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

Green Toys Fire Truck by GREEN TOYS INC.

Designed to save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Green Toys Fire Truck is solidly constructed from 100-percent recycled plastic milk containers and has no metal axles. It includes a sturdy extendable ladder that rotates 360 degrees and two removable side ladders. The truck contains no BPA, PVC or phthalates, and is packaged using only recycled and recyclable materials.  Made in California.
—  Joe Mitchell, owner of YoYo Joe’s Toys & Fun in Wilmington, Del., called the Green Toys Fire Truck a “slam dunk” at ASTRA 2010.
Awards: Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products - 2010 6/25/2010 (Price: $24.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

CARS Ramone's House of Body Art Color Shifters Playset by MATTEL INC.

These cars, based on film character favorites Lightning McQueen, Mater and Ramone, change color when dipped in water. For more organized car customization, the CARS Color Changers auto body shop playset allows boys to easily change the paint job of their CARS Color Changers vehicles.
— Michelle Bears, owner of The Toy Store in Highlands, N.C., told TDmonthly in late Spring 2011 that she sells about 20 Disney Cars licensed products each month. 6/23/2010 (Price: $22.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

TRON Core Vehicle by SPIN MASTER TOYS

These detailed replica vehicles light up when a TRON action figure is placed inside the the light cycle. Each Core Vehicle comes with an action figure. 6/22/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Strawberry Shortcake Berry Sweet Roadster by HASBRO INC.

This pink convertible has a scented steering wheel and comes with a Strawberry Shortcake figure, dress, hat, map and suitcase accessories. 6/21/2010 (Price: $14.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Hot Wheels Tub Racers Playset by MATTEL INC.

This aquatic playset works in the tub and on land. The floating island with a clear bottom features several water play activities including a spiral car launching ramp, a water squirter and a trap door. 6/21/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Take-A-Part Airplane by BATTAT INC.

This battery-powered 25-piece set lets kids build an take apart a miniature airplane. 21 vehicle parts and a power screwdriver with three different bits are included. ( Watch Video) 6/16/2010 (Price: $18.45)

Jeep by COBI S.A.

Children can build a realistic miniature army Jeep with this 100-block set. ( Watch Video) 6/16/2010 (Price: $20.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Pullback Fighter Jets by DARON WORLDWIDE TRADING

A variety of designs are available in this pullback fighter jet collection from Daron.
— Katie Harris, manager of Key West Toy Factory in Key West, Fla., listed these planes as best sellers in May 2010. “Boys love to collect them,” she told TDmonthly. “They are affordable and fun toys that fit in any suitcase.”
— In a August 2014 survey, two out of 10 retailers told TDmonthly that die-cast planes were one of their best-selling die-cast toys. 5/27/2010 (Price: $6.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Amtrak Three Piece Set by WHITTLE TOY COMPANY

This wooden set contains the Amtrak F-40 engine and two Superliner cars. All Whittle Train toys are designed for use on Brio and Thomas track systems. "Our products are crafted with the highest quality of artwork and components. Attention to detail and safety are hallmarks of the Whittle Toy Company and these principles are incorporated into everything we make, right here in the USA," Owner Mike Whitworth told TDmonthly. 5/20/2010 (Price: $52.49) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

1:64 Auction Block Series 12 by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

In a limited production run of 3,500 units, these authentic replicas of cars sold at auction feature opening hoods, detailed engines, real rubber tires, a metal body and chassis, detailed graphics and custom license plates. They are officially licensed by their respective automobile companies. "Each car has its own story of survival and accomplishments, bound to make any car enthusiast passionate," Marketing Coordinator Allie Rudd of Greenlight Collectibles told TDmonthly. 5/14/2010 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

My Little Pony Family Convertible by HASBRO INC.

Girls can join little Pinkie Pie and her mom for a fun-filled adventure with the My Little Pony Family Convertible vehicle. This colorful pink and purple car features blue and yellow embossed balloons and a comfy car seat, and includes a grocery bag, lunch pail and travel "coffee cup." While supplies last, the playset comes complete with a 20 minute My Little Pony animated DVD. Launch date: Spring 2010. 5/4/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Littlest Pet Shop Paw Powered Cruiser Playset by HASBRO INC.

