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{{Infobox Character
{{Character infobox |merch=true
|image = Darrell cartrip.png
|image=
|gender = Male
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|color = Silver metallic, red, blue
|make=1977 [[Chevrolet|Monte Carlo]]
|eye color = Brown
|gender=Male
|occupation = [[RSN]] Announcer<br />
|eye color=Brown
[[Piston Cup Racing Series|Piston Cup]] Announcer<br />
|color=Silver, blue, red, and yellow
[[World Grand Prix]] Announcer<br />
|tires=[[Lightyear]]
|friends = [[Bob Cutlass]]<br />
|home=[[Kentucky]], [[United States|USA]]
[[Brent Mustangburger]]<br />
|occupation=[[Piston Cup Racing Series|Piston Cup]] racer (formerly)<br>
[[David Hobbscap]]<br />
[[Racing Sports Network|RSN]] and [[World Grand Prix]] announcer<br>
|interests = Announcing<br />
|performer=[[Darrell Waltrip]]
Racing<br />
|first_appearance=''[[Cars]]''
|talents = Racing (older talent)<br>Announcing
|latest_appearance=''[[Cars 3: Driven to Win]]'' (voice only)}}
|first appearance = [[Cars]]
{{Quote|Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racin'!|Darrell Cartrip|Cars}}
|performer = [[Darrell Waltrip]]}}'''Darrell Cartrip''' is a comedic and fun racing announcer in the [[Piston Cup Racing Series|Piston Cup]].
'''Darrell Cartrip''' is a 1977 [[Chevrolet]] Monte Carlo, who announces for the [[Racing Sports Network]]. He is usually associated with the [[Piston Cup Racing Series]], but occasionally commentates other events, such as [[Miles Axlerod]]'s [[World Grand Prix]]. He is known for his comedic and lighthearted style of commentary, which often contrasts his fellow announcers' more serious and traditional approach. Darrell is also a retired Piston Cup champion.


==Bio==
==History==
A southern gentleman and ex-Piston Cup champion, DC knows what it takes to win. He's in the booth with [[Bob Cutlass]] for every major Cup event, calling the play-by-play and adding humor and personality to the commentary. But when the flag drops, he's all business, that is until he shouts his signature, "Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! Let's go racing boys!!"
===''Cars''===
===Cars===
[[File:Darrell cars.png|thumb|left|220px|Darrell Cartrip and Bob Cutlass.]]
In ''[[Cars]]'', Darrell and [[Bob Cutlass]] commentate the 2005 [[Dinoco 400]]. At the start of the race, Darrell and Bob introduce [[The King]], [[Chick Hicks]], and [[Lightning McQueen]] to the audience, explaining that the three cars are tied with a score 5,013 points, and the winner of the race will take home the Piston Cup. They are shocked at the 33-car wreck caused by Chick Hicks and are even more surprised when McQueen manages to carefully weave through the accident, avoiding contact. When the race results in the first three-way tie in Piston Cup history, Darrell and Bob are ecstatic, excitedly jabbering while trying to determine the winner.


In [[Cars]], Darrell Cartrip is one of the two Piston Cup racing announcers. He is a sporty, fun, and comedic announcer that was absolutely shocked when [[Lightning McQueen]], [[Strip Weathers|The King]] and [[Chick Hicks]] created the first ever 3-way tie in racing history.
A tie-breaker race is held at the [[Los Angeles International Speedway]] to determine the true winner, and Darrell and Bob commentate that as well. They are surprised when they notice the [[Doc Hudson|Fabulous Hudson Hornet]] is serving as McQueen's crew chief. Darrell later comments on McQueen's actions on forfeiting the win so he can help The King, stating that he's giving him a slight bump draft following his crash to Chick Hicks.
===Cars: The Video Game===
In Cars: The Video Game, Darrell appears as a playable character during the Piston Cup races in arcade mode, and is unlocked by default. His stats are 5 for speed, 4 for acceleration, 3 for handling, and 4 for stability.


