Which car is revealed to be the retired racing champion Doc Hudson in Pixar’s Cars?

Doc Hudson is revealed to be a Hudson Hornet in Pixar’s Cars.

The character is a 1951 Hudson Hornet, a real American automobile famous for its “Fabulous Hudson Hornet” racing identity. In the film, Doc hides his former career as the Fabulous Hudson Hornet, a three-time Piston Cup champion who suffered a serious crash and was forgotten by the racing world.

Doc’s history explains his guarded attitude toward Lightning McQueen. He recognizes Lightning’s talent but also sees the rookie’s arrogance and fear of being discarded. Their relationship develops when Doc becomes Lightning’s race mentor.

The Hudson Hornet was produced by Hudson Motor Car Company from 1951 to 1954. Its real racing success, especially in stock-car competition, helped Pixar connect Doc’s fictional career with authentic automotive history. Doc is voiced by Paul Newman in Cars.