Cars 3's Next-Gen Racers
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One generation trained on simulators was enough to make the veterans obsolete. In Cars 3, Jackson Storm leads the Next-Gen wave, backed by his crew chief Ray Reverham and his transporter Gale Beaufort. Behind him lines up a whole grid of rookies in the colors of high-tech sponsors: Aaron Clocker #48 at Re-Volting, Barry DePedal #64 at RPM, Dan Carcia #80 at Gask-Its, Rich Mixon #36 at Tank Coat or Danny Swervez #19, inspired by NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez. Cruz Ramirez, #51 Dinoco, ends up beating Storm. This overview details the entire lineup.
Summary
- The Next-Gen: the new generation shaking up Cars 3
- Jackson Storm, the leader
- The Next-Gen driver lineup
- The veterans pushed out
- Cruz Ramirez: the Next-Gen that changes everything
- Summary table
- FAQ
The Next-Gen: the new generation shaking up Cars 3
In Cars 3, a new wave of racers arrives: the Next-Gen. More aerodynamic, trained on simulators, and boosted by statistics, they gradually relegate veterans to the background — and push Lightning McQueen to reinvent himself. Here is the complete lineup of this generation.
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Jackson Storm, the leader
Jackson Storm is the face of the Next-Gen: arrogant, ultra-fast, and packed with technology, he becomes Lightning McQueen's main rival. He relies on an entire team, including his crew chief Ray Reverham and his transporter Gale Beaufort.
The #1 Rival
Cars 3 Black Piston Cup Car No.20 - Jackson Storm
Jackson Storm diecast from Cars 3: the high-tech racer that challenges Lightning McQueen, a must-have for your collection.
The Next-Gen driver lineup
Behind Storm, a whole generation of rookies with high-tech sponsor liveries:
- Aaron Clocker — #48, Re-Volting team.
- Barry DePedal — #64, RPM team.
- Dan Carcia — #80, Gask-Its team.
- Rich Mixon — #36, Tank Coat team.
- Ryan « Inside » Laney — #21, a formidable Next-Gen.
- Danny Swervez — #19, inspired by real driver Daniel Suárez.
- Bubba Wheelhouse — a Next-Gen bringing diversity to the field.
The whole lineup
Cars 3 Piston Cup Car No.48 - Aaron Clocker
Aaron Clocker #48 Re-Volting: a Next-Gen driver to line up the entire new generation on your track.
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The veterans pushed out
The arrival of the Next-Gen has a downside: historical drivers are replaced one by one. This is the case of Brick Yardley, Vitoline driver replaced by a rookie — the perfect illustration of the dilemma at the heart of Cars 3.
Cruz Ramirez: the Next-Gen that changes everything
The real answer to Storm doesn't come from another rookie, but from Cruz Ramirez: a trainer who becomes a racer, she proves that talent and determination are worth more than mere statistics — and eventually beats Storm on the track.
The Cars 3 Heroine
Mini Racer Cars 3 - Cruz Ramirez No.51 "Dinoco"
Cruz Ramirez #51 Dinoco in mini racer form: the one who beats Storm and embodies the next generation.
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Summary table
| Driver | No. | Team / Note |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Storm | — | Next-Gen leader, Lightning's rival |
| Aaron Clocker | 48 | Re-Volting |
| Barry DePedal | 64 | RPM |
| Dan Carcia | 80 | Gask-Its |
| Rich Mixon | 36 | Tank Coat |
| Ryan « Inside » Laney | 21 | Next-Gen |
| Danny Swervez | 19 | Inspired by Daniel Suárez |
| Bubba Wheelhouse | — | Next-Gen |
| Cruz Ramirez | 51 | Lightning's protégé who beats Storm |
FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Next-Gen in Cars 3?
A new generation of more aerodynamic racing cars trained on simulators, gradually making veteran drivers obsolete.
Who is the leader of the Next-Gen?
Jackson Storm, Lightning McQueen's high-tech rival, is the figurehead of this generation.
Who ultimately beats Jackson Storm?
Cruz Ramirez: initially a trainer, she becomes a driver and triumphs over Storm, supported by Lightning McQueen.
Is Danny Swervez inspired by a real driver?
Yes, by the Mexican NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez.
Where can I find the Cars 3 Next-Gen cars?
In our Cars 3 collection and our Cars cars and figures.