Hess Toy Truck and Dragster

The Hess Toy Truck is a legendary American holiday tradition that began in 1964. The brand was created by Leon Hess, the founder of the Hess Corporation, as a high-quality yet affordable toy for families visiting his gas stations. The version shown is the 2013 edition, featuring a truck and a dragster within. While the brand is emblematic of American fuel retail history, the manufacturing of these collectibles has been carried out in China for several decades to maintain the intricate electronics and high production volume required for their annual releases.

In recent years, the ownership of the brand has seen significant movement within the energy sector. Following the sale of Hess gas stations to Speedway (and subsequently 7-Eleven), the Hess Toy Truck brand remained with the Hess Corporation. In a major industry shift, Chevron Corporation acquired the Hess Corporation in an all-stock transaction, bringing one of the most beloved toy collectible brands under the umbrella of a global energy titan. Despite these corporate changes, the brand continues to operate as a specialty collectible line available exclusively through official online channels.