Welp, another Wednesday, another frenetic week (actually, 2!) of Hot Wheels hunting! And a few Matchboxes and a Johnny Lightning, as well! While nothing major has changed at the track, there are a couple of very small updates to the diorama I’ll point out here while spending more time looking at the stuff that didn’tContinue reading “The Week In Die-Cast”
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Drag City is “Virtually Unreal:” The Attic Express Moves Downstairs!
The post celebrates Saturday with a nostalgic reflection on a scene from a well-known movie, linking it to the short story “The Attic Express.” It recounts a visit to Drag City racetrack, featuring interviews with drivers and insights into the behind-the-scenes action. The author explores the intersection of AI and storytelling in this vibrant setting.
Where To From Here?
The author reflects on 5.5 years of being a “slottist,” sharing ideas for enhancing their Drag City model hobby, such as improving lighting, acquiring new tracks, expanding the diorama, and reconstructing treasured items. They express challenges like time constraints, necessary assistance, and fears around future changes, seeking reader input for project prioritization.
T.o.t.L.O. E18: “Super Hybrid” (2010)
Episode 18 concludes the Theatre of the Less Obvious column, spotlighting “Super Hybrid,” a lesser-known car-themed horror film FROM 2010. It features a shape-shifting, predatory vehicle in a Chicago garage, creating suspense and thrills. While it doesn’t delve deeply into the creature’s origins, its unique premise and entertaining action make it appealing for genre fans.
From Cutting Edge to Nostalgia: “The Hot Ones” and “Ultra Hots,” Then & Now
The author reflects on the nostalgia for Hot Wheels collectibles, triggered by the recent purchase of a 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass model and childhood memories. They discuss the evolution of Hot Wheels products, contrasting the early “Hot Ones” series with the later “Ultra Hots,” and the current trend of appealing to adult collectors.