Tex Dinoco : Le magnat du pétrole et mécène de la Piston Cup

Tex Dinoco: Oil tycoon and Piston Cup patron

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Introduction: Tex Dinoco, the Piston Cup Magnate

In the world of Cars, Tex Dinoco is the wealthy owner of the Dinoco team, the most prestigious oil brand in the championship.

📘 To discover his historic champion, also read The King.

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Who is Tex Dinoco?

Tex Dinoco is an imposing 1975 gold Cadillac Coupe de Ville, adorned with longhorn horns. A Texan at heart, he runs the Dinoco empire and sponsors the best cars in the Piston Cup.

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Dinoco, the Dream Team

Dinoco is the most coveted sponsor on the circuit: it's the team that Lightning McQueen dreams of joining at the beginning of Cars 1. Tex supported The King for a long time and is looking for a successor to wear his blue colors.

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Tex's Personality

  • warm, generous, and good-natured
  • proud of his Texan roots
  • deep knowledge of car racing
  • loyal to his drivers

Fun Facts

  • Tex is voiced in the original version by H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler, famous promoter of the Charlotte Motor Speedway
  • he is a 1975 gold Cadillac Coupe de Ville with longhorn horns
  • at the end of the film, he offers Lightning McQueen a spot at Dinoco — who refuses out of loyalty to Rust-eze
  • Dinoco reappears in Cars 3 as Cruz Ramirez's sponsor

Summary Table

Element Detail
Car Type Cadillac Coupe de Ville (1975)
Color Gold, longhorn horns
Role Owner of the Dinoco team
Historic Driver The King
Voice (VO) H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler
Appearances Cars 1, 3

FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Tex Dinoco in Cars?
Tex is the owner of the Dinoco team, a 1975 gold Cadillac and the most prestigious patron of the Piston Cup.

What is Dinoco?
Dinoco is the most coveted oil brand and team in the championship, which Lightning McQueen dreams of joining.

Who voices Tex in the original version?
Tex is voiced by H.A. "Humpy" Wheeler, promoter of the Charlotte Motor Speedway.

What car is Tex Dinoco?
A 1975 gold Cadillac Coupe de Ville, adorned with longhorn horns.

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