CARS
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Lightning McQueen : Poised to become the youngest car ever to win the Piston Cup Championship, this hotshot rookie racecar has just two things on his mind - winning and the perks that come with it. But when he gets detoured in the forgotten town of Radiator Springs and has to shift for himself, he gets a crash course on what matters most in life. Lightning McQueen is also named as ‘Tongue McQueen’ or ‘Bling Bling McQueen’.
Sally : This sporty 2002 Porsche 911 from California grew tired of life in the fast lane, and made a new start for herself in Radiator Springs. As the proprietor of the Cozy Cone Motel, and one of the town's most optimistic boosters, she has high hopes that it will one day return to its former glory, and wind up "back on the map." She takes an instant shine to Lightning McQueen, and helps to steer him in the right direction.
Mater : This good ol' boy tow truck with a big heart may a bit rusty on the outside, but he has the quickest towrope in Carburetor County and is always the first to lend a helping hand. Sweet and loyal to a fault, Mater befriends McQueen and sees his potential as his new best friend, despite his many flaws. The self-proclaimed "world's best backwards driver," Mater gets his kicks "tractor tipping" when he's not running "Tow-Mater Towing and Salvage."
Luigi : Big-hearted, gregarious, and excitable, this 1959 Fiat 500 runs the local tire shop, Luigi's Casa Della Tires, which is the "Home of the Leaning Tower of Tires." With his forklift pal, Guido, by his side, Luigi is an avid racecar fan (with a bias towards Ferrari's) who is always eager to please. Business hasn't been good in years, so you can always count on a bargain on a new set of wheels from this merry merchant.
Red : This gentle giant helps out the other residents of Radiator Springs by supplying H2O on the go. When he's not putting out fires, he can be found watering flowers or hiding out in the firehouse he calls home.
Sheriff : A 1949 Mercury Police Cruiser, sworn with upholding the peace in Radiator Springs. Always on the prowl for would-be speeders who might want to barrel through his town, Sheriff enjoys telling stories about his beloved Mother Road, and taking the occasional nap behind the town's billboard.
Ramone : The proprietor of Ramone's House of Body Art, this 1959 Impala low-rider is a true magician with paint and metal, but he hasn't had anyone to paint in years. While waiting for a paying customer to come along, he re-paints himself daily and hopes that McQueen will consent to letting him add a few new flourishes.
Mack : Mack, McQueen's personal driver for long hauls between races.
Guido : This little Italian forklift is consigliere to Luigi. Like his boss, Guido loves Ferraris and dreams of working in a pit stop for a real race car.
King : This 1970 Plymouth Superbird is a racing legend who has won more Piston Cups races than any other car in history. Despite his fame, he's a down home guy, who knows it takes more than trophies to make a true champion. He believes in hard work, team playing, and making time for his wife, the Queen. Set to retire at the end of the season and relinquish his coveted Dinoco sponsorship, the King is the envy of all the up-and-coming racers.
Fillmore : Radiator Springs' resident hippie is a 1960 VW bus who brews his own organic fuel and preaches its many benefits. Visitors can check it out for themselves in the tasting room behind his love-bead and tie dye covered geodesic dome. His conspiracy theories and unkempt yard don't sit well with his neighbor, Sarge, but despite their frequent disagreements, they can't live without one another.
Chick Hicks : This racing veteran is a ruthless competitor, who has bumped and cheated his way into more second place finishes than any other car. Forever living in the King's shadow, he's the consummate runner-up and will stop at nothing to win the Dinoco sponsorship. Convinced that "the Chick era" is about to begin, he isn't about to let Lightning McQueen get between him and his dream of winning the Piston Cup.
Doc Hudson : A seemingly quiet country doctor (mechanic) with a mysterious past, this 1951 Hudson Hornet is a cornerstone of Radiator Springs, and also serves as town judge. Respected and admired by the townsfolk, Doc is a car of few words, and is unimpressed by the town's newest arrival - Lightning McQueen. The speed-obsessed hotshot racecar dismisses Doc as just an old Grandpa car, but comes to discover that the old timer still has a few tricks under his hood.
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