Girls can join their favorite pets in the Littlest Pet Shop collection on a fun-filled road trip with the Littlest Pet Shop Paw Powered Cruiser playset. The first-ever vehicle in the Littlest Pet Shop line features seating for six pets including a working swing and "real" spinning hamster wheel. Pets can even enjoy the 360-degree view from the top of the vehicle as they ride in the adorable rotating basket. The Littlest Pet Shop Paw Powered Cruiser playset  includes an exclusive hamster pet. Launch date: Spring 2010. 4/30/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Erector Build & Play Fire Truck by SCHYLLING

Complete with wheels and flexible parts, this set allows children to build a fire truck and five other models. 4/20/2010 (Price: $49.99)

1:18 2010 Shelby Mustang by GreenLight Collectibles LLC

This Shelby GT500 is ready to take it to the track with a 5.4-liter, 32-valve, 540 horsepower V8 engine with 6-speed manual transmission, new aluminum wheel options and leather bucket seats. These replicas boast first-time GreenLight details including a hood prop, realistic hood hinges, multi-part lights, exquisite trunk detail, the “Premium” Interior package, cloth seat belts and flocked floors/trunk. The Shelby is available in Grabber Blue with White Stripes and Torch Red with Oxford White Stripes. Allie Rudd, Sales and Marketing Coordinator at GreenLight Collectibles, told TDmonthly, "To date, these beauties flaunt the most detailed engines GreenLight has ever offered." Launch date: Apr. 2010. 4/14/2010 (Price: $59.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Calico Critters - Convertible Coupe by INTERNATIONAL PLAYTHINGS LLC

This convertible allows up to six Calico Critters to travel around Cloverleaf Corners in style. The set includes 3 Whisker Cats, detachable luggage and 2 detachable baby seats with safety straps. The convertible's tires and wheel both rotate. Launch date: 2010. 4/6/2010 (Price: $49.99)

Nano Mountain Transport by IDL MOTORS

Encased in the hand blown glass dome is a mountain with tiny taxis and buses circling on an oval track. Propulsion technology moves the miniature pieces along a very narrow track; and in this case, Pseudo Random Electronics Control causes the vehicles to stop periodically and move at varying speeds. The product features a resin base with a burl wood finish, plus non-scratch felt pads. ( Watch Video) 3/30/2010

Hot Wheels Stealth Rides by MATTEL INC.

Mattel has launched the first foldable, credit car size, R/C cars - The Hot Wheels Stealth Rides. The line features five models, including Batman's Tumbler and 2 tanks. Stealth Rides are compact and fit perfectly into a child's pocket. At a push of a button, the cars transform into a remote-control vehicle.
Awards:  2010 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Toy Award, Platinum. ( Watch Video) 3/24/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Woody Click Vehicle Transportation by HAPE

This natural wood car transporter can tote two chunky vehicles and load and unload them for endless imaginary adventures with its driver Woody Click.  A water based paint adds bright colors to playtime that begins with building the vehicles first and then play. It won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award in 2006. ( Watch Video) 3/23/2010 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Automoblox T900 Truck by AUTOMOBLOX

Complete with interchangeable parts like the rest of the Automoblox collection, the T900 features a chrome grill and bumpers, all-terrain tires on chrome wheels, and an overall sleek, sporty design.
— Four of 38 specialty retailers named Automoblox as a top-selling wooden toy in February 2010. "Automoblox do really well," said Stacy Solie of Leapin' Lizards Toy Co. in Bend, Ore., citing sales of about 2 dozen per month. 2/22/2010 (Price: $45.00) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

ATV Pull Back Vehicle by ESCO TOYS

3.5" plastic ATV with pull back action and assorted colors. Each comes in its own 4"x3" window box. Also includes display. 2/18/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

WEEbabu Wedgits Flocked Blocks by Rubbabu by IMAGABILITY

This set comes with five blocks and a rolling car that are made of natural rubber with nylon flocking. Watch Weebabu WEDGiTS: Top-5 Video, Toy Fair 2010 2/17/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Cars Toons Frightening McMean by MATTEL INC.

Cars Toons Frightening McMean by MATTEL mixes monster trucks, wrestling, and the Disney/Pixar film “Cars” into one fun package. In the Cars Toons shorts (currently shown on Disney Channel, Disney XD and Disney.com), the tow truck Mater tells tall tales that inevitably get his friend Lightning McQueen into some sort of jam. This toy features Lightning in his Frightening McMean monster truck wrestling persona. Frightening has push and play action, giant wheels, and authentic phrases. Launch date: August 2010. 2/16/2010 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Streamline Car by VILAC

This wooden car has a sleek design and measures 20 cm long. 2/16/2010 [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Chuck My Talking Truck by PLAYSKOOL

Fun and fully-motorized vehicle toy plays over 40 phrases and sounds. When you lift his dump bed, press his bumper or press his top and he drives when you call him. Vehicle comes with storybook. Bumper moves and dump bed wiggles. 2010 TOTY Award Winner. 2/15/2010 (Price: $39.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Stanley Street Sweeper by WOW TOYS

When it comes to keeping the streets clean, Stanley is the best there is; his big rubbery brushes don’t miss a thing!  His driver Jason keeps him company as he cheerfully works the high street.  Push him along to see his brushes automatically rotating and spin the rubbish panels to sort the rubbish. The toy features automatic rotating rubber brushes, spin and match the rubbish panels and a removable driver. Launch date: January 2010. ( Watch Video) 2/1/2010