Beach Buggy Cartoon: The 70s Retro Rewind

A Surprisingly Enduring Ride Remember those Saturday mornings filled with cartoons and sugary cereal? For many, Speed Buggy is a cherished part of those memories. This seemingly simple beach buggy cartoon, with its short initial run of just 16 episodes on CBS in 1973, has surprisingly endured. But how did a show with such a brief initial run become a lasting piece of animation history? Its enduring appeal is a testament to a clever premise, smart merchandising, and a surprisingly effective tap into the spirit of the 1970s....

June 3, 2025 · 3 min · 595 words · Stephen Meza