Lightning McQueen, a hotshot rookie race car driven to succeed, discovers that life is about the journey, not the finish line, when he finds himself unexpectedly detoured in the sleepy Route 66 town of Radiator Springs. On route across the country to the big Piston Cup Championship in California to compete against two seasoned pros, McQueen gets to know the town's offbeat characters.
The importance of working together and supporting one another is highlighted throughout the movie.
There are some racing accidents and car crashes but no one is seriously hurt.
There are a few scenes with mild romantic undertones and flirting.
There are a few mild insults and name-calling.