In Pixar’s *Cars 2*, which scientist villain leads the plot to sabotage the World Grand Prix?

Professor Zündapp is the scientist villain who helps lead the sabotage plot in Pixar’s *Cars 2*. He works with Sir Miles Axlerod and develops the electromagnetic weapon used to make the alternative fuel Allinol appear dangerous.

Zündapp is a compact German-styled vehicle whose name references the historic Zündapp motorcycle company. In the story, the villains manipulate race cars fitted with hidden devices, causing them to malfunction during World Grand Prix events.

Some viewers remember Axlerod as the sole villain because he is the public organizer of the World Grand Prix. Zündapp, however, is the principal technical mastermind and the character responsible for much of the scientific planning behind the conspiracy.