During story mode, Darrell is the announcer for the Piston Cup races, making remarks about the various racers.
===''Cars: The Videogame''===
[[File:DarrellCarsGame.jpg|thumb|220px|Darrell in a Piston Cup race.]]
In the story mode of ''[[Cars: The Videogame]]'', Darrell is the sole commentator throughout the 2006 season. At the first race at [[Palm Mile Speedway]], Darrell explains that with The King retired, the rivalry between Chick and McQueen is stronger than ever. In Piston Cup Races, Darrell frequently makes remarks about the player and the other racers.


===Cars 2===
After McQueen and Chick agree to a competition called the Radiator Springs Grand Prix, the Racing Sports Network decides to cover it, and Darrell announces alongside [[Mater]].


In [[Cars 2]], Darrell Cartrip was selected by [[Miles Axlerod]] to host the World Grand Prix, among two others. He is still his jumpy self, and is once again the comedic announcer compared to the others.
Darrell is also a playable character in arcade mode, though he can only be selected in Piston Cup races. He has high stats all-around, with great speed, handling, and stability, and decent handling. Darrell also still comments on the race even when he is selected to be played as.


==Personality==
===''Cars 2''===
[[File:Brent Mustangburger.png|thumb|left|220px|Darrell, Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap.]]
In ''[[Cars 2]]'', Darrell Cartrip is selected by [[Miles Axlerod]] to host the [[World Grand Prix]], among two others, [[Brent Mustangburger]] and [[David Hobbscap]]. He is still his jumpy self and is once again the comedic announcer compared to the others.
 
===''Cars: Fast as Lightning''===
In ''[[Cars: Fast as Lightning]]'', both Darrell and Bob Cutlass make cameo appearances on each racer's track. They are seen in the skybox up in the bleachers, supposedly commentating the races that happen.
 
===''Cars 3''===
[[File:DarrellCartripCars3Artwork.jpg|thumb|220px|Artwork from ''Cars 3''.]]
In ''[[Cars 3]]'', Darrell and Bob return to announce the 2016 and 2017 Piston Cup seasons. They often highlight the friendship between Lightning McQueen, [[Bobby Swift]], and [[Cal Weathers]]. Once [[Jackson Storm]] starts a winning streak, Darrell and Bob are continually impressed by his victories. During the final race of the 2016 Piston Cup season, Darrell comments on how McQueen is fading fast before he spins out of control and crashes. He along with Bob & [[Natalie Certain]] commentated at the [[Florida 500]], the first race of the 2017 Piston cup season.
 
===''Cars 3: Driven to Win''===
In ''[[Cars 3: Driven to Win]]'', Darrell serves as the announcer for all racing events in the game, similar to his story mode appearance in ''Cars: The Videogame''.
 
==General information==
===Physical description===
Darrell is based on a 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, which [[Darrell Waltrip]] used that year. He is painted in chrome, with a flame design on his front heading up through his hood. He has yellow headlights, a black grille, and chrome rims. He has his old racing number "17" painted in yellow on his side as well as his roof.
 
===Personality and traits===
Darrell is fun and comedic, parallel to Bob Cutlass' sophisticated and serious racing style.
Darrell is fun and comedic, parallel to Bob Cutlass' sophisticated and serious racing style.


==Livery==
===Powers and abilities===
Darrel is painted in chrome, with a flame design on his front heading up through his hood. He has yellow headlights, a black grille, and chrome rims surrounded by the usual black tire threads. He has his old racing number "17" painted in yellow on his side as well as his hood.
Darrell's sense of humor and knowledge of racing makes him one of the best racing announcers ever, alongside other big names such as Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap. He is a former Piston Cup racecar himself, and a very talented three-time Piston Cup champion. He won the 1981, 1982, and 1985 Piston Cup championships, before retiring during the 2000 season to become an announcer. 
 
