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Cars Land at Disney California Adventure B-Roll

valarie — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:50:19 +0000

For News Use Only. Cars Land at Disney California Adventure B-roll.

Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree at Cars Land

valarie — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:40:01 +0000

For News Use Only. Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree at Cars Land.

Luigi’s Flying Tires at Cars Land B-Roll

valarie — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:31:53 +0000

For News Use Only. Luigi’s Flying Tires at Cars Land B-Roll.

“Cars” the movie inspires “Cars Land” at Disney California Adventure B-roll

valarie — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:26:20 +0000

For News Use Only. This B-Roll shows how Walt Disney Imagineers used inspiraton from real life and “reel” life. Check out the comparison of video from Route 66, the movie “Cars” and Cars Land at Disney California Adventure.

Radiator Springs Racers at Cars Land Exterior B-Roll

valarie — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 21:17:56 +0000

For News Use Only. Radiator Springs Racers at Cars Land Exterior B-Roll.

Interior video of Radiator Springs Racers at Cars Land

valarie — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 22:48:42 +0000

Take a ride inside Radiator Springs Racers at Cars Land at Disney California Adventure.

2013 Rose Bowl Teams Visit Disneyland Resort

Erin Glover — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 02:01:22 +0000

(December 26, 2012) The Wisconsin Badgers, champions of the Big Ten Conference, and the Stanford Cardinal, champions of the Pac-12 Conference, made their first official appearances of the Rose Bowl Game week during a ceremony at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif., on Wednesday. The teams and their coaches; Wisconsin Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Barry Alvarez, Stanford Head Coach David Shaw, were joined by Disneyland Vice President, Jon Storbeck, Mickey Mouse and Tournament of Roses President, Sally Bixby. (Scott BrinegarDisneyland) (December 26, 2012) Players from the Wisconsin Badgers, champions of the Big Ten Conference, pose at Cars Land in Disney California Adventure park in Anaheim, Calif., on Wednesday during the team’s first official Rose Bowl Game game week appearance. (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (December 26, 2012) Players from the Wisconsin Badgers, champions of the Big Ten Conference, ride the Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif., on Wednesday during the team’s first official Rose Bowl Game game week appearance. (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland)

Cars Land is On its Way to Pasadena!

Erin Glover — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 02:31:50 +0000

Newest Land in Disneyland Resort Transformed Into a Float Entry for 2013 Rose Parade

Cars Land Float Celebrates Disney California Adventure Park Expansion

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 14, 2012) – The characters, fun and excitement of Cars Land are racing to Pasadena Jan. 1 as the town of Radiator Springs is transformed into a float for the 124th Rose Parade. The Disneyland Resort entry in the 2013 Rose Parade brings to life the whimsical magic of Cars Land for a worldwide television audience, as the Happiest Place on Earth Just Gets Happier.

Cars Land, a new land in the expanded Disney California Adventure Park, was inspired by the Disney-Pixar animated motion picture “Cars.” Lightning McQueen, Sally and other “Cars” stars are featured on the float, along with a floral replica of the Cars Land attraction that has been a big hit with park guests – Radiator Springs Racers.

The parade steps off at 8 a.m. (PST) Tuesday, Jan. 1, in Pasadena, with the theme “Oh the Places You’ll Go.”

The Disney float, dubbed “Destination: Cars Land,” showcases the landmarks of Cars Land in a colorful re-creation of the roadside town of Radiator Springs. Shaped like the state of California, the 125-foot long float features flowing water, smoke-puffing baby tractors and 45 animated parts, including replicas of Lightning McQueen and Sally as they relive their fun-spirited road race from the first “Cars” movie. Mater, the tow truck, follows along behind the float.

Cars Land opened in June, 2012, capping a five-year expansion that added new fun and excitement to Disney California Adventure Park. Guests are enjoying a spectacular holidays makeover of Cars Land now through Jan. 6, 2013, as the Disneyland Resort just gets merrier for the season. Beloved holiday traditions at Disneyland Park include “A Christmas Fantasy” parade, fireworks over Sleeping Beauty’s Winter Castle and snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A.

What to Look for on “Destination: Cars Land”

The “Destination: Cars Land” float features many of the places and popular characters guests find at Cars Land.

The Cars Land float stretches 125 feet long and 35 feet high, featuring high-energy music to entertain parade watchers.
At the front of the float, is a postcard-style “Welcome to Cars Land” sign, flanked by a trio of “baby tractors” emitting puffs of smoke while their eyes move in a playful manner.
Further “up the road” are likenesses of Lightning McQueen and Sally, moving forward and backward as if jockeying for race position.
The main buildings of Radiator Springs are marked by spinning signs for the town’s landmarks, including the Cozy Cone Motel and Flo’s V-8 Café.
Guests aboard the float will ride vehicles from two Cars Land attractions: a tractor from Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree and a bouncing tire from Luigi’s Flying Tires.
The iconic Radiator Springs mountain range, a Cars Land landmark, is re-created on the float, with characters Luigi and Guido perched on the rocks.
The mountain range is home to a miniature version of the popular Radiator Springs Racers attraction, complete with small-scale race cars zooming across the landscape.
High above everything, Barney Stormin’ the airplane tows a banner that reads: “The Happiest Place on Earth Just Got Happier.”

