No idea why it is International Harry Potter day today, Star Wars day on May 4th makes sense as does Mario Day on MAR10 – No matter, we welcome any ideas, conspiracy theories as to why. So, what it dos do its allow brands to anounce new Harry Potter stuff …
Read More »Kidult market set to soar in 2024
Recent data from those in the know and the fodder on offer at recent Toy Fair’s suggest that not only does the Kidult market have 25% of toy sales in the UK 9a little less on the continent) but that, with major manufacturers sitting up and paying attention it is …
Read More »Hornby Hobbies – New Scalextric sets and cars unveiled for 2024
A very busy week at Hornby Hobbies HQ with over 90 new products across #Hornby, #Scalextric, #Corgi and #Airfix announced, here’s our first batch featuring the Scalextric brand (more details HERE)
Read More »Everybody (b’dm) needs somebody (b’dm) – Scalextric slot is a must for anyone with a set
Stick this on the shelf and it’ll look good parked up, grab this set with included track extension pack with jump and side-swipes and add some chaos to your race. Get the film on the tellybox and make your way in the Bluesmobile to Chicago, a Dodge Monaco has never …
Read More »Get back on track with these Scalextric rides
As a group Hornby lifted themselves into a profit last year for the first time in almost a decade. People buying up train sets and Airfix kits to keep themselves sane, Scalextric tracks being dusted down and inspiring people to buy new track to extend their current figure …
Read More »The original (and the best) Back to the Future is 35 today
Couldn’t miss an opportunity to wish one of our favourite films a happy birthday, that 35 years has sped by so quick it’s like we had a Flux Capacitator suck up our backsides….Here’s a few items worth a share celebrating all things Marty and Doc:
Read More »Batman versus Joker Scalextric set – Play smart
Since their first meeting in 1940 the caped crusader and clown of crime have been sworn enemies, well of course they have, you ever seen Batman smile? This all new Scalextric Batman vs Joker set falls into the Spark Plug range and so has many tricks up its digital sleeve. …
Read More »Scalextric RCS brings smartphones to slot-racing
With Scalextric RCS, smart devices will allow owners a level of features never before seen in slot-racing.
Read More »Renault races electric cars on giant Scalextric track
What's the best way to promote your first-ever commercial electric car going on sale? Why, with a giant Scalextric track of course.
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