Lightning McQueen to Have Lap at 2026 F1 Italian Grand Prix to Celebrate 20th Anniversary of 'Cars'
The Cars-themed lap marks 20 years of the Disney and Pixar film as Formula 1 expands its partnership with Disney through 2028.
- Formula announced Thursday that a vehicle designed as Lightning McQueen will drive an honorary lap at Monza this weekend to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 2006 Disney and Pixar film.
- The partnership between Formula and Disney debuted last year at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, where Mickey Mouse appeared at the Bellagio fountains, and has recently been extended through 2028.
- A Mercedes-AMG safety car featuring F1-inspired livery will debut this weekend alongside a new range of merchandise including clothing, collectibles, and die-cast models.
- Voiced by Owen Wilson, McQueen debuted in the 2006 film and two sequels, previously appearing at Chinese, Canadian, and British Grand Prix events during the ongoing collaboration.
- The Italian Grand Prix takes place this weekend, with Formula action beginning Friday and leading to the Grand Prix starting Sunday at 9 a.m. ET.
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The famous Disney car will have an honorary ride in Monza to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the premiere of Cars' first film
Lightning Mcqueen, protagonist of the franchise of animated films "Cars", will invade the Italian GP on the next weekend of Formula 1. The vehicle inspired by the design of the character will make a special appearance on the tracks of Monza, including a lap of honor. Before the start of the media activities of Formula 1, the car took a lap through the traditional Italian circuit. In addition, the Safety Car of the race will receive an exclusive …
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