When did "lightning mcqueen shirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 25 February 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia. It has been recorded 406 times since, peaking at 17,100% on 8 October 2025.

Where is "lightning mcqueen shirt" rising right now?

In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 60%.

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 8,000% in 2025, 11,000% in 2024, against 12,650% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "lightning mcqueen shirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 14,800 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 40,500 in Jul 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July and have listings live by May.

Can I put "lightning mcqueen shirt" on a shirt or a listing?

It is a topic search, but the phrase names a person, team, character, title or brand: a design about it needs their permission, and a listing that uses the name risks a takedown. Design around the theme people want and keep the wording your own.

Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?

It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts); 7 related rising searches about "lightning" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

lightning mcqueen shirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 25 Feb 2023

"lightning mcqueen shirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for shirts, first seen on 25 Feb 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia. It has been recorded 406 times since; its biggest jump was 17,100% on 8 Oct 2025 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. Right now it is rising in the Past 4 hours window in the US.

👕 shirt POD Design topic ⚠️ Needs a licence

First seen: 25 Feb 2023; 3 years ago
Last seen: 18 Sep 2026; 18 Sep 22:03 UTC
Times recorded: 406; 14 window/country combos
Peak: 17,100%; 8 Oct 2025
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇦🇺; US, GB, CA, AU
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D · 7D · 30D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

4H 🇺🇸 United States best 60%

Last 90 daysLast 24 months

Highest growth recorded each day, across every window and country.Highest growth recorded in each month.

Same period in 2025

22 Jun 2025 – 19 Sep 2025 · peak 8,000%

Same period in 2024

22 Jun 2024 – 19 Sep 2024 · peak 11,000%

Tracking coverage has grown over the years (more niches, countries and time windows), so earlier years can under-count.

Search demand by month

Google Ads · data through Jul 2024

Searches peak in July — 40,500 a month at the top against ~8,100 in November, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by May.

~14,800 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "lightning mcqueen shirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 25 February 2023 in the US, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia. It has been recorded 406 times since, peaking at 17,100% on 8 October 2025.
Where is "lightning mcqueen shirt" rising right now?: In the last 24 hours it appeared in the Past 4 hours window for the US, with a best growth of 60%.
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 8,000% in 2025, 11,000% in 2024, against 12,650% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "lightning mcqueen shirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 14,800 searches a month over the year to Jul 2024, peaking at 40,500 in Jul 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July and have listings live by May.
Can I put "lightning mcqueen shirt" on a shirt or a listing?: It is a topic search, but the phrase names a person, team, character, title or brand: a design about it needs their permission, and a listing that uses the name risks a takedown. Design around the theme people want and keep the wording your own.
Is it a good keyword for print-on-demand designs?: It passes the print-on-demand filter (people search for it together with shirts); 7 related rising searches about "lightning" are listed below. Check the trademark status of any brand or name in the phrase before using it on a listing.

Source: Google Trends rising searches. Updated 19 Sep 2026, 09:41 UTC.