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on 7/28/2006, 10:42 pm
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RC2 Corporation Announces the Introduction of the Johnny Lightning(R) Monsters of Destruction Action Vehicles
OAK BROOK, Ill., July 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- RC2 Corporation
(Nasdaq: RCRC) today announced that it will be launching its Monsters of
Destruction product lines in July. The Company plans to market these new
action vehicle lines under its popular Johnny Lightning(R) brand. The
vehicles are inspired by the real Monsters of Destruction trucks like
BIGFOOT(R), Snake Bite(R) and Bear Foot(TM), featured in the popular
Monsters of Destruction live events and TV show currently seen on The
Outdoor Channel. They capture the power and excitement of real monster
truck competitive action for action- filled, fun, rugged play and
collectivity for kids.
Monsters of Destruction will feature two distinct product lines, the
die- cast vehicle line and the Rip Charger stunt vehicles.
Peter Henseler, President of RC2 states, "We are thrilled to be working
with Monsters of Destruction on the development of these exciting new
Monster Trucks. Introducing this exciting new line of cool vehicles will
continue to expand the Johnny Lightning brand to both established Johnny
Lightning collectors, as well as a new and younger audience of boys."
About RC2 Corporation
RC2 Corporation (http://www.rc2corp.com) is a leading designer, producer and
marketer of innovative, high-quality toys, collectibles, hobby and infant
care products that are targeted to consumers of all ages. RC2's infant and
preschool products are marketed under its Learning Curve(R) family of
brands which includes The First Years(R) by Learning Curve and Lamaze
brands as well as popular and classic licensed properties such as Thomas &
Friends, Bob the Builder, Winnie the Pooh, John Deere and Sesame Street.
RC2 markets its collectible and hobby products under a portfolio of brands
including Johnny Lightning(R), Racing Champions(R), Ertl(R), Ertl
Collectibles(R), AMT(R), Press Pass(R), JoyRide(R) and JoyRide Studios(R).
RC2 reaches its target consumers through multiple channels of distribution
supporting more than 25,000 retail outlets throughout North America,
Europe, Australia, and Asia Pacific.
Forward-looking Statements
Certain statements contained in this release contain "forward-looking
statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform
Act of 1995. These statements may be identified by the use of
forward-looking words or phrases such as "anticipate," "believe," "could,"
"expect," "intend," "may," "plans," "potential," "target," "should,"
"will," "could" and "would." Such forward-looking statements are inherently
subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual
results and future developments could differ materially from the results or
developments expressed in, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.
The Company undertakes no obligation to make any revisions to the
forward-looking statements contained in this release or to update them to
reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this release.
Contact:
Curt Stoelting, CEO
Ph.: 630-573-7326
or
Jody Taylor, CFO
Ph.: 630-573-7328
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