When did "lightning mcqueen t shirt" start trending?

Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