Miles Axlerod is revealed to be the main villain behind the Allinol conspiracy in Pixar’s Cars 2.
Axlerod presents himself as the organizer of the World Grand Prix and a former oil baron who has converted to electric power. He promotes Allinol, a supposedly clean alternative fuel, as part of the international racing event.
The conspiracy uses electromagnetic weapons to make cars running on Allinol malfunction or explode. The resulting disasters are intended to make the fuel look dangerous, allowing oil-based fuels to regain popularity. Professor Zündapp helps carry out the plot, but Axlerod is ultimately identified as its mastermind.
The twist is designed to mislead both the audience and the spy characters. Finn McMissile suspects a larger plan, while Mater uncovers crucial evidence despite being dismissed as clumsy. Axlerod’s identity makes the apparent environmental campaign a cover for an oil-industry scheme.