As of this story's June 11 publication, the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb is less than two weeks away — and it turns out a very special guest will be gracing the 14,000-foot mountain this year.

More than 80 vendors and 20,000 Hot Wheels filled Charlie’s Collectible Show for the one-day event. The Holiday Hot Wheels Swap & Shop and racing events drew collectors, families, and first-time fans.

The Hot Wheels brand is one that has grown from having the most vibrant and diverse lineup of die-cast cars to having animated shows to now also having a CG animated show on Netflix in the form of Hot ...