Collector's News August 18, 2006 Recently RC2 announced that it is re-branding the Johnny Lightning program with a new looks and new programs. Along with that it is dropping several programs scheduled to be released in the last quarter of 2006.  Quote:  "In order to prepare for the new re-branding, we [RC2] are focusing all of our efforts on the 2007 Johnny Lighting Collection.  Therefore, some of the releases scheduled in late 2006 will not be produced."  Read the press release below to get all the details, including a list of the 2006 programs that have been cancelled and news about the online collector club. PRESS RELEASE: "New Look, New Logo, New Clamshell Packaging and Website Set the Stage for All-New Johnny Lightning Themes."  "OAK BROOK, IL – (August 2, 2006) – Johnny’s back and better than ever, with a new look and exciting new line of vehicles for 2007. The new die-cast lineup includes a mixture of vehicles from favorite Johnny Lightning themes like Classic Gold, Musclecars U.S.A., Mopar® or No Car, and Chevy Thunder™, to a variety of new themes such as Johnny Retro (musclecars made in the style of early Johnny Lightning cars), Wicked Wagon (a tribute to the American station wagon), and Pin Up cars (Lightning Girls and their favorite rides)." "This year, in addition to the new vehicle line-ups, Johnny Lightning will also introduce its new collector logo – which captures a retro-cool look, has a nostalgic feel, and evokes the history of the Johnny Lightning brand. Scheduled for a December 2006 debut through major toy retailers, department stores and specialty outlets. " “We listen closely to collectors when we’re planning a new lineup, and I’m sure they’ll approve of our efforts. For example, the new logo and lineup were designed with collectors in mind,” says RC2 President Peter Henseler. “The addition of the wheel graphic and founding date on the logo helps to deliver a real connection with the long and successful history of this iconic brand.”  "Complementing the new collector logo is an all-new package design that maintains the die-cast lineup’s retro feel. The addition of clamshell packaging in this new design provides better protection for the products."  "Planning for a December, 2006 launch, the website at www.johnnylightning.com will also get a new look and showcase new functionality. New features and functionality currently on plan include the new Web-based Collector Club, which will be available free of charge to all Johnny Lightning fans and collectors. The new Collector Club features include exclusive, limited edition cars, special “first-shot” giveaways (highly collectible prototype samples), Team Lightning blogs, and exclusive Johnny Lightning product offers on the new themed assortments and vehicles. Plus, members will be able to download Johnny Lightning wallpaper, sounds, and desktop icons." Johnny Lightning Dropped SKUs 50113U CARS R33 50113V CARS R34 50113W CARS R35 50113X CARS R36 50151L Muscle Cars R12 50158D Volkswagen 2 R4 50156D Sixties Sizzle R4 50157I Mopar Or No Car R10 50170A Those 70s Cars R1 50159E Firebirds R5 50152AG Classic Gold R33 50167A Surf Wagons R1 50301L Street Freaks R25 50301M Street Freaks R26 50401T Marvel/Halo 50401U Rock Art 50401V Coke Holiday 50401Y James Bond 50401Z TV Land/Hollywood on Wheels 1:24 scale 51105N Muscle Cars R14 51105O Muscle Cars R15 51105P Muscle Cars R16 51105Q Muscle Cars R17 51105R Muscle Cars R18 53562C ’70 Plymouth Superbird 53761B ’64 Ford Thunderbird 53769A ’65 Chevy Chevelle SS 53572C ’65 Ford Mustang 53567C ’70 Pontiac Trans Am 53758C ’70 Dodge Challenger R/T 53572D ’65 Ford Mustang 53573A ’69 Chevy Nova SS 53564H ’69 Chevy Camaro Z/28 53573B ’69 Chevy Nova SS 53769B ’65 Chevy Chevelle SS 53766B ’69 Chevy Chevelle SS396 53757D ’70 Dodge Challenger T/A 53565D ’70 HEMI Cuda 2006 Back Issues February 16, 2006   March 10, 2006   March 13, 2006   March 30, 2006   August 18, 2006 Get Started! - Start shopping by signing in. 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