Mickey and the Roadster Racers

This uninspired newest incarnation from the House of Mouse serves up a premise that casts favorite Disney characters as drivers working out of a shop in Hot Dog Hills, with each two-fer episode including speedy races, wacky antics, contemporary animation, and an abundance of annoying sound effects (think: “boing!” “vroom!” and the like). “Mickey's Wild Tire” finds the garage gang gearing up for a visit from famous racer Jiminy, while also competing with antagonist Pete to catch up with a missing special tire in time for a mayoral ceremony. The accompanying tale, “Sittin' Kitty,” revs up the pinks and purples as it follows Minnie and Daisy on a wild pursuit across town to keep track of a pet job for their “Happy Helpers” service. Also included are “Goofy Gas! / Little Big Ape” and “Race for the Rigatoni Ribbon / Roaming Around Rome,” the latter a stereotypical look at the Eternal City that includes thrown pizzas and olive oil on the track, insulting accents, and the desecration of the Coliseum, Spanish Steps, and aqueducts. Extras include a bonus episode and music videos. Optional. Aud: P. (J. Williams-Wood)