We never really thought of Jeff Gordon as a voice-over actor, but then again we've never heard him do an impression of Yosemite Sam or Tweety Bird. Nonetheless, Pixar Studios has gone for the NASCAR race car driver's household-name status and cast him as the role of Jeff Corvette, a C6.R Corvette, in Cars 2, which will premiere in film theaters this summer.

 Here's Jeff Corvette's bio from the Disney/Pixar site:

Jeff Gorvette is one of the greatest American racecars alive today. Donning the stars and stripes of his country’s flag, the #24 Corvette C6.R has proven his ability to succeed on the big ovals and the road courses of the Grand Touring Sports circuits. Having moved from his hometown of Vallejo, California to Indiana to be closer to the racing world, Gorvette’s ability to accelerate at such a young age has turned hoods wherever he competes. His championships and number of victories are unmatched, making him a respected competitor – and legitimate threat – at the World Grand Prix.