In Pixar's Cars 2, what is the name of the villainous scientist behind the race-fixing plot?

In Pixar's Cars 2, Professor Zündapp is the villainous scientist behind the race-fixing plot.

Professor Zündapp is a small German vehicle who works with the film's criminal conspiracy. He helps develop the electromagnetic pulse technology used to interfere with racers during the World Grand Prix. The attacks are presented as accidents, but they are part of a deliberate plan.

The conspiracy is connected to Miles Axlerod, the former oil baron who presents himself as an environmental advocate. The villains aim to discredit Allinol, an alternative fuel, by making it appear dangerous when exposed to the electromagnetic pulse.

Zündapp is sometimes confused with Miles Axlerod because both are central to the plot. Finn McMissile is an opposing spy, while Acer is one of the henchmen involved in the criminal operation.