In Pixar’s Cars 2, which character is secretly revealed as the mastermind behind the sabotage?

Sir Miles Axlerod is revealed as the mastermind behind the sabotage in Pixar’s Cars 2.

Axlerod presents himself as a former oil tycoon who became an electric car and created the World Grand Prix to promote Allinol, a supposedly clean alternative fuel. His public image makes him appear to support a transition away from petroleum-based racing.

The investigation led by Finn McMissile and Holley Shiftwell uncovers a more dangerous plan. Axlerod uses electromagnetic devices to make Allinol-powered cars malfunction, creating a worldwide scandal intended to discredit alternative fuel. He ultimately reveals himself as the criminal responsible and as the project’s hidden organizer.

Eddie Izzard voices Axlerod, while Michael Caine voices Finn McMissile and Emily Mortimer voices Holley Shiftwell. Professor Zündapp is an important accomplice, which can cause confusion, but he is not the mastermind. Axlerod’s villain identity also explains why he is able to control the World Grand Prix’s organization and fuel policy.