 Baja 1000 is currently underway, tracking through harsh desert terrain from La Paz, B.C. Sur to Ensenada, Baja California in Mexico. In the unforgiving hunting ground of your local retail store, Hot Wheels #Car Culture / Hyper Haulers came and went back in 2021. In that […]
Talk about an ultra-cool take on a classic car… the #Dwayne Vance Designed #Custom ’68 Camaro is now hitting the pegs where Hot Wheels are sold worldwide and it’s the epitome of the Hot Wheels brand. The refreshing fact is — now that we’ve seen a new #Camaro […]
The Hot Wheels #Roadkill collection was coming along nicely. A “before & after” Rotsun set, and the General Mayhem Charger — man, the family was good. Along comes “Stubby Bob” into the family gathering, and it’s like your crazy uncle showing up … uninvited. But then again, the […]
Hot Wheels of the Day ’18 Toyota 4Runner Hot Wheels Boulevard #36 RELEASE YEAR: 2021 • CASTING DESIGNER: Mark Jones As one of the most popular vehicles of today, the Hot Wheels #’18 Toyota 4Runner hit the pegs in 2021 as #36 in the current #Hot Wheels Boulevard […]
Hot Wheels of the Day LaFerrari HW City – Speed Team (2014 New Models) RELEASE YEAR: 2014 • CASTING DESIGNER: Phil Riehlman Once again, there are rumblings that Ferrari could be coming back to Hot Wheels in 2024. If Hot Wheels and Ferrari are able to strike a […]
There was a little purge in the OTD garage last weekend by getting rid of extras to make room for future purchases. In doing so — in going back through the collection — you can often find a treasured piece from years ago. I often do. The latest […]
ORANGE TRACK DIECAST 