Cars 3's Next-Gen Racers
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Summary
- The Next-Gen: The New Generation Shaking Up Cars 3
- Jackson Storm, the Leader
- The Next-Gen Driver Lineup
- Veterans Pushed Aside
- Cruz Ramirez: The Game-Changing Next-Gen
- Summary Table
- FAQ
The Next-Gen: The New Generation Shaking Up Cars 3
In Cars 3, a new wave of racers emerges: the Next-Gen. More aerodynamic, simulator-trained, and statistics-driven, they gradually push veterans into the background—and force Lightning McQueen to reinvent himself. Here's the full lineup of this generation.
⚡ Find all the cars from the movie in our Cars 3 collection.
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 a full team, including his crew chief Ray Reverham and his hauler Gale Beaufort.
The #1 Rival
Black Cars 3 Piston Cup No.20 Car - Jackson Storm
Jackson Storm in diecast Cars 3: the high-tech car that challenges Lightning McQueen, essential 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-life driver Daniel Suárez.
- Bubba Wheelhouse — a Next-Gen who brings diversity to the grid.
The Entire Grid
Cars 3 Piston Cup No.48 Car - 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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Veterans Pushed Aside
The arrival of the Next-Gen has a downside: veteran drivers are being replaced one by one. This is the case for Brick Yardley, a Vitoline driver sidelined in favor of a rookie—the perfect illustration of the dilemma at the heart of Cars 3.
Cruz Ramirez: The Game-Changing Next-Gen
The real answer to Storm doesn't come from another rookie, but from Cruz Ramirez: a trainer who becomes a driver, she proves that talent and determination are worth more than statistics alone—and ultimately beats Storm on the track.
The Heroine of Cars 3
Mini Racer Cars 3 - Cruz Ramirez No.51 "Dinoco"
Cruz Ramirez #51 Dinoco in mini racer: 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 and simulator-trained race cars, which gradually makes 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 wins against Storm, mentored by Lightning McQueen.
Is Danny Swervez inspired by a real driver?
Yes, by Mexican NASCAR driver Daniel Suárez.
Where can I find the Next-Gen Cars from Cars 3?
In our Cars 3 collection and our Cars cars and figures.