The short film has been directed by John Lasseter of the ‘Cars‘ fame.

Says Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios CEO John Lasseter, "I am delighted to be back in the director‘s chair for the ‘Cars Toons‘ series."

The series stars Mater the tow truck voiced by Larry the Cable Guy. The film shows a routine tow lands Mater in Tokyo, where he is challenged to a drift-style race against a nefarious gang leader and his posse of ninjas. With the help of his friend, ‘Dragon‘ Lightning McQueen, and some special modifications, Mater attempts to drift to victory and become Tow-ke-O.

In addition, 2-D computer versions of "Tokyo Mater" will also be shown in theatres.