TDmonthly's ToyFair 2006 Preview--Vehicles - Small Toy Product Category

BBurago Gold – Jaguar "E" Coupe Hard Top (1961) by TOY WONDERS INC.

This 1:18-scale die-cast collectible model car measures 9.5" L x 3.5" W x 2.25" H and has an openable hood, doors and trunk. It features Italian design, comes in gray, and is individually packed in a window box. It is manufactured by BBurago. Box size: 12" L x 7.25" W x 5" H. Launch date: June 21, 2007. 7/2/2007 (Price: $25.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Vehicles by ADVENTURE PLANET: A BRAND OF RHODE ISLAND NOVELTY

Take your adventure outdoors with our Safari Vehicles, Quad Racers, Mini Jeeps, Motorcycles, Rovers, Trailers, and Vehicle exploration sets. 7/2/2007

Polly Pocket Polly Wheels Doll & Vehicle by MATTEL INC.

These candy-colored stylin’ mini Polly Wheels come with a mini-sized doll and are the first-ever die-cast vehicles designed just for girls. There are 50 different collectible cars available. Launch date: January 2007. 6/25/2007 (Price: $2.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Custom Car by RIDEMAKERZ

This line allows customers to make one-of-a-kind play automobiles by choosing and accessorizing a car or truck style. Options include body style, paint, tires, wheels, lights, sounds, accessories, decals and remote control and more. Special packages, such as a deluxe “Muscle Kit,” are also available. The vehicles are approximately 1:18 scale and measure 10” to 12” long. Retail price for a completed car ranges from $12 to $28. 6/5/2007

Die-Cast Pull-Back Bus by SCHYLLING

Children love the idea of having their own 8-1/2” school bus. This die-cast vehicle has a pull-back motor for pull-back-and-go action, as well as a working stop sign and swinging doors. "Schylling carries around 50 die-cast vehicles, and the large school bus is one of the best sellers," said Stephen Medina of Schylling Toys.
— “[Schylling’s] die-cast school bus,” Marilyn Walker, owner of Play Fair Toys in Boulder, Colo., told TDmonthly, when asked to name the best-selling die-cast in her store. “We sell hundreds each year.”
— Six of 34 retailers TDmonthly spoke with in spring 2007 agreed that Schylling is hot in die-cast. Nine of 55 specialty retailers who spoke with TDmonthly in May 2008 singled out school buses as their best-selling die-cast vehicles.
— Marc Slotin, owner of My Imagination Station in Spartanburg, S.C., told TDmonthly in a Summer 2011 survey that die-cast school buses were among his best-selling die-cast toys. 5/22/2007 (Price: $3.99)

2006 Chevy Corvette Z06 by JADA TOYS INC.

Jada Toys' newest rendition of America's premier sports car is the 2006 Chevy Corvette Z06, also known the "The Supercar Killer." The 1:24-scale Big Time Muscle Chevy Corvette Z06 comes in four colors: black, victory red, velocity yellow and candy blue. It’s a must-have for all Vette lovers. Launch date: Late June 2007. 5/15/2007 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ERTL JoyRide - "The Fast And The Furious" Saleen Ford Mustang Hard Top by TOY WONDERS INC.

"The Fast & The Furious" 2003 Ford Saleen Mustang Hard Top. Joy ride. 1:18 scale diecast collectible model car. This 2003 Ford Saleen Mustang is a 9.25"L diecast with openable doors, hood & trunk, workable steering, and detailed engine & components. Sits on a display stand. This 03 Ford Mustang is manufactured by American Muscle. RC2 Brands. 33682 in RED color. 5/15/2007 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Jada Toys D-Rods - Ford Pick Up by TOY WONDERS INC.

1:24 scale diecast pick-up. This pickup is 8" x 3.5"W x 2.5"H die cast car with opening doors, hood & pick up bed cover. D RODS Rims: Babymoon Disc. Manufactured by Jada Toys. Also known as D-Rod D Rod D Rods D Rodz DRod DRodz DRods D-ROD$ D-ROD$. 4 pcs per display box. 16 pcs/inner. 90718 in assorted colors. 5/15/2007 (Price: $17.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wooden Magnetic Vehicle Series by JACK RABBIT CREATIONS INC.

