# @hypewhip on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqp2cJGOQI
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- **Posted:** 2026-06-17T00:13:21.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** HYPEWHIP (@hypewhip) — https://gondola.cc/hypewhip

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❗️Nine years ago today, Cars 3 raced into theaters and surprised audiences with one of the boldest marketing campaigns Pixar has ever created.

The film’s first teaser showed Lightning McQueen suffering a dramatic high-speed crash, instantly making fans realize this would be a much more serious story than previous entries in the franchise.

Its posters matched that intensity, focusing on themes of competition, aging, and the challenge of keeping up with a new generation of racers.

When the movie finally released on June 16, 2017, it delivered an emotional story about legacy, mentorship, and discovering a new purpose beyond winning.

Many fans now consider Cars 3 a return to the racing-focused heart of the original film after the action-heavy direction of Cars 2.

Nearly a decade later, its darker tone and unforgettable promotional artwork remain some of the most iconic in Pixar history.

Looking back nine years later, where does Cars 3 rank among your favorite Cars movies?

What are your thoughts? 🤔💭

#cars #disney #pixar #cars3 #movies

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pixar, movies, disney, cars3, cars

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