==Appearances==
*''[[Cars]]''
*''[[Cars: The Videogame]]''
*''[[Cars 2]]''
*''[[Cars: Fast as Lightning]]''
*''[[Cars 3]]''
*''[[Cars 3: Driven to Win]]''
 
==Official profiles==
===''Car Finder Game''===
*''A southern gentleman and ex-Piston Cup champion, DC knows what it takes to win. He's in the booth with Bob Cutlass for every major Cup event, calling the play-by-play and adding humor and personality to the commentary. But when the flag drops, he's all business, that is until he shouts his signature, "Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! Let's go racing!!''
===''Meet the Cars''===
*''D.C. is a Southern gentleman and ex-Piston Cup champion, and he knows what it takes to win. He's in the booth with Bob Cutlass for every major cup event, calling the play-by-play and adding humor and personality to the commentary. But when the racing flag drops, he's all business. That is, until he shouts his signature, "Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racing, boys!!"''
===''Pixarpedia''===
*''Darrell Cartrip and Bob Cutlass are a real double act. While Bob is a more laidback commentator. Darrell is famous for his enthusiastic outpourings.''
===''Cars: Character Encyclopedia''===
*''Darrell Cartrip is an enthusiastic STA race commentator. His passion for racing is legendary! The Darrell diecast is the only Cars model that has a web site address on the trunk (Darrell Waltrip's, the real-life racing star).''


==Model==
===''Cars: The Videogame''===
Darrell is based on a 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, which [[Darrell Waltrip]] used that year.
*Stats
**Speed: 5
**Acceleration: 4
**Handling: 3
**Stability: 4


==Occupation==
===''Cars 2''===
Previously a legendary race car on the Piston Cup circuit, Darrell is now a famous Piston Cup announcer alongside his good friend Bob Cutlass.
*Bios
**"''Darrell Cartrip is a legendary multi-Piston Cup champion turned beloved racing announcer. The Kentucky-born #17 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is known for his wild color commentary, delighting Piston Cup fans with his humor, charisma and signature catchphrases—"Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racin', boys!" He's spent years on the track, in the pits and in the grease, and he’ll tell you all about it. This American Southern gentleman knows what it takes to win and plans to bring that fervent expertise to calling the World Grand Prix.''"<ref name="cars2productionnotes">[http://a.dolimg.com/franchise/cars/content/promos/movies/cars2_production_notes.pdf ''Cars 2'' production notes]</ref>


==Appearances==
==Portrayals==
===Feature Films===
*[[Darrell Waltrip]] - All appearances
*[[Cars]]
*[[Akira Fukuzawa]] (Japanese; ''Cars 1-3'')
*[[Cars 2]]
 
===Video Games===
==Gallery==
*[[Cars: The Video Game]]
<gallery>
DarrellCarsTheVideoGame.jpg|Artwork from ''Cars: The Videogame''
Cat PC-reporters car.png|Artwork from ''Cars 2''. (Note the blacked-out Lightyear font.)
DarrellCartripCars13.jpg|''Cars''
DarrellBob778.jpg|''Cars''
Brent darell cars 2 rsn.png|''Cars 2''
Darrel.png|''Cars 2''
Darrell -1.png|Cars 2
Bob and Darrell.png|''Cars 3''
BnD.png|''Cars 3''
BnD2.png|''Cars 3''
Bob, Darrell and Natalie.png|''Cars 3''
Vlcsnap-2013-04-18-12h17m19s35.png|''Cars: The Videogame''
Cars 02 rev 03.jpg|Darrell racing at the Radiator Springs Raceway.
Bandicam 2020-09-01 23-31-46-402.jpg|Diecast (Cars variant)
Maxresdefault (5).jpg|Diecast (Cars 2 variant)
Bandicam 2020-09-01 23-13-02-905.jpg|Diecast (headset)
</gallery>


