Route 66 News, the one stop source for Route 66 related news, reports that Mattel today unveiled a line of toys inspired by the upcoming Pixar movie, Cars.
Business Wire says that the toys will be on display at the American International Toy Fair in New York City.
R66N also says that Cheech Marin, the voice of Ramone in the film will also be there.
This news release has some information on the toys: –
– CARS Fast Talkin’ Lightning McQueen™ Vehicle: With animated eyes and vinyl-animated mouth, it’s the ultimate interactive toy inspired by the upcoming Disney/Pixar movie, CARS. Kids can talk to Lightning McQueen™ and program him to do up to 15 outrageous stunts and tricks, and “say” more than 30 fun phrases.
R66N also says that Leapfrog Enterprises announced it is going to have a “Cars” Leapster learning product on shelves in the fall.
And lastly, the Cars toys should be in stores by March or sooner, with the rest coming in May said a P.R. from the toy show that R66N talked too.
Be sure to check out their site. It’s very cool and is up to date on the latest Cars news.
Last modified: February 10, 2006