Hot Wheels Early Times Mid-Winter Rod Run Lot of 3. In 1998 the Way 2 Fast, in 1999 the Tail Dragger, and in 2001 the Sooo Fast. 2 of the cars have Real Riders. The Mid-Winter Rod Run is held every year since1993 by the Early Times Car Club of Southern California. The cars are unopened and come in a 1:64 scale. They are suitable for children aged 3-16 years old. The are suitable for both boys and girls.