Meet Ronnie!

As any parent knows, little ones have a way of discovering something that completely captures their attention. For my 2-year-old son, Ronnie, that special something is Disney Pixar Cars! From the moment he first saw Lightning McQueen race across the screen, it was as if a whole new world opened up for him—a world filled with fast cars, bright colors, and endless excitement.

5/8/20242 min read

Why My 2-Year-Old Ronnie Loves Disney Pixar Cars

As any parent knows, little ones have a way of discovering something that completely captures their attention. For my 2-year-old son, Ronnie, that special something is Disney Pixar Cars! From the moment he first saw Lightning McQueen race across the screen, it was as if a whole new world opened up for him—a world filled with fast cars, bright colors, and endless excitement.

The Magic of Cars Through a Child’s Eyes

What is it about Cars that fascinates Ronnie so much? To start, there’s the obvious: cars! Like many toddlers, Ronnie is already fascinated by anything that has wheels and moves quickly. But when those cars come to life, talking, racing, and going on adventures, it becomes pure magic for him. He loves watching Lightning McQueen zoom around the racetrack, and his little eyes light up when Mater, the goofy tow truck, comes on screen with his hilarious antics.

It’s the perfect combination of action and humor, with the characters moving in a way that grabs Ronnie’s attention instantly. Even though he’s too young to fully understand the plot, the vivid animation and fun personalities of the cars keep him entertained.

His Favorite Characters: Lightning McQueen and Mater

No surprise here—Ronnie’s all-time favorite character is Lightning McQueen. There’s something about that bright red race car with the lightning bolt that just captivates him. Whenever McQueen says his famous catchphrase "Ka-Chow!" you can see Ronnie try to mimic him, and it's adorable. He’ll even point at anything red and shout "McQueen!" as if the car is everywhere around him.

Mater is another one of his favorites, and I think it’s because Mater’s silly, carefree attitude makes him the perfect comic relief. Ronnie laughs every time Mater does something goofy, whether it’s messing up his tow job or going on his hilarious spy mission in Cars 2.

The Love for Cars Toys and Playtime

If you walk into our living room, you’ll probably find Ronnie surrounded by Cars toys. Whether it’s his Lightning McQueen die-cast model, his plastic Tow Mater, or even the larger interactive cars that talk, it’s clear this collection is growing fast. He loves rolling the cars around the floor, pretending they’re racing just like in the movies. Sometimes, he’ll even re-enact scenes from Cars, with Lightning McQueen zooming across the "track" (our carpet) and Mater following close behind, always getting into some kind of pretend trouble.

Why I Love That He Loves Cars

As a parent, it’s a joy to watch Ronnie discover something he truly loves. What’s even better is that Cars is more than just entertainment; it offers wonderful lessons about friendship, teamwork, and learning from mistakes. While he may not grasp those ideas fully yet, I’m excited for the day when we can talk about them more. For now, I just enjoy watching him experience the joy, excitement, and fun that Disney Pixar Cars brings into his little world.

In the end, Cars is more than just a movie to Ronnie. It’s his gateway to imaginative play, laughter, and even his own developing sense of adventure. And honestly, seeing his love for Cars reminds me how magical these stories really are—for kids and adults alike.

Stay tuned for more updates on Ronnie’s ever-growing Cars obsession and other little adventures from his toddler years!