Jackson Storm drives number 20 in Pixar’s Cars 3.
Storm is a sleek, high-tech next-generation racer who quickly defeats many established competitors. His arrival creates the central conflict for Lightning McQueen, whose older racing style appears increasingly outmatched by newer technology, data analysis, and specialized training.
The number 20 is displayed as part of Storm’s black-and-blue racing identity. It distinguishes him from McQueen’s number 95 and from Chick Hicks’s number 86 in the original film. These recurring numbers help viewers identify the racers even when their paint schemes change.
Cars 3 uses Storm to represent a generational shift in motorsport. His speed is not presented simply as personal talent; it reflects a broader racing system built around simulation, analytics, and engineered performance. McQueen’s eventual response is to combine his experience with Cruz Ramirez’s abilities.