==Merchandising==
==Names in other languages==
*[[1:55 Scale Diecast]] (''regular'' and with headset)
*Croatian: ''Ivica Kurbličko''
*[[Mini Adventures]]
*Czech: ''Karol Kolák''
*[[Micro Drifters]] (''coming soon'')
*Danish: ''Ræson Rat''
*[[Disney Store Diecast Line]]
*Finnish: ''Erkki Muskelipeli''
*German: ''Chris Dinner''
*Japanese: ''ダレル・カートリップ'' (transcription: ''Dareru kātorippu'')
*Lithuanian: ''Darelas Kartripas''
*Norwegian:
**''Kjell Kristian Rygge'' (''[[Cars]]'')
**''Vakle Hjulbrandsen'' (''[[Cars 2]]'' and subsequent)
*Polish:
**''Daniel Byłhulał''
**''Darrel Cartrip''
*Russian: ''Даррел Картрип'' (transcription: ''Darrel Kartrip'')
*European Spanish: ''Darrell Carter''
*Swedish: ''Johan Motorén''
*Turkish: Darrel Binyol (Only in Cars 2)
*Ukrainian: ''Даррел Кардан''


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*Darrell is based on the real life NASCAR Champion driver Darrell Waltrip, who currently works as a television race commentator for Fox Broadcasting and Speed TV.
*Darrell is based on the real-life NASCAR Champion driver Darrell Waltrip, who formerly worked as a television race commentator for Fox Broadcasting and Speed TV.
*Darrell's diecast is light gray. This differs from his appearance in the films, where he is of a solid blue color tone.
*Darrell's diecast is light gray. This differs from his appearance in the films, where he is of a solid blue color tone.
*On the back of the the die-cast toy reads DWstore.com, which is a real website selling Darrell Waltrip-related merchandise such as T-shirts. Surprisingly enough, the inscription is visible on Darrell Cartrip himself in Cars 2, despite it being a real-world reference to Darrell Waltrip.
*The back of the die-cast toy reads DWstore.com which is a real website selling Darrell Waltrip-related merchandise such as T-shirts. Surprisingly enough, the inscription is visible on Darrell Cartrip himself in ''Cars 2'', despite it being a real-world reference to Darrell Waltrip.
*Darrell Cartrip doesn't know [[Tow Mater|Mater]] in Cars 2, even though he does in Cars: The Video Game.
*Darrell Cartrip does not know [[Mater]] in ''Cars 2'', even though he does in ''[[Cars: The Videogame]]''.
*In ''[[Cars 2]]'', the [[Lightyear]] lettering font on his tires are blacked out, but the font changed back to the proper white letters in ''[[Cars 3]]''.
**It may be worth nothing that this might've been an error.


==Quotes==
==Quotes==
===From ''Cars''===
*"''Bob, my oil pressure's through the roof right now. If this gets any more exciting, they're gonna have to tow me outta the booth!''" - ''Cars''
{{Quote|'''Bob Cutlass:''' "Welcome back to the Dinoco 400. I'm Bob Cutlass, here with my good friend, Darrell Cartrip. We're midway through what may turn out to be an historic day for racing."<br>'''Darrell Cartrip:''' "Bob, my oil pressure's through the roof right now. If this gets any more exciting, they're gonna have to tow me outta the booth!"<br>'''Bob Cutlass:''' "Right you are, Darrell. Three cars are tied for the season points lead, heading into the final race of the season. And the winner of this race, Darrell, will win the season title and the Piston Cup. Does The King, Strip Weathers, have one more victory in him before retirement?"<br>'''Darrell Cartrip:''' "He's been Dinoco's golden boy for years! Can he win them one last Piston Cup?"<br>'''Bob Cutlass:''' "And, as always, in the second place spot we find Chick Hicks. He's been chasing that tailfin his entire career."<br>'''Darrell Cartrip:''' "Chick thought this was his year, Bob. His chance to finally emerge from The King's shadow. But the last thing he expected was...Lightning McQueen!"<br>'''Bob Cutlass:''' "You know, I don't think anybody expected this. The rookie sensation came into the season unknown. But everyone knows him now."<br>'''Darrell Cartrip:''' "Will he be the first rookie to win a Piston Cup and land Dinoco?"<br>'''Bob Cutlass:''' "The legend, the runner-up, and the rookie! Three cars, one champion!"|Bob Cutlass and Darrell Cartrip}}
*"''He's been Dinoco's golden boy for years! Can he win them one last Piston Cup?''" - ''Cars''
*"''I don't believe what I'm watching, Bob! - Cars''
*"''Lightning McQueen is 100 feet from his Piston Cup!''" - ''Cars''
*"''Man, this is exciting!''" - ''Cars''
*"''Alright! We can take 'em.''" - ''Cars: The Videogame''
*"''C'mon, let's get in there.''" - ''Cars: The Videogame''
*"''McQueen is fading! Fading fast!''" - ''Cars 3''
*"''I am so stoked about this one!''" - ''Cars 3: Driven to Win''
*"''And there goes just... well, just about everybody!''" - ''Cars 3: Driven to Win''


