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We Got Super Into Toy Cars, Part Two: Rivalry and Nostalgia

Ridiculous History

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The History of Matchbox Cars in Japan

This week, we look at the rivalry between Hot Wheels and matchbox cars. Lesney Corporation is responsible for matchbox cars but they are in trouble right now. Johnny Lightning was also a toy car company that came to prominence during the '60s. They had a tie-in with Speed Racer which may be familiar to some of our fans.

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