The Ultimate List of Cars Quotes: Hilarious, Inspirational, and Energizing

Get ready to embark on a journey down Route 66 with Disney•Pixar’s beloved Cars trilogy as we present to you the ultimate collection of quotes! Packed with wisdom and humor from Lightning McQueen, Mater, Sally, and other iconic characters, these quotes are sure to put a smile on your face and inspire you to rev up your engines.

Lightning McQueen: The Speed Demon with a Heart

• “Ka-Chow!”
• “I wanted to give the folks a little sizzle.” (Cars)
• “They’re driving right by, they don’t even know what they’re missing.” (Cars)
• “One winner, 42 losers. I eat losers for breakfast.” (Cars)
• “Focus. Speed. I am speed.” (Cars)
• “This grumpy old race car I know once told me something, ‘It’s an empty cup.'” (Cars)
• “And there’s the insult we were missing.” (Cars 2)
• “This one’s for you, Doc.” (Cars 3)
• “I decide when I’m done.” (Cars 3)
• “I’m coming for you, Storm.” (Cars 3)

Mater: The Lovable Tow Truck

• “Oh, he’s just a little bit shy, and he hates ya for killing his flowers.” (Cars)
• “McQueen and Sally parked beneath a tree, K-I-S-sumthin’, sumthin’, sumthin’ … T!” (Cars)
• “I know’d you wouldn’t leave without saying goodbye!” (Cars)
• “Goodbye! Okay, I’m good.” (Cars)
• “I sure wish he’d hurry up and get back ’cause we got a whole summer’s worth of best friend fun to make up for.” (Cars 2)
• “Tow Mater. Average intelligence.” (Cars 2)
• “Whatever you do, DO NOT EAT the free pistachio ice cream! It has TURNED.” (Cars 2)

Doc Hudson: The Wise Old Mentor

• “I knew you couldn’t drive, I didn’t know you couldn’t read.” (Cars)
• “You think I quit? … They quit on me.” (Cars)
• “There was a lot left in me. I never got the chance to show them.” (Cars)
• “These are good folk around here who care about one another. I don’t want them depending on someone they can’t count on.” (Cars)
• “I didn’t come all this way to see you quit.” (Cars)
• “Well, I really didn’t have a choice. Mater didn’t get to say goodbye.” (Cars)
• “Kid, you can beat these guys. Find a groove that works for ya, and get that lap back.” (Cars)

Sally: The Radiator Springs Advocate

• “It’s even better than I pictured it. Thank you.” (Cars)
• “Because we are a town worth fixing!” (Cars)
• “I hope you find what you’re looking for.” (Cars)
• “Don’t fear failure. Be afraid of not having the chance. You have the chance!” (Cars 3)

Cruz Ramirez: The Aspiring Racer

• “The beach ate me.” (Cars 3)
• “I used to watch you on TV, flying through the air. You seemed so fearless. I wish I knew what that felt like.” (Cars 3)
• “HE SAID YOU’RE OLD—” (Cars 3)

Jackson Storm: The Cocky Newcomer

• “Wow, thank you, Mr. McQueen! You have no idea what a pleasure it is for me to finally beat you.” (Cars 3)
• “I think you heard me.” (Cars 3)
• “You had a good run. Enjoy your retirement!” (Cars 3)

Radiator Springs Sheriff: The Voice of Authority

• “What in the blue blazes? Crazy hotrodder!” (Cars)
• “Mater! What did I tell you about talking to the accused?” (Cars)

Fillmore & Sarge: The Colorful Characters

• “Fly away, Stanley, be free!” – Fillmore (Cars)
• “Oh, take a carwash, hippie.” – Sarge (Cars)
• “It’s futile to resist change, man.” – Fillmore (Cars 3)

Luigi & Guido: The Passionate Pit Crew

• “You are a famous race car? A real race car?” – Luigi (Cars)
• “I must scream it to the world, my excitement from the top of someplace very high!” – Luigi (Cars)
• “Pitstop!” – Guido (Cars)

Which Cars quotes are your favorites? Let the magic of Disney•Pixar’s Cars transport you to a world of laughter and inspiration. Watch Cars now on Disney+ to enjoy even more wise words from your favorite characters.