2005 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News Archives
January 6, 2005: Superman Roars into Monster Jam Monster Truck Series
Superman Truck Makes its Competition Debut on January 8th at Atlanta's Georgia DomeWarner Bros. Consumer Products announced today that they are teaming up with Clear Channel Entertainment and 4Kids Entertainment to feature custom-designed monster trucks in the upcoming Monster Jam® series. DC Comics' Super Heroes "Superman" and "Batman," as well as Warner Bros. Entertainment's "Tasmanian Devil" ("Taz") character, will join the Monster Jam® team beginning with the 2005 racing season.
These three new, brand-themed monster trucks will enter the Monster Jam® racing and freestyle line-up, where they will have the chance to smash the competition and earn a trip to the World Finals in March. The trucks are designed to bring some of the world's best-loved characters to Monster Jam® fans everywhere.
The "Superman" truck will make its competition debut at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta on January 8, 2005. Atlanta native, Chad Fortune is scheduled to drive the truck. The "Batman" and "Taz" trucks will make their official debut at future events later in the year.
"Monster Jam® is a high-flying, live-action entertainment experience that brings together the speed, spills and thrills of motor sports in a family-friendly environment," said Jordan Sollitto, Executive Vice President of Worldwide Marketing, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. "Superman, Batman and Taz continuously entertain fans around the world. We are excited to team up with Monster Jam® and add our dynamic characters to one of motor sport's most action-packed franchises."
As part of its ongoing partnership with Monster Jam®, Mattel, Inc. will introduce character-specific Monster Jam® toys at retail including toy trucks, radio control vehicles, puzzles and board games. Additional merchandise will be available onsite at live Monster Jam® arena events, as well as for purchase through the Internet.
"We are thrilled to introduce these characters to our live audience of over 4 million spectators and the millions of fans that regularly watch Monster Jam® on Speed Channel every week," said Charlie Mancuso, President of Clear Channel Entertainment -- Motor Sports. "In addition, the new "Superman", "Batman" and "Taz" Monster Jam® Race Teams will significantly broaden the appeal of the Monster Jam® toy line developed and distributed by Mattel's Hot Wheels brand. The activation of this program will offer endless cross promotional platforms in the future."
"We're pleased to bring these universally popular characters to the Monster Jam® circuit," said Alfred R. Kahn, Chairman and CEO of 4Kids Entertainment. "'Superman', 'Batman' and 'Taz' will add to the excitement of this entertaining and energetic brand, which draws millions of fans to its live events every year."
2005 Merchandise & Miscellaneous News
Listed below are all the Merchandise & Miscellaneous News items archived for 2005.- January 6, 2005: Superman Roars into Monster Jam Monster Truck Series
- January 7, 2005: ABC Radio Queensland to Interview Steve Younis
- January 17, 2005: ABC Radio Queensland Interview with Steve Younis - Audio
- February 1, 2005: Superman Homepage T-Shirt Competition
- February 2, 2005: EA Games Advertises Positions Vacant for Superman Game
- February 3, 2005: Superman Homepage at Cult TV Superhero Expo
- February 9, 2005: “Death to the Centurion” Now Available in Paperback
- February 15, 2005: Superheroes and Philosophy
- February 17, 2005: Superman and DC Comics Bank Checks Available
- February 19, 2005: Deseret News Reports on Jerry Newingham's Superman Serials
- February 21, 2005: New Superman Figure Displayed at Toy Fair
- March 3, 2005: Golden Age of Radio Online Downloads
- March 6, 2005: BBC Radio 4 Asks “Is Superman Jewish?”
