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The Top Five Most Dateable Vehicles in the Cars Series 

Adriana Feria-Estrada

Have you ever found yourself attracted to an animated character? If so, don’t worry—you're not the only one. These characters often possess qualities that are considered attractive, and I’d like to explore a few examples from the Pixar animated series, Cars.  

Finn McMissile: A car who lives up to his name. McMissile is a British espionage agent with the gadgets and skills to escape any situation. He’s confident, charismatic and pulls off a moustache—which is no easy feat. However, he has plenty of enemies and dating him likely comes with the risk of mid-dinner ambushes.

Tow Mater: Mater is loyal, adventurous and unapologetically himself. He’s not the most attractive or sophisticated tow truck—and he once mistook wasabi for pistachio ice cream—but he’s got a great heart. 

Red: Red has a gentle soul. He waters flowers, cares for his community and isn’t afraid to show his emotions. While this is important, his tendency to have dramatic meltdowns might be too intense for some. 

Lightning McQueen: At first glance, McQueen has it all. He’s young, fast, confident and determined to become a champion. However, his self-centredness and arrogance make him less attractive. Fortunately, McQueen redeems himself and learns the value of community and sportsmanship, so some might consider him the full package. 

Doc Hudson: The legendary “Hudson Hornet” is the classic retired racer with a guarded past. He may not be flashy, but some are attracted to older partners. As an experienced car, he’s reliable, judicious and wise.

These are just a few of the most dateable vehicles in the popular Pixar series. However, attraction is subjective, and if none of these vehicles appeal to you, there are plenty of other options to choose from.