How Hot Wheels became 'the largest auto manufacturer out there
More than 16 cars are sold every second. But what does it take to make a tiny classic motor?
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Hot Wheels are one of the most inflation-proof toys in American history : NPR
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Celebrating 50 Years, Hot Wheels Legend Tour 2018 – Where Dreams Became A Reality – SIX SPEED BLOG
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50 lot of hot wheels
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This might be the most valuable Hot Wheels car in the world
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ADWEEK on X: Drive into the history of Hot Wheels, and learn how it became the fastest selling toy in America: / X
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Hot Wheels Rolls Out New Series Of Iconic Movie/TV Cars - Street Muscle
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The release of the Hot Wheels R30 Skyline is not surprising today, but still astonishing. – LamleyGroup
How Hot Wheels became 'the largest auto manufacturer out there
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Photos: Rating the most valuable Hot Wheels and Matchbox toy cars
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Mattel's Hot Wheels History - Where It All Started