In Pixar's Cars 2, which actor voices the villain Miles Axlerod?

Eddie Izzard voices the villain Miles Axlerod in Pixar's Cars 2.

Miles Axlerod is introduced as a former oil baron who supposedly became an electric car after traveling around the world. He presents the World Grand Prix and promotes Allinol, an alternative fuel, as part of a plan that conceals his real motives.

Izzard's voice performance gives Axlerod a polished, public-facing manner that contrasts with the character's secret identity. The film combines racing with spy-film conventions, so Axlerod's role is revealed through a conspiracy involving the race, Allinol, and electromagnetic weapons.

Cars 2 features a large international cast, including Owen Wilson as Lightning McQueen, Larry the Cable Guy as Mater, Michael Caine as Finn McMissile, and Emily Mortimer as Holley Shiftwell. The villain is sometimes confused with Professor Zündapp, another antagonist who works within the conspiracy.