The U.S. Postal Service is set to release a new collection of stamps celebrating Hot Wheels, the beloved die-cast cars that have captivated imaginations for five decades. This upcoming stamp release is a tribute to the enduring popularity and cultural impact of these iconic toy cars.
Hot Wheels, introduced by Mattel in 1968, quickly became a favorite among collectors and enthusiasts of all ages. The miniature cars, known for their vibrant colors, sleek designs, and realistic details, have sparked countless hours of imaginative play and fueled a passion for automobiles in generations of children and adults alike.
Each Hot Wheels stamp will show one of 10 different vehicles:
The Twin Mill (1969) features dual big-block engines.
Rodger Dodger (1974) is a classic muscle car with a giant engine bursting out of its hood.
Rocket-Bye-Baby (1971), which is equipped with a roof-mounted rocket.
The Sharkruiser (1987) is a carnivore on wheels that features fins, a tail, a sharp-toothed grille, and a V-8 engine.
Purple Passion (1990), a sleek purple and green model.
Rigor Motor (1994) is a coffin-shaped hot rod powered by a huge engine adorned with two skulls.
Deora II (2000), a souped-up vehicle similar to a surfboard-toting car included in the first Hot Wheels line.
Bone Shaker (2006), a hot rod with a fierce-looking skull for a grille.
The HW40 (2008), a car introduced to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hot Wheels, features a jet turbine engine and a futuristic glass hood.
Mach Speeder (2018) has a twin-turbo V-6 hybrid engine and wide front air intakes built to look like a predatory fish.
Mattel introduced Hot Wheels in 1968. Thousands of varieties have been produced, and the line was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame in 2011.
The stamps will be available in panes of 20, with each design included twice. In addition, the iconic Hot Wheels logo will appear in the top right corner of the pane, while the back of the pane will display the Hot Wheels 50th-anniversary logo.


