Faregame (Cars 3): the Crazy 8 derby taxi #42
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CharacterCars 3Crazy 8
A curse word covered by a horn honk, a first in the saga. Faregame is a yellow and black taxi bearing number 42, entered in the Crazy 8 demolition derby at the Thunder Hollow Speedway in Cars 3. His name plays on the English phrase “fair game”, the prey one is allowed to hunt. In the original version he is voiced by Jason Pace, credited among the additional voices, and he comes back in 2017 in the short film Miss Fritter's Racing Skoool, alongside Arvy and Dr. Damage. This portrait details his livery, his arrogant character and his horn gag.
Summary
Who is Faregame?
Faregame is a golden yellow taxi, with a yellow and black livery reminiscent of New York taxis, who competes in the Crazy 8 demolition derby at the Thunder Hollow Speedway in Cars 3. He wears number 42 and, according to the wiki, has a crude and arrogant character—a tough customer in the derby ruled by Miss Fritter. His name is a pun on the English phrase "fair game."
His voice and his return in a short film
Unlike many of the derby extras, Faregame has an attested voice actor: he is voiced in the original version by Jason Pace, credited among the additional voices in Cars 3. He also appears in the short film Miss Fritter's Racing Skoool (released in October 2017), where he testifies alongside Arvy and Dr. Damage.
Thunder Hollow Spirit
Cars Miss Fritter School Bus Pin
The Miss Fritter pin, champion of the derby where Faregame honks his horn: a small collector's item in the colors of the Crazy 8.
The horn gag
Faregame is also known to fans for a memorable line: "Hey, buddy, get the… out of my way!" where the curse word is conveniently covered by a horn honk. According to the Pixar wiki, Faregame would even be the first character in the saga whose words are censored by a horn honk.
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Summary table
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Role | Crazy 8 derby competitor |
| Number | 42 |
| Vehicle type | Taxi |
| Film | Cars 3 (2017) |
| Original Voice | Jason Pace |
| Other appearance | Miss Fritter's Racing Skoool (2017) |
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Faregame in Cars 3?
A yellow taxi, number 42, who participates in the Crazy 8 demolition derby at Thunder Hollow Speedway.
Where does the name Faregame come from?
It's a pun on "fair game"; it can also imply "fare," the cost of a taxi ride.
Who voices Faregame?
Jason Pace, credited among the additional voices in Cars 3.
Does Faregame appear elsewhere?
Yes, in the short film Miss Fritter's Racing Skoool, with Arvy and Dr. Damage.