Rich Mixon: Tank Coat's Next-Gen Driver in Cars 3
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Presentation
Rich Mixon is a supporting character in Cars 3 (2017). He is part of the new generation of Next-Gen drivers who are gradually replacing the veteran Piston Cup drivers. He wears the number 36 for sponsor Tank Coat , succeeding Reb Meeker , himself a replacement for Eugene Carbureski in the first Cars (2006).
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Summary
- Design and features
- Role in Cars 3
- Next-Gen Racers and Transition
- Appearances in derivative products
- Anecdotes
- Summary table
- FAQ
Design and features
Like other Next-Gen cars , Rich Mixon is often described by fans as a "2017 Next-Gen SA-3" model—an unofficial designation . It features a pink and white livery adorned with the Tank Coat logo. Its aerodynamic body and sharp design reflect the modernity of this generation of Piston Cup cars.
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Role in Cars 3
Rich Mixon appears during races in the 2017 season , including the Florida 500 , the film's grand finale. Although he doesn't speak, he symbolizes the rise of the Next-Gen against veteran drivers like Lightning McQueen and Cal Weathers .
📰 On the handover between generations: Raoul ÇaRoule, the iconic French driver .
Next-Gen Racers and Transition
The Next-Gen , led by Jackson Storm , embodies the modernization and evolution of motorsport. The replacement of experienced drivers such as Reb Meeker by Rich Mixon illustrates the generational transition at the heart of Cars 3. Pixar highlights the clash between tradition and technology, a central theme of the film.
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Appearances in derivative products
Mattel released Rich Mixon as a 1:55 die-cast figure in the Next-Gen Piston Cup Racers line, as well as a Fireball Beach Racers edition (Target exclusive). These models faithfully reproduce his #36 and Tank Coat livery. He is also playable in the video game Cars 3: Driven to Win , where he is unlocked after completing 85 skill checks .
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Anecdotes
- The name Rich Mixon is sometimes interpreted as a pun on Richard Nixon — a theory not confirmed by Pixar.
- The Tank Coat sponsor succession follows this line: Eugene Carbureski (Cars 1) → Reb Meeker → Rich Mixon .
- Its design follows the typical lines of the Next-Gen , with integrated bumpers and lightweight wheels optimized for speed.
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Summary table
| Full name | Rich Mixon |
|---|---|
| First appearance | Cars 3 (2017) |
| Number | 36 |
| Sponsor | Tank Coat |
| Model (unofficial) | 2017 Next-Gen SA-3 Race Car |
| Main colors | Pink and white |
| Replaces | Reb Meeker (himself successor to Eugene Carbureski ) |
| Role | Next-Gen driver illustrating the modernization of the Piston Cup |
| Derivatives | Mattel 1:55 Die-Cast , Fireball Beach Racers (Target), Cars 3: Driven to Win |
| Special feature | Tank Coat 's iconic pink and white livery |
FAQ
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Does Rich Mixon appear anywhere other than Cars 3 ?
No, only in Cars 3 and its spin-offs . -
What is his race number?
Number 36 . -
What is its main color?
Pink and white , in the colors of Tank Coat . -
Who precedes him at Tank Coat?
Reb Meeker , then previously Eugene Carbureski . -
Is there an official Rich Mixon toy?
Yes, several Mattel 1:55 models , including the Fireball Beach Racers series.
Conclusion
A minor but significant figure, Rich Mixon illustrates the technological transformation and generational transition of the Piston Cup . His distinctive design , his Tank Coat livery and his presence at the Florida 500 make him a symbol of the Next-Gen generation. Appreciated by collectors , he perpetuates the Tank Coat lineage in the mythology of Cars .