RC2 Corporation Launches JL FULL THROTTLE Collectible Trend Vehicles

OAK BROOK, IL - June 15, 2006: RC2 Corporation today announced that it will be launching its JL Full Throttle(TM) product line this fall. This distinctive new premium vehicle collection represents a departure in size and styling from traditional classic replicas, capitalizing on the new trends in the automotive world, and appealing to a younger collectible audience.

JL Full Throttle will feature Rock Rigs(TM), a series of tricked-out, high-performance, extreme-terrain machines built to take on any challenge. These vehicles feature intricate detailing with opening hoods, working suspension, as well as wild graphics and paint schemes inspired by House of Kolor(R) paint and finishes.

JL Full Throttle will also feature vehicles designed by world-famous custom car designer Chip Foose, star of TLC's popular TV series, OverHaulin'. These vehicles feature authentic Foose Design wheels, paint and styling, as well as opening engine hoods, tailgates and doors.

Peter Henseler, President of RC2 states, "We are thrilled to be working with Chip Foose on the development of many exciting new vehicles. Integrating Chip's award-winning designs into JL Full Throttle along with other high- performance machines enables RC2 to introduce this brand to a younger and trendier audience."

About RC2 Corporation

RC2 Corporation (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.