Disney Celebrates 75-Year Relationship with Tournament of Roses

The appearance of “Destination: Cars Land” in the 2013 Rose Parade marks the continuation of a 75-year tradition of Disney involvement with the Tournament of Roses in Pasadena.

Disney’s relationship with the Tournament of Roses began in 1938 when characters from the newly premiered “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” were prominently featured in the parade.
The Rose Queen and her Court, along with the competing Rose Bowl football teams, have visited Disneyland Resort each year since 1960.
In 1966, Walt Disney served as Grand Marshall of the parade. Roy E. Disney, Walt’s nephew and the head of Disney Animation, served as Grand Marshall in 2000. Members of the Disney creative team from Walt Disney Imagineering and Disney Entertainment have served as float judges numerous times.
In 2004, Disneyland Resort presented “A Sudden Drop in Pitch,” the tallest float in Rose Parade history (110 feet, with live performers at the top). The float’s title played off that year’s theme of “Music, Music, Music,” and the float was inspired by The Twilight Zone™ Tower of Terror” attraction, which opened in Disney California Adventure that spring.
The 50th Anniversary of Disneyland was celebrated in 2005 with both a dazzling Rose Parade Opening Show and a spectacular castle float called “The Happiest Celebration on Earth.” Mickey Mouse served as Grand Marshall.
In 2006, the longest float (150 feet) in Rose Parade history, entitled “The Most Magical Celebration on Earth,” celebrated Disney Parks around the world.
In addition to Rose Parade float entries, Disney has presented many Rose Parade Opening Shows through the years, celebrating such milestones as the 35th Anniversary of Disneyland in 1990, the debut of the Indiana Jones Adventure in Disneyland in 1995, and the motion picture premiere of “Fantasia 2000,” in 2000.

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Cars Land, Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge, Aulani Disney Resort & Spa in Hawaii Take Themed Entertainment Awards

cortney — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 22:32:36 +0000

TEA Honors Go to Disneyland Resort Attractions, New Hawaiian Resort and Former Disney Imagineer

The newly expanded Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in California earned three honors at the 19^th Thea Awards announced by the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA). Also honored was Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, the unique themed Disney hotel on the island of Oahu.

Disney California Adventure expansion opened to the general public in June 2012 with extensive new Cars Land and Buena Vista Street areas. Thea Awards went to Cars Land in the category of New Theme Park Land, to the premiere Cars Land attraction Radiator Springs Racers in the Attraction category, and to Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge on Buena Vista Street. in the Theme Park Restaurant category.
A fourth award, in the Themed Hotel Resort category, went to the new Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii. In addition, Frank Stanek, a former Disney Imagineer who contributed to the development of Epcot at Walt Disney World in Florida, Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Paris, was recognized with The Buzz Price Award – Recognizing a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements.

The awards, to be presented April 6, 2013, at the Disneyland Hotel, pay tribute to excellence in the creation of extraordinary experiences, attractions, exhibits and places around the world. While technology, interactivity and sophistication of themed environments are key factors in presenting the awards, storytelling is at the heart of the best themed attractions.

Cars Land, inspired by the “Radiator Springs” setting of the Disney●Pixar movie “Cars,” represents one of the largest expansion projects ever created for a Disney theme park, a 12-acre addition to Disney California Adventure park. In its award citation, TEA noted, “Every element has been thoughtfully considered to maximize its character and story content,” and said, “From Flo’s V8 Café, Fillmore’s Taste-In and the Cozy Cone Motel to Sarge’s Surplus Hut, Radiator Springs Curios and Ramone’s House of Body Art, each has been created as its own distinct experience, drawn from the films and further inspired by the lore and legend of Route 66.” Also singled out for praise was “…the overwhelming scale of the rockwork panorama which frames the land…”

Radiator Springs Racers, the indoor-outdoor family oriented thrill ride in Cars Land, won a Thea for demonstrating “…true excellence in design, technical innovation and execution…The animated figures break new ground in creating the illusion of ‘live animation,’ and the technical elements, including special effects, sophisticated in-vehicle sound, and a sophisticated ride system have all been transparently integrated into the highly enjoyable story and experience.”

Located in Buena Vista Street, another major new addition to Disney California Adventure park, Carthay Circle Restaurant and Lounge is set in a reproduction of the historic Carthay Circle Theatre, where “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs” had its world premiere. Its Thea Award citation notes, “The high quality service, distinctive setting and cuisine in an exclusive-feeling environment make Carthay Circle Restaurant a truly outstanding achievement in a theme park.”

