Tia et Mia : les jumelles fans de Flash McQueen

Tia and Mia: the twin fans of Lightning McQueen

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CharacterMazda MiataLightning McQueen

Their two first names put end to end almost form the word "Miata". Mia and Tia are identical red Mazda Miatas, covered in Lightning McQueen stickers, whose number one fans they proclaim themselves to be. From the very first race in Cars 1, they rush towards him flashing their headlights, before being escorted away by security, then transfer their admiration elsewhere when he disappears. In the original version, Lindsey Collins voices Mia and Elissa Knight lends her voice to Tia. This portrait details the duo and its Mazda nod.

Summary

Introduction: Tia and Mia, Lightning McQueen's Twin Fans

In the world of Cars, Mia and Tia are twins declared "biggest fans" of Lightning McQueen. Their combined names almost form the word "Miata."

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Who are Mia and Tia?

Mia and Tia are identical red Mazda Miata twins, covered in Lightning McQueen stickers. They follow him everywhere and proclaim themselves his number one fans.

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The twins Mia and Tia, two identical red convertibles covered in Lightning McQueen stickers, in the stands in front of a Piston Cup flag
Two strictly identical red Mazda Miatas, their bodywork studded with stickers bearing the likeness of Lightning McQueen.

Their Role in the Movie

From the first race in Cars 1, Mia and Tia rush towards Lightning McQueen, screaming their admiration and flashing their headlights — before being escorted away by security. When the hero disappears, they eventually transfer their admiration elsewhere, reminding him of the inconstancy of fame.

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Mia and Tia repainted green, with Chick Hicks' logo on the hood and C-shaped antennas, in the crowd at a racetrack
With Lightning McQueen gone, the twins switch sides: green paint and Chick Hicks' logo.

Mia + Tia = Miata

The nod is subtle: Mia and Tia put together evoke "Miata", the Mazda model they are inspired by. A typical Pixar play on words.

Red first-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, top down and pop-up headlights raised, parked in a car park
The first-generation Mazda MX-5 Miata, the red model with pop-up headlights from which Mia and Tia take their shape and their names. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.

Anecdotes

  • Mia is voiced in VO by Lindsey Collins, Tia by Elissa Knight
  • they are identical red Mazda Miatas
  • their names almost form "Miata"
  • like Albert Hinkey, they are often cited among Lightning McQueen's biggest fans
Mia and Tia, mouths open, cheering from the stands filled with spectator cars
Up in the stands, the twins scream their support: they are among the most famous fans of Lightning McQueen.

Summary Table

Element Detail
Car Type Mazda Miata (identical twins)
Color Red, Lightning McQueen stickers
Role Lightning McQueen's #1 Fans
Easter Egg Mia + Tia = Miata
VO Voice Lindsey Collins (Mia), Elissa Knight (Tia)
Appearances Cars 1 (notable role), Cars 2 (brief cameo), Cars 3 (simple photo in Sterling's office, no physical appearance)
Cars Car McQueen Fan - Twin Sister "Tia"

McQueen's #1 fans

Cars Car McQueen Fan - Twin Sister "Tia"

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FAQ — Frequently Asked Questions

  • Who are Mia and Tia in Cars?
    They are identical red Mazda Miata twins who proclaim themselves Lightning McQueen's biggest fans.
  • Why are they called Mia and Tia?
    Because their combined names almost form "Miata", the Mazda model they are inspired by.
  • What vehicle are Mia and Tia?
    Identical red Mazda Miatas.
  • Who voices Mia and Tia in the original version?
    Mia by Lindsey Collins and Tia by Elissa Knight.
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