Pixar officially announces the development of Cars 2, the sequel to the popular Cars movie.
The world premiere of Cars 2 takes place, showcasing the new adventures of Lightning McQueen and Mater in an international espionage storyline.
Cars 2 is released globally in theaters, becoming a major animated film event and a box office success.
The World Grand Prix is announced, featuring three races around the globe with high-tech, high-speed competition attracting top racers from all over the world.
Lightning McQueen accepts the invitation and prepares to compete in the World Grand Prix to prove he's the fastest car in the world.
Lightning McQueen, Mater, and their team arrive in Tokyo for the first leg of the World Grand Prix.
The intense race through Tokyo’s neon-lit streets takes place, with McQueen maintaining a strong position despite interference.
Mater accidentally becomes involved in a spy plot while in Tokyo, uncovering a scheme involving sabotage of the World Grand Prix and international intrigue.
The team moves to Italy for the second leg, with continuing race challenges and increasing tension due to espionage activities.
The thrilling race through the streets of Porto Corsa tests McQueen’s skills and the team’s endurance.
Mater teams up with British spy Finn McMissile to thwart the sabotage plot threatening the race and global security.
The World Grand Prix heads to England for the closing race, where suspense and action reach their peak.
The final race in London includes a high-stakes confrontation between Mater, the spies, and the villains aiming to disrupt the competition.
The sabotage plot is dismantled, the villains are apprehended, and Lightning McQueen wins the World Grand Prix, celebrated worldwide.