Formula 1 will welcome a big celebrity this weekend at the Italian GP: none other than Lightning McQueen, the star of the Disney movie Cars. Also, the safety car will feature a paint job inspired by the character.
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The car will be present in Monza to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the franchise launched by Disney and Pixar. McQueen will complete a full lap of the circuit during the event, while the Mercedes-AMG safety car will have a very special design. The event is part of the collaboration between the category and the studio.
The main goal is to create a memorable moment of universe collision for fans of Formula 1, Disney, and Pixar, with the presence of the seven-time Piston Cup champion in Italy.
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Emily Prazer, F1’s commercial director, previously stated that “the success of our partnership with Disney demonstrated what is possible when two globally beloved brands come together around a shared vision of creativity, storytelling, and fan engagement. Expanding our relationship reflects the strength of this collaboration and our ambition to continue creating new experiences for fans around the world.”
“This product collection is the next natural step and combines the excitement of Formula 1 with the universe of *Cars*, from Disney and Pixar, in a way that feels authentic and nostalgic. For many fans, *Cars* represented their first contact with the thrill of racing, making this collaboration a fun way to celebrate the sport’s enduring appeal through characters that generations have come to know and love,” she continued.
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