These magnet vehicles come in five styles, equipped with seven playmate characters.  Each double-sided character can stand alone for imaginative play, or attach to vehicles or other characters, due to the super-strong and strategically placed magnets.  For example, the poodle can ride the elephant on the circus truck and the surfer family can Hang Five on the surfboards.  Each truck has a friendly dog pal that comes along for the action.  Launch Date: Fire truck and School bus — August 2006; Surfer, Circus and Farm — March 2007.
― Donna Bliss of My Miracle Baby.com cited Jack Rabbit as one of the best vendors in spring 2007. 5/4/2007 (Price: $32.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hydrocar (FCJJ-20) by HORIZON FUEL CELL TECHNOLOGIES PTE. LTD.

This space-age-looking follow-up to Horizon’s H-Racer fuel-cell toy uses the next generation of “polymer electrolyte membrane-base fuel cell” to power it to fast-driving fun. Yet another demonstration by Horizon of the shape of fuel to come, the Hydrocar’s new technology operates at a lower temperature and lower pressure than previous fuel cells, making it a safer technology if it were to be used in full-sized automobiles (or neighborhood energy infrastructures). Since this little car only turns after it bumps into things, it’s probably a good thing it’s not going to go all Hindenburg on us. 5/2/2007 (Price: $85.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Speed Rally ProBuilder® PredorX Turbo SRA by MEGA BRANDS

This is a great build for the Rally Racing fan. Each Speed Rally ProBuilder PredorX Turbo SRA comes in collectible tin packaging for storage and display. Each car includes rubber wheels, a removable spoiler, an opening bonnet (hood) and alternative suspension adjustment. “Each set includes a 125-plus-piece ProBuilder construction, which offers a challenging build and detailed styling,” Carine Sroujian, marketing and communications supervisor for Mega Brands, told TDmonthly. This product received the 2007 Oppenheim Best Toy Award, Gold Seal. 4/18/2007 (Price: $14.99)

Garbage Truck - Green by BRUDER TOYS AMERICA INC.

This garbage truck features a trash compactor and a back end that tilts up to dump the truck contents. Each truck features tread tires and two small trash bins. “This toy is fully functional and designed to be used just like the truck in real life. This kind of classic play pattern allows for open-ended play that encourages children to think creatively and use their imagination. The basic controls and actions of the truck will need to be learned by younger children, giving them a chance to watch themselves succeed,” Noah McKiernan of Bruder Toys told TDmonthly. Launch date: 2003.
— Michelle Deutschmann, owner of Kaleidoscope Toys in Falmouth, Mass., told TDmonthly that Bruder has been a best seller ever since she opened her toy store.
— Lynn Robillard told TDmonthly in summer 2007 that the second best-selling line at her store, Toys in the Attic in Manchester, Vt., is Bruder trucks, which customers like because they are plastic and can be left outside.
— “Big, beautiful trucks from Bruder [are] going to make great Christmas gifts,” Rick Henry of Stellabella Toys in Cambridge, Mass. told TDmonthly. 2/23/2007 (Price: $65.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Panzer III H Eastern Front by ADMIRAL TOYS

The new paint technique and weathering makes this tank look like it just rolled off the Eastern Front. These 1:72-scale tanks are made of 90 percent metal. The quality that they can achieve with metal puts their models a step above the competition. 2/6/2007 (Price: $18.49)

Custom Rods Set by CARRERA

The cars are based on the most popular models from 1934 and 1941. Each model will be available in 1:24 and 1:32 scale, as well as 1:32 digital – Carrera is the only slot car manufacturer to have them in 1:32 and 1:24 scale. And each model will feature one of three designs, ranging from aggressive paint jobs to exposed chrome engine blocks, headers, and exhaust. These distinctively styled cars feature in-demand colors and are the coolest models in the market. Launch Date: Spring 2006
— This set is popular with adults at Amazing Toys in Great Falls, Mont. “One guy bought a set the other day ostensibly for his 6-year-old daughter, but you know he was going to play with it,” said Owner David Campbell. 1/12/2007 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cars Fast Talkin' Lightning McQueen Vehicle by MATTEL INC.

