In Pixar's Cars 3, Jackson Storm is the high-tech racer who initially outpaces Lightning McQueen.
Storm is a next-generation Piston Cup competitor with a sleek black design and the racing number 20. He represents a new generation of cars whose advanced simulation, training, and engineering give them an advantage over established racers.
His victory over McQueen early in the film forces McQueen to confront the possibility that his career is reaching its end. Storm's dominance is not based on a personal feud alone; it reflects the broader technological change transforming the sport.
Storm is voiced by Armie Hammer. The character serves as the principal on-track antagonist of Cars 3, while McQueen's deeper challenge is learning how to adapt, mentor Cruz Ramirez, and define success beyond simply remaining the fastest racer.