Latest Cars 3 Trailer Shines the Spotlight on Lightning McQueen's New Rival

Jason Siu
by Jason Siu

His name is Jackson Storm and he presents the next generation of race cars.

Arriving in movie theaters on June 16, Cars 3 sets a new tone for the franchise as Lightning McQueen struggles to stay on top with more advanced race cars hitting the scene. The latest trailer showcases just how cars have changed with “car treadmills,” wind tunnels, virtual reality and interactive race simulation. It’s an entirely new world for McQueen as he looks to reclaim the crown with the aid of new character Cruz Ramirez.

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It appears the movie will touch on a subject many popular athletes endure in their career as they get older. They realize they aren’t as fast or as strong as they used to be, and the younger generation is quickly outperforming them despite years of experience.

Jason Siu
Jason Siu

Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.

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