Ron Ruelle, Creative Director of the Model Car Hall of Fame, joins Diecast Breakdown to discuss the history and mission of the organization. The Model Car Hall of Fame honors and documents the greatness of model cars, including diecast, toy cars, and model kits. They aim to document the history of model cars and highlight the latest and greatest in the industry. Ron shares his background in car culture and his passion for model cars. The conversation also touches on topics such as 3D printing in the collector market and the impact of movies like Cars on the hobby. The conversation with Ron Ruelle from Model Car Hall of Fame covered various topics related to the world of model cars and diecast collecting. Ron shared his passion for writing about cars and toys, as well as his background as a cartoonist. He discussed the process of inducting cars into the Model Car Hall of Fame and the importance of preserving the history of diecast cars. Ron also talked about his own collection and the joy of driving small, sporty cars. Overall, the conversation highlighted the fun and nostalgia associated with model cars and the community that surrounds them.
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Takeaways
•The Model Car Hall of Fame honors and documents the greatness of model cars, including diecast, toy cars, and model kits.
•The organization aims to document the history of model cars and highlight the latest and greatest in the industry.
•Ron Ruel shares his background in car culture and his passion for model cars.
•The conversation also touches on topics such as 3D printing in the collector market and the impact of movies like Cars on the hobby. Model Car Hall of Fame is a virtual platform that celebrates the history and artistry of model cars and diecast collecting.
•Ron Ruelle, the guest, is a passionate writer, cartoonist, and collector who enjoys exploring the world of model cars.
•The process of inducting cars into the Model Car Hall of Fame involves nominations, a selection committee, and public voting.
•Preserving the history of diecast cars is important, as many details and stories can be lost over time.

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