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Lightning McQueen takes a parade lap at Monza as the Safety Car gets a ‘Cars’ makeover

From ANSA · () Italian

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  • Lightning McQueen will take a parade lap at Monza during the 2026 Italian Grand Prix to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cars.
  • The FIA Safety Car, a Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, will use a unique livery inspired by the animated film.
  • Formula 1 and Disney also prepared event-themed collectibles, clothing and die-cast models.

Lightning McQueen is coming to Monza. The legendary seven-time Piston Cup champion will take an honorary lap at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix in a new look created for Formula 1.

The appearance marks a special collaboration between Formula 1, Disney and Mercedes-AMG to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Cars, the Disney and Pixar animated franchise. The official FIA Safety Car, a Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+, will also circle the track with a unique livery designed exclusively for the event.

The collaboration combines motorsport performance with the visual style of the animated film. It extends a global partnership between Formula 1 and Disney that was recently renewed through 2028.

Fans at the circuit and watching remotely will also have access to event-themed collectibles, clothing and die-cast models.

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Originally published by ANSA in Italian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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