This large-scale car has animated eyes and a vinyl-animated mouth so he can talk to kids. Program him to perform 14 stunts and tricks. 12/7/2006 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Monster Truck Custom Shop by CREATIVITY FOR KIDS

Children can customize their own fleet of awesome monster trucks. Four different trucks come ready to decorate with stickers and paint. Just pull them back and watch them race, roll and flip. Launch date: Winter 2006. 12/7/2006 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Wild Safari Adventure Truck™ by SAFARI LTD.®

Take a ride on the wild side with Safari's new Wild Safari Adventure Truck. Constructed of extra strong ABS plastic, this truck gets you where you want to go with oversized tires that really turn. All doors open and close and the cage is removable for added play value. This truck was designed for the ever-popular Wild Safari jungle animal series. Comes packaged in a bright and colorful gift box and measures 10" long x 4" wide x 5" high. 8/7/2006 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Derby Truck by SAFARI LTD.®

Arrive in style and comfort with Safari's new Derby Truck. Constructed of extra strong ABS plastic for years of creative play. All doors and the gate open and close. Extra large tires rotate to get kids where they want to go. Designed to pull the Safari Derby Horse Trailer. Comes packaged in a bright and colorful gift box. Size: 10" x 4" x 5" high. 8/7/2006 (Price: $20) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Derby Trailer by SAFARI LTD.®

This authentic horse trailer is constructed of extra strong ABS plastic for years of creative play. All doors and the gate open and close. The top of the trailer comes off for added play value. Designed to hold two of our Winners Circle or Safari Farm Horses.Comes packaged in a bright and colorful gift box. Size: 10" x 4" x 5" high. 8/7/2006 (Price: $20) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Kimi Raikonnen's McLaren Mercedes F1 2005 by HORNBY

This amazing slot car replica of Kimi Raikonnen’s F1 winning McLaren Mercedes 2005 zips so fast, it’s almost too quick to see. At 1:32 scale, it’s a slot car racer’s dream machine. “This phenomenal racing set is suitable for anyone between the ages of 6 to 60. It develops hand-to-eye coordination and brings out the competitive edge in kids,” said Russell Sheldon, vice president of Emirates Airlines, the original sponsors of the real racing cars. 8/1/2006 (Price: $42.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

1956 Ford F-100 Pick up Truck by MODEL POWER

This is a black colored 1:87 die-cast vehicle model of a 1956 Ford F-100 Pick up Truck. 7/20/2006 (Price: $4.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MAN Fire Engine by BRUDER TOYS AMERICA INC.

Kids can come to the rescue with this realistic fire engine. Made of high quality plastic, this truck has tons of bells and whistles for endless imaginative play. Features include a tilting cab that reveals the detailed engine, folding mirrors, a light and sound siren module, an extendible ladder mounted on a turntable with a basket for play figures to stand in, stabilizer legs that store in the back, plus a roll-up fire hose that really shoots a powerful stream of water. This truck has been riding to the rescue on retailers’ shelves since 2000. 4/12/2006 (Price: $60.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

MicroDRIVERZ™ R/C RODZ™ - The World's Smallest Remote-Control Car! by GEOSPACE INTERNATIONAL

The World’s Smallest Remote Control Racer! Hit the infrared remote control FORWARD switch and watch the R/C RODZ™ car zoom across the floor or even smooth rugs at realistic scale speeds. Turn by pushing the REVERSE switch and then hit FORWARD again and watch it go! Collect all 4 cars and race simultaneously, since each color vehicle has its own infrared channel. Or have a demolition derby competition. The Transmitter is also an ink pen, and includes built-in storage for the racer. Size of “Micro” Racer is just over an inch long! No charging is required! Four extra batteries included. 1/6/2006 (Price: $15.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]