In Cars 2, which character is secretly revealed to be the villain Miles Axlerod?

Miles Axlerod is secretly revealed to be the villain in Cars 2.

Axlerod first appears as a wealthy former oil baron who organizes the World Grand Prix. The movie later reveals that he has secretly transformed himself into an electric car and is directing a plot involving Allinol fuel, electromagnetic weapons, and the destruction of the race’s reputation.

The conspiracy is uncovered as Mater works with British spies Finn McMissile and Holley Shiftwell. Mater’s accidental involvement initially makes him appear foolish, but his observations eventually help expose Axlerod’s identity and motive.

Eddie Izzard provides the English voice of Miles Axlerod. Professor Zündapp is another villain in the film, but he serves as Axlerod’s collaborator rather than the mastermind. Finn McMissile and Rod Redline are spies or intelligence-linked characters, not the final antagonist. This distinction is important because Cars 2 deliberately presents Axlerod as a public benefactor before revealing his role.