===From ''Cars 2''===
==References==
{{Quote|'''Brent Mustangburger:''' "Lightning McQueen loses in the last lap to [[Francesco Bernoulli]] in the first race of the World Grand Prix. And 3 - count 'em - 3 cars flamed out leaving some to suggest that their fuel, [[Allinol]], might be to blame."<br>'''Miles Axlerod:''' "Allinol is safe! Alternative fuel is safe! There is no way my fuel caused these cars to flame out!"<br>'''Darrell Cartrip:''' "Well, the jury may still be out on whether Allinol caused these accidents, but one thing's for sure, Lightning McQueen blew this race!"<br>'''Brent Mustangburger:''' "Team McQueen can't be happy right now."|[[Brent Mustangburger]], Darrell Cartrip and [[David Hobbscap]] do the announcements after the race in Tokyo.}}
{{Reflist}}


==Gallery==
<gallery position="center" captionalign="center" spacing="small" bordersize="none">
Cars darrell cartrip.jpg|Darrell Cartrip with Bob Cutlass
darrel.png|Darrell in Cars 2
Brent darell cars 2 rsn.png|Darrell reporting in the World Grand Prix with Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap
Cartripthumb.jpg|Darrell Cartrip announcing about the Piston Cup
DarrellCarsGame.jpg|Darrell racing in Cars: The Video Game
vlcsnap-2013-04-18-12h17m19s35.png
DarrellCartripCars1.jpg|Diecast
409338873.jpg|Cars 2 Diecast
DarrellCartripwithHeadsetDiecast.jpeg|Diecast with Headphones
DarrellCartripMiniAdventures.GIF|Mini Adventures
DarrellCartripMicroDrifters.jpg|Micro Drifters
DarrellDisneyStore.jpg|Disney Store
</gallery>
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Latest revision as of 21:54, 5 August 2024

Darrell Cartrip
Vehicle type 1977 Monte Carlo
Color Silver, blue, red, and yellow
Occupation Piston Cup racer (formerly)

RSN and World Grand Prix announcer

Main portrayer(s) Darrell Waltrip
First appearance Cars
Latest appearance Cars 3: Driven to Win (voice only)
Character information
Gender Male




Home Kentucky, USA
"Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racin'!"
Darrell Cartrip, Cars

Darrell Cartrip is a 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, who announces for the Racing Sports Network. He is usually associated with the Piston Cup Racing Series, but occasionally commentates other events, such as Miles Axlerod's World Grand Prix. He is known for his comedic and lighthearted style of commentary, which often contrasts his fellow announcers' more serious and traditional approach. Darrell is also a retired Piston Cup champion.

History

Cars

Darrell Cartrip and Bob Cutlass.

