In Pixar’s Cars 2, what is the name of the German scientist who works with the villains?

In Pixar’s Cars 2, the German scientist working with the villains is Professor Zündapp.

Professor Zündapp is a small German vehicle and a key figure in the conspiracy surrounding the World Grand Prix. He develops the electromagnetic pulse devices used to interfere with racers who run on Allinol, the alternative fuel promoted during the competition.

The character’s plan is connected to a broader attempt to discredit alternative fuel by making it appear dangerous. This gives the film’s spy plot a technological and political dimension beyond the races themselves. Zündapp operates with other conspirators who want to protect older petroleum-based interests.

Professor Zündapp is voiced by Thomas Kretschmann. He is often confused with Sir Miles Axlerod, the apparent energy entrepreneur who promotes the World Grand Prix, or Finn McMissile, the British agent investigating the plot. Zündapp is the scientist and technical planner, not the spy or the public-facing organizer.