Posted on 26th July 2022
By Billy Langsworthy

Spin Master has signed a deal to launch toys for the new animated Disney Junior series, Firebuds.
Firebuds is set in a world where talking vehicles live, work and play with the humans who drive them and the range will span figures, vehicles and playsets, with an anticipated launch in Summer 2023.
“Kids are going to fall in love with the fun and fearless characters in Firebuds and Spin Master’s toy line will give fans ways to engage in and inspire play off-screen,” said Chris Beardall, Spin Master’s President of Toys and Chief Commercial Officer.
“Combining our standout product innovation and deep expertise in the category with the inspirational characters and their adventures; the fun will extend from show to shelf to playrooms.”
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