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Mattel is expanding the intersection of construction toys and collectible vehicles with the introduction of its Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Racer Series, bringing buildable 1:64-scale cars to market at an accessible $4.99 price point. Launching in January 2027 with six models and expanding to 20 by year-end, the collection combines the familiarity of Hot Wheels with the hands-on engagement of brick-building. Featuring licensed automotive designs, metal base plates, rolling wheels, and authentic vehicle details, the series demonstrates how established toy brands can introduce new play experiences while maintaining the characteristics that make their products recognizable to consumers and collectors.
For toy manufacturers, retailers, and product developers, Mattel’s strategy highlights the potential of affordable collectibles that combine multiple play categories. By merging construction play with the established appeal of Hot Wheels, Mattel creates opportunities for repeat purchases, collection-building, and cross-category merchandising. The $4.99 price point also positions the series for impulse purchases and accessible gifting, while its recognizable automotive licenses may appeal to both younger builders and adult enthusiasts. As manufacturers look for ways to extend established intellectual properties into new formats, the Hot Wheels Racer Series offers an example of how familiar brands can generate additional consumer engagement through accessible pricing, product innovation, and collectible assortments.
Mattel Brick Shop Expands Hot Wheels Collection With New $4.99 Buildable Racer Series
Mattel is expanding its Brick Shop portfolio with the introduction of the Hot Wheels Racer Series, a new collection of buildable 1:64-scale vehicles that combines construction play with the collectible appeal of Hot Wheels.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., November 4, 2026 — Mattel has announced the upcoming launch of the Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Racer Series, introducing a new way for fans to build, customize, and collect vehicles inspired by the iconic Hot Wheels brand. With a suggested retail price of $4.99 per vehicle, the series offers an affordable entry point into the company’s growing brick-building category.
Scheduled to debut in January 2027, the collection will initially feature six vehicles, with plans to expand to 20 collectible models by the end of 2027. The new assortment builds on Mattel Brick Shop’s 2025 introduction, extending the company’s construction toy offerings into the familiar 1:64 scale associated with traditional Hot Wheels die-cast vehicles.
Six Vehicles Lead the Initial Collection
The first wave of the Hot Wheels Racer Series includes a combination of modern performance vehicles, automotive enthusiast favorites, and an original Hot Wheels design.
The initial assortment includes:
- 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 — 29 pieces
- 2018 Audi TT RS — 29 pieces
- Maserati MCPura — 27 pieces
- 1991 Acura NSX — 29 pieces
- 1999 Honda S2000 — 29 pieces
- Hot Wheels Bone Shaker — 28 pieces
Each vehicle features a metal base plate, functional metal axles, rolling wheels, rubber-like tires, and specially designed components that recreate the distinctive appearance of the original automobile.
The models use smooth resin bricks designed to connect easily, accompanied by step-by-step building instructions. Recommended for ages six and older, the collection combines a straightforward building experience with the detail and functionality associated with Hot Wheels vehicles.
Expanding the Hot Wheels Building Experience
Since launching Mattel Brick Shop in 2025, the company has continued developing customizable construction sets featuring recognizable automotive brands and popular franchises.
The Hot Wheels Racer Series represents another step in that expansion, introducing smaller, more affordable models designed to appeal to children, automotive enthusiasts, and collectors.
Ted Wu, General Manager and Global Head of Vehicles and Building Sets at Mattel, emphasized that the collection brings the company’s brick-building approach to the traditional Hot Wheels scale while maintaining the craftsmanship, vehicle authenticity, and product quality associated with both brands.
By combining construction play with functional rolling vehicles, the series provides consumers with an experience that extends beyond assembling and displaying a model.
New Opportunities in Affordable Collectibles
The introduction of the Hot Wheels Racer Series reflects Mattel’s continued investment in expanding established brands into complementary toy categories.
At $4.99 per vehicle, the assortment offers retailers an accessible collectible product that can encourage repeat purchases as consumers work toward completing the full 20-vehicle collection.
The combination of recognizable automotive licenses, construction elements, and collectible pricing also creates opportunities for cross-category merchandising between building sets, toy vehicles, and licensed collectibles.
For toy manufacturers and product developers, the launch illustrates how established intellectual properties can support new product formats while retaining the recognizable features that attract existing fans.
The Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Racer Series is scheduled to become available in January 2027, with additional vehicles planned throughout the year.
For additional information, visit MattelBrickShop.com.
About Mattel
Mattel is a global play and family entertainment company with a portfolio of established toy and entertainment brands, including Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price, American Girl, Thomas & Friends, UNO, Masters of the Universe, Matchbox, Monster High, and Polly Pocket. The company develops toys, entertainment content, consumer products, digital experiences, and live experiences for audiences worldwide.
Source: Mattel, Inc. | November 4, 2026
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