History of Hot Wheels

This article provides the history of Hot Wheels.


 * 1968 - Hot Wheels are introduced by Mattel. Their first line of Hot Wheels included 16 models.
 * 1969 - Hot Wheels introduces 24 new models.
 * 1975 - Hot Wheels introduces motorcycles.
 * 1982 - Hot Wheels are first sold with Happy Meals at McDonalds. Also, the Hot Wheels productio nplant is moved to Malaysia.
 * 1983 - Real Riders are introduced. Mexico and France begin production of Hot Wheels.
 * 1985 - Hot Wheels first appear in Kellogg's cereal boxes.
 * 1987 - The first collector's convention was held in Toledo, Ohio.
 * 1990 - Hot Wheels helicopters are introduced.
 * 1995 - the Treasure Hunt series is introduced. Also, the Model Series and 4 car series are introduced; one new model and one series are released each month.
 * 1996 - the Model Series becomes the First Editions line.
 * 1998 - 40 First Editions are released.
 * 2000 - The Virtual Collection is introduced.
 * 2001 - 36 First Editions are released.
 * 2002 - 41 First Editions are released.
 * 2003 - 41 First Editions are released.
 * 2004 - 100 First Editions are released.
 * 2005 - 60 First Editions are released. For the first time, a 13th Treasure Hutn is released.
 * 2006 - 38 First Editions are released.
 * 2007 - 36 New Models (Renamed from First Editions) are released.