Doc Hudson in real life?!? This is the story behind the retired racer voiced by Paul Newman in Pixar's Cars. ⁣ Many “Cars” fans might not be aware that Doc Hudson’s story is based on that of famous NASCAR racer Herb Thomas, one of the sport’s early superstars who drove a Hudson Hornet to victory dozens of times in a period when NASCAR was in its infancy!⁣ ⁣ The Hagerty Drivers Foundation documented the Fabulous Hudson Hornet a while back. Check out how our support of the HDF fuels car culture fo

How did Doc Hudson die? I mean The Fabulous Hudson Hornet was a racing legend who spent his final years as the crew chief for one of the greatest race cars of all time - Lightning McQueen - so how is it possible that he couldn’t be repaired? It’s not like Lightning would have spared any expense getting Doc the necessary care and parts that he needed. Have a magical day! | Isaac Carlson