For the first time, Mattel, Inc.’s brand Hot Wheels and Formula 1 are partnering to bring the sport’s fans a full range of its products. The new product line from the two iconic brands will feature F1 Teams and bring the thrill of F1 races to a 1:64 scale to deliver a brand-new way for automotive enthusiasts to play and collect, allowing kids and adults to celebrate their passion for racing with Hot Wheels.
The first product drop is an exclusive, one-of-a-kind collector die-cast, now available on Mattel Creations. This limited-edition Formula 1 car, adorned with a special Hot Wheels racing livery to celebrate the partnership, is a true collector’s item. It features bespoke Real Rider wheels with interchangeable tyres, a full-metal body and chassis, and a new F1 casting. The Hot Wheels F1 die-cast also features the number 68 on the nose, a playful nod to the year Hot Wheels debuted. Inspired by the Hot Wheels’ Original 16′ designs, the car comes in a collector’s ‘Kar Keepers’ clamshell case, delivering the ultimate collector and racing fan experience.
Roberto Stanichi, Executive VP of Hot Wheels & Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel, said:
Hot Wheels has always been about nurturing the challenger spirit, so the partnership with Formula 1 is a natural and exciting fit. It will bring together two of the largest global fan communities to share their passion for cars and racing. In collaboration with Formula 1, we have created a program that allows kids to replicate the thrill of F1 racing, where they can drive like the pros and engage with our loyal communities on a global scale. Like us, F1 is all about the thrill and car performance, and the broad collection we’ve created will take F1 fandom to the next level, along with additional consumer touchpoints like digital and retail activations.
Sold in more than 150 countries, Hot Wheels Single 1:64 Assortment was the number one item sold across all toys globally in 2023. Formula 1, the greatest sports and entertainment spectacle and the most popular racing series on the planet, is joining the Hot Wheels family. With more than 700 million fans and 24 races, the FIA Formula One Championship features the world’s best drivers competing at more than 200mph on iconic and challenging circuits around the globe. The sport, which celebrates
Its 75th anniversary is next year, and it is established as the pinnacle of speed, design, and innovation.
Emily Prazer, chief commercial officer of Formula 1, said:
The exciting collaboration will bring together the adrenaline of motor racing and the excitement of toy cars and provide opportunities to see the fine details that go into an F1 car, all in the palm of your hand. It’s more than just a partnership; it’s a celebration of speed, creativity and innovation that will bring fans a new way to engage with the sport.
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Following the initial product drop, the multi-year collaboration between Hot Wheels and Formula 1 is set to expand throughout the 2025 season and beyond. This long-term commitment ensures that fans can look forward to a continuous stream of innovative products and experiences that celebrate the thrill of F1 racing and the iconic brand.
