JL Boogie Vans

Been thinking its about time to bring back Boogie Vans. Our last van release was Vantastic and designed by our buddy Dirty Donny. Its been a huge hit and am thinking about asking him to help me design a new Boogie Van series. I'm still tossing around the idea of doing back to back releases in the JL2.0 line or maybe doing 2-3 a month in Forever 64. Let me know what you guys think.

Tom Zahorsky
Senior Design Manager
Johnny Lightning

JL '77 Dodge Monaco

Release 13 is just hitting stores now. It seems like a few retailers are catching up on ordering some older assortments so good luck with the hunt. Release 13 includes a Highway Patrol Monaco with rubber tires and dog dish hub caps, Diecastspace sprint car and a Beat the Heat Chevy Malibu. See you in Vegas next week!

Tom Zahorsky
Senior Design Manager
Johnny Lightning

Dirt Modified

I showed you some test shot pics awhile back of our new dirt modified that we'll be rolling out in the Forever 64 line. Our first release will be in F64 R14 and will be Jake Neal's race car. This modified will have rubber tires and we have the option to do plastic tires and even a diecast chassis. It's been a pleasure to work with Jake and his team on this upcoming release. We'll keep you posted on Jake's new car design too, which will have a JL sponsor logo. If you're interested in having JL do your dirt modified or sprint car send us an email @ jllightning@gmail.com.

Tom Zahorsky
Senior Design Manager
Johnny Lightning

Johnny Lightning 1968 IH 1200

Started on a new 1:64 casting today, the '68 International 1200 Pickup. This pickup will see duty in our Forever 64 line, JL2.0 line and our ERTL Ag line, where we will package with a tractor and offer some dealer exclusives. This casting with strengthen out truck line up and give our International Scout some company. I might just have shot samples in time for Lightning Fest!

Tom Zahorsky
Senior Design Manager
Johnny Lightning