Professor Zündapp

Professor Z (short for Zundapp) is the main antagonist in Cars 2

Cars 2
Professor Z, aka "The Professor" is an internationally wanted weapons designer in a small, sophisticated German package. He is a brilliant, but mad monocle-wearing scientist who is plotting to sabotage the World Grand Prix. Though his true motive is unclear, Professor Z is willing to do whatever it takes to eliminate all obstacles and keep the “project” on schedule.

Trivia

 * His name is from the German company Zündapp a major motorcycle manufacturer.
 * His license plate is BAD GA 58.