On this day September 15 1984, the animated series Pole Position premiered on CBS. Loosely inspired by the arcade racing game, the show followed siblings Tess, Dan, and their cousin Daisy Darret as they fought crime and solved mysteries while traveling the country as stunt drivers.
The series featured futuristic talking cars named Wheels and Roadie, which added both humor and high tech flair to their adventures. With fast paced chases, daring stunts, and a mix of action and comedy, Pole Position became a memorable part of 80s Saturday morning television, even though it only lasted one season.
80s insight: Pole Position captured the era’s fascination with fast cars, technology, and action packed storytelling. It stood out as part of the wave of animated shows in the 80s that blended adventure and sci fi elements to spark kids’ imaginations.
The series featured futuristic talking cars named Wheels and Roadie, which added both humor and high tech flair to their adventures. With fast paced chases, daring stunts, and a mix of action and comedy, Pole Position became a memorable part of 80s Saturday morning television, even though it only lasted one season.
80s insight: Pole Position captured the era’s fascination with fast cars, technology, and action packed storytelling. It stood out as part of the wave of animated shows in the 80s that blended adventure and sci fi elements to spark kids’ imaginations.