- March 6, 2005: Warhol Superman Painting in Multi-Million Dollar Collection
- March 13, 2005: Justice League Showbag at Sydney's Royal Easter Show
- March 15, 2005: George Lowther Superman Novel Listed in Rare Books
- March 21, 2005: New Superman Homepage Themes
- March 31, 2005: Superman vs the Klu Klux Klan
- April 18, 2005: Justice League Toys at Red Rooster in Australia
- April 21, 2005: Celebrity Details for Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration
- April 29, 2005: Superman Radio's “Atom Man” Dies
- May 1, 2005: Superman to Appear in Ohio Wax Museum
- May 6, 2005: Superman Homepage RSS News Feed
- May 10, 2005: Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration Details Online
- May 10, 2005: Superman Homepage Online Collector Cards
- May 21, 2005: Roger Stern Talks New Superman Novel
- May 31, 2005: Review - New Fossil “Superman: Street” Watch
- May 31, 2005: Steve Younis on ABC Australia Radio
- June 5, 2005: Superman Hits the Stage in Warsaw, Indiana
- June 11, 2005: New Superman Rollercoaster Under Construction in Australia
- June 12, 2005: Stars Shine at Annual Superman Celebration
- June 15, 2005: Superman's “S” Shield has Brand Strength
- June 15, 2005: New Life Size Superman Statue Available in Europe
- June 15, 2005: Metropolis Illinois 2005 Superman Celebration Reports
- June 16, 2005: WB to Fly High with Superman at Licensing 2005 International
- June 16, 2005: More Metropolis 2005 Superman Celebration Reports and Photos
- June 20, 2005: “Tonight Show” Reports on Metropolis Illinois Superman Festival
- June 21, 2005: Chicago Tribune Asks “Is Superman Better Than Batman?”
- June 21, 2005: Another Fan Report on the Metropolis Illinois Superman Celebration
- June 27, 2005: Man of Steel Marathon on Radio
- July 7, 2005: New Justice League Game for PS2 and Xbox
- July 22, 2005: Baby Kal-El Gets New Heart
- July 31, 2005: “Tomorrow's Memoir” Prequel Comic Online
- August 8, 2005: Philosophy Bathroom Product Benefits CRPF
- August 8, 2005: Superman Merchandise at Wizard World Chicago
- August 18, 2005: Fossil Release New Superman Multifunction Watch
- August 21, 2005: Superman Documentary Online
- August 22, 2005: Fossil Superman Multifunction Watch
- August 22, 2005: Police Seize 120,000 Fake Action Figures
- August 24, 2005: Superman Spotted in Serbia
- September 3, 2005: Superman Related Actors React to Hurricane Katrina
- September 7, 2005: Superman Tags Start A New Fad
- September 19, 2005: Justice League Toys with U.K. McDonalds Happy Meals
- September 27, 2005: Superman Symphony Flying High
- October 3, 2005: Nicolas Cage's Super Baby
- October 5, 2005: Superman Documentary Online - Now Free!
- October 13, 2005: Live “Superman II” Production
- October 23, 2005: “It's Superman!” Novel Reviewed
- October 26, 2005: Siegel's Silent Son Speaks Out
- October 28, 2005: Superman Game in Warner Bros. Online Arcade
- November 2, 2005: Win a Trip to Experience “Superman Escape” at Warner Bros Movie World
- November 9, 2005: Superman Cartoons on Chinese Cell Phones
- November 10, 2005: Study “Sociology Through Superheroes” in Illinois
- November 13, 2005: Pillsbury Dough Boy Dances to Superman Broadway Song
- November 15, 2005: More On Siegel's Silent Son
- November 21, 2005: Superman and Lois Lane Barbie Dolls
- November 23, 2005: Superman Documentary Maker Interviewed
- November 27, 2005: Monogram International Producing “Superman Returns” Merchandise
- November 28, 2005: Superman Brand Bible Proving a Success
- December 2, 2005: Lex Luthor Makes Forbes Fictional 15
- December 2, 2005: The 2005 SHIELD Award Winners!
- December 3, 2005: Superman Fan Convention in Hawaii
- December 3, 2005: Hallmark “Superman Returns” Products Coming Soon
- December 3, 2005: SHIELD Award Winners Say Thanks!
- December 5, 2005: “Superman Returns” Lunch Boxes Coming in May
- December 8, 2005: Forbes Follows Up with Luthor vs Wayne Article
- December 9, 2005: Australian “Superman Escape” Rollercoaster Website
- December 12, 2005: Superman and Songs Through Time
- December 12, 2005: Superheroes Banned From Pre-School
- December 12, 2005: Cosmos Magazine on the Science of Superheroes
- December 12, 2005: Which Superhero Are You?
- December 21, 2005: Australian Superman Escape Rollercoaster Ride Cam
- December 21, 2005: Metropolis Superman Makes U.S. Army Tour
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