In the Themed Hotel Resort category, a Thea Award went to Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, Ko Olina, Hawaii. Aulani celebrates Hawaiian culture, history and tradition with rich mixture of design, service, amenities and storytelling, and the award citation recognized, “…rather than providing lodging in support of a theme park, the resort itself is the destination…The Aulani resort experience is one-of-a-kind.”

Frank Stanek, former Corporate Vice President of Research and Planning for the Walt Disney Company, will receive The Buzz Price Award – Recognizing a Lifetime of Distinguished Achievements. During his years with Disney, Stanek provided background and analysis in the original development of Walt Disney World and the expansion of Disneyland, as well as Epcot, Tokyo Disneyland and Disneyland Paris. His wide-ranging professional career also includes developments for the City of Osaka and Universal. He remains active in the industry through his consulting company, Stanek Global Advisors.

TEA is an international non-profit alliance founded in 1991 and based in Burbank, Calif., that represents some 7,000 creative specialists including architects, designers, technical specialists and scenic fabricators who work in more than 650 firms in 40 countries.

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Frank Reifsnyder, Communications Manager, Walt Disney/ Imagineering
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Cars Land Opening Red Carpet

Jim Ames — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:51:37 +0000

(JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Nolan Gould (left) and actress Ariel Winter (right), both stars of ABC’s “Modern Family,” pose June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Gould and Winter joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Ariel Winter, star of ABC’s “Modern Family,” poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Winter joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Sarah Chalke, known for her roles on the hit show “Scrubs” and Disney’s “Prep and Landing,” poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Chalke joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Bonnie Hunt (left) and actor Cheech Marin (right) pose June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Hunt provided the voice for the baby blue Porsche named “Sally Carrera” in “Cars” and Marin voiced the hot rod “Ramone” in “Cars” and “Cars 2.” They joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Bonnie Hunt (left) and actor Cheech Marin (right) pose June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Hunt provided the voice for the baby blue Porsche named “Sally Carrera” in “Cars” and Marin voiced the hot rod “Ramone” in “Cars” and “Cars 2.” They joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Jon Cryer (left) poses for a photo with a fan June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Cryer joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Jon Cryer poses June 13, 2012 while enjoying Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif. Cryer was one of the celebrities attending a gala event to celebrate the opening of the new land. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Country music artist Brad Paisley (left) poses for a photo with a fan June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Paisley, who provided two of the songs on the “Cars” soundtrack, joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Ginnifer Goodwin (left) and actor Josh Dallas (right), both stars of ABC’s “Once Upon a Time,” pose June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Goodwin and Dallas joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Sarah Hyland (left), star of ABC’s “Modern Family,” takes a spin June 13, 2012, on the “Mater’s Junkyard Jamboree” attraction while enjoying Cars Land at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif. Hyland was one of the celebrities attending a gala event to celebrate the opening of the new land. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Paul Hiffmeyer/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Comedian Larry the Cable Guy (left) poses for a photo with a fan June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. The comedian, who provided the voice of the lovable tow truck “Mater” in “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Soccer legend Jorge Campos poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Campos joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor/comedian Cesar Bono (far right, wearing jacket) poses for a photo with family and friends June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. The comedian, who provided the voice of the lovable tow truck “Mater” for the Spanish-language editions of “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Singer Margarita la Diosa de la Cumbia poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. She joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Singer Joel Lizarraga poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Lizarraga joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Soccer legend Claudio Suarez poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Suarez joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Katherine Helmond poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Helmond, who provided the voice of “Lizzie” in “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actresses Belle Thorne (left) and Zendaya (right), stars of the Disney Channel show “Shake It Up,” pose June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. The actresses joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): “American Idol” season 11 finalist DeAndre Brackensick poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Brackensick joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): “American Idol” season 11 runner-up Jessica Sanchez poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Sanchez joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Vincent Martella poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Martella, who provides the voice of Phineas on the Disney Channel series “Phineas and Ferb,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Richard Kind poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Kind, who provided the voice of “Van” in “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Andy Garcia greets fans June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. The actor joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Rico Rodriguez, from ABC’s “Modern Family,” poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Rodriguez joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor Courtney B. Vance poses with his children Bronwyn and Slater June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land at the park. Vance joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Lisa Rose/Disneyland) (JUNE 13, 2012): Actress Edie McClurg poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. McClurg, who provided the voice of “Minny” in “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) Derek Hough from “Dancing with the Stars” walks the red carpet June 13, 2012 at the opening celebration for “Cars Land” at Disney California Adventure park in Anaheim, Calif. (JUNE 13, 2012): Actor and comedian Brad Garrett poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Garrett joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland) t(JUNE 13, 2012): Actress and singer Jenifer Lewis poses June 13, 2012 at Disney California Adventure park at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., during a red carpet event to celebrate the opening of Cars Land. Lewis, who provided the voice of “Flo” in “Cars” and “Cars 2,” joined more than 30 celebrities for the gala event. Cars Land features three immersive family attractions showcasing characters and settings from the Disney-Pixar film, “Cars.” (Scott Brinegar/Disneyland)