RadioShack Introduces Exclusive Line of Remote Control Toy Cars Based on the Disney*Pixar Movie 'Cars'

RadioShack Introduces Exclusive Line of Remote Control Toy Cars Based on the Disney*Pixar Movie 'Cars'

Limited Edition 1:16 Scale RCs and 1:64 Scale ZipZaps Micro RCs Based on Characters From the Hit Movie Disney*Pixar 'Cars' Available at Most RadioShack Stores Nationwide, Online at RadioShack.com

FORT WORTH, Texas, June 28 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- RadioShack Corporation (NYSE:RSH) has introduced a limited-edition line of remote control cars based on the main characters from Disney*Pixar's "Cars," the new Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios blockbuster summer feature film.

"Cars" presents the tale of Lightning McQueen, a hot shot rookie race car who gets lost in Radiator Springs in Carburetor County. Lovable characters from the movie, including Lightning McQueen, Sally, Mater, and Ramone are represented by three collectible ZipZaps 1:64 scale micro RCs and two 1:16 scale RCs.

Lightning McQueen, Sally, and Mater ZipZaps micro RCs come pre-assembled with working headlights and quick-charge in about one minute, allowing almost continual racing enjoyment. They include a full-function remote and are the perfect size for on-the-go fun. Each ZipZaps model also comes with a collectable trading card.

The two larger scale 1:16 size RCs are patterned after Lightening McQueen and Ramone. These units can reach speeds up to 546 feet per minute. They include an easy-to-use controller with a 65-ft. range and a climbing angle of up to 15 degrees.

The Disney*Pixar's "Cars" ZipZaps micro RCs, retailing for $19.99 each, and 1:16 scale RCs, retailing for $29.99 each, are available while supplies last at RadioShack stores and online at http://www.radioshack.com/ . Additional information, including a virtual showroom, tuning tips, wallpaper and screensaver downloads can be found at http://www.zipzaps.com/ . For more information, customers can also call 1.800.THE.SHACK or visit http://www.radioshack.com/ .

About RadioShack Corporation

Fort Worth, Texas-based RadioShack Corporation is one of the nation's most trusted consumer electronics specialty retailers and a growing provider retail support services. The company operates a vast network of sales channels, including: nearly 6,000 company and dealer stores; over 100 RadioShack locations in Mexico and Canada; and more than 800 wireless kiosks. RadioShack's knowledgeable and helpful sales associates deliver convenient product and service solutions within minutes of where 94 percent of all Americans either live or work. For more information on RadioShack Corporation, visit http://www.radioshackcorporation.com/ . To learn more about RadioShack products and services or to purchase items online, visit http://www.radioshack.com/ .

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