In Cars, Darrell and Bob Cutlass commentate the 2005 Dinoco 400. At the start of the race, Darrell and Bob introduce The King, Chick Hicks, and Lightning McQueen to the audience, explaining that the three cars are tied with a score 5,013 points, and the winner of the race will take home the Piston Cup. They are shocked at the 33-car wreck caused by Chick Hicks and are even more surprised when McQueen manages to carefully weave through the accident, avoiding contact. When the race results in the first three-way tie in Piston Cup history, Darrell and Bob are ecstatic, excitedly jabbering while trying to determine the winner.

A tie-breaker race is held at the Los Angeles International Speedway to determine the true winner, and Darrell and Bob commentate that as well. They are surprised when they notice the Fabulous Hudson Hornet is serving as McQueen's crew chief. Darrell later comments on McQueen's actions on forfeiting the win so he can help The King, stating that he's giving him a slight bump draft following his crash to Chick Hicks.

Cars: The Videogame

Darrell in a Piston Cup race.

In the story mode of Cars: The Videogame, Darrell is the sole commentator throughout the 2006 season. At the first race at Palm Mile Speedway, Darrell explains that with The King retired, the rivalry between Chick and McQueen is stronger than ever. In Piston Cup Races, Darrell frequently makes remarks about the player and the other racers.

After McQueen and Chick agree to a competition called the Radiator Springs Grand Prix, the Racing Sports Network decides to cover it, and Darrell announces alongside Mater.

Darrell is also a playable character in arcade mode, though he can only be selected in Piston Cup races. He has high stats all-around, with great speed, handling, and stability, and decent handling. Darrell also still comments on the race even when he is selected to be played as.

Cars 2

Darrell, Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap.

In Cars 2, Darrell Cartrip is selected by Miles Axlerod to host the World Grand Prix, among two others, Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap. He is still his jumpy self and is once again the comedic announcer compared to the others.

Cars: Fast as Lightning

In Cars: Fast as Lightning, both Darrell and Bob Cutlass make cameo appearances on each racer's track. They are seen in the skybox up in the bleachers, supposedly commentating the races that happen.

Cars 3

Artwork from Cars 3.

In Cars 3, Darrell and Bob return to announce the 2016 and 2017 Piston Cup seasons. They often highlight the friendship between Lightning McQueen, Bobby Swift, and Cal Weathers. Once Jackson Storm starts a winning streak, Darrell and Bob are continually impressed by his victories. During the final race of the 2016 Piston Cup season, Darrell comments on how McQueen is fading fast before he spins out of control and crashes. He along with Bob & Natalie Certain commentated at the Florida 500, the first race of the 2017 Piston cup season.

Cars 3: Driven to Win

In Cars 3: Driven to Win, Darrell serves as the announcer for all racing events in the game, similar to his story mode appearance in Cars: The Videogame.

General information

Physical description

Darrell is based on a 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, which Darrell Waltrip used that year. He is painted in chrome, with a flame design on his front heading up through his hood. He has yellow headlights, a black grille, and chrome rims. He has his old racing number "17" painted in yellow on his side as well as his roof.

Personality and traits

Darrell is fun and comedic, parallel to Bob Cutlass' sophisticated and serious racing style.

Powers and abilities

Darrell's sense of humor and knowledge of racing makes him one of the best racing announcers ever, alongside other big names such as Brent Mustangburger and David Hobbscap. He is a former Piston Cup racecar himself, and a very talented three-time Piston Cup champion. He won the 1981, 1982, and 1985 Piston Cup championships, before retiring during the 2000 season to become an announcer.

Appearances

Official profiles

Car Finder Game

  • A southern gentleman and ex-Piston Cup champion, DC knows what it takes to win. He's in the booth with Bob Cutlass for every major Cup event, calling the play-by-play and adding humor and personality to the commentary. But when the flag drops, he's all business, that is until he shouts his signature, "Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! Let's go racing!!

Meet the Cars

  • D.C. is a Southern gentleman and ex-Piston Cup champion, and he knows what it takes to win. He's in the booth with Bob Cutlass for every major cup event, calling the play-by-play and adding humor and personality to the commentary. But when the racing flag drops, he's all business. That is, until he shouts his signature, "Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racing, boys!!"

Pixarpedia

  • Darrell Cartrip and Bob Cutlass are a real double act. While Bob is a more laidback commentator. Darrell is famous for his enthusiastic outpourings.

Cars: Character Encyclopedia

  • Darrell Cartrip is an enthusiastic STA race commentator. His passion for racing is legendary! The Darrell diecast is the only Cars model that has a web site address on the trunk (Darrell Waltrip's, the real-life racing star).

Cars: The Videogame

  • Stats
    • Speed: 5
    • Acceleration: 4
    • Handling: 3
    • Stability: 4

Cars 2

  • Bios
    • "Darrell Cartrip is a legendary multi-Piston Cup champion turned beloved racing announcer. The Kentucky-born #17 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is known for his wild color commentary, delighting Piston Cup fans with his humor, charisma and signature catchphrases—"Boogity, boogity, boogity! Let's go racin', boys!" He's spent years on the track, in the pits and in the grease, and he’ll tell you all about it. This American Southern gentleman knows what it takes to win and plans to bring that fervent expertise to calling the World Grand Prix."[1]

Portrayals

Gallery

Names in other languages

  • Croatian: Ivica Kurbličko
  • Czech: Karol Kolák
  • Danish: Ræson Rat
  • Finnish: Erkki Muskelipeli
  • German: Chris Dinner
  • Japanese: ダレル・カートリップ (transcription: Dareru kātorippu)
  • Lithuanian: Darelas Kartripas
  • Norwegian:
    • Kjell Kristian Rygge (Cars)
    • Vakle Hjulbrandsen (Cars 2 and subsequent)
  • Polish:
    • Daniel Byłhulał
    • Darrel Cartrip
  • Russian: Даррел Картрип (transcription: Darrel Kartrip)
  • European Spanish: Darrell Carter
  • Swedish: Johan Motorén
  • Turkish: Darrel Binyol (Only in Cars 2)
  • Ukrainian: Даррел Кардан

Trivia

  • Darrell is based on the real-life NASCAR Champion driver Darrell Waltrip, who formerly worked as a television race commentator for Fox Broadcasting and Speed TV.
  • Darrell's diecast is light gray. This differs from his appearance in the films, where he is of a solid blue color tone.
  • The back of the die-cast toy reads DWstore.com which is a real website selling Darrell Waltrip-related merchandise such as T-shirts. Surprisingly enough, the inscription is visible on Darrell Cartrip himself in Cars 2, despite it being a real-world reference to Darrell Waltrip.
  • Darrell Cartrip does not know Mater in Cars 2, even though he does in Cars: The Videogame.
  • In Cars 2, the Lightyear lettering font on his tires are blacked out, but the font changed back to the proper white letters in Cars 3.
    • It may be worth nothing that this might've been an error.

Quotes

  • "Bob, my oil pressure's through the roof right now. If this gets any more exciting, they're gonna have to tow me outta the booth!" - Cars
  • "He's been Dinoco's golden boy for years! Can he win them one last Piston Cup?" - Cars
  • "I don't believe what I'm watching, Bob! - Cars
  • "Lightning McQueen is 100 feet from his Piston Cup!" - Cars
  • "Man, this is exciting!" - Cars
  • "Alright! We can take 'em." - Cars: The Videogame
  • "C'mon, let's get in there." - Cars: The Videogame
  • "McQueen is fading! Fading fast!" - Cars 3
  • "I am so stoked about this one!" - Cars 3: Driven to Win
  • "And there goes just... well, just about everybody!" - Cars 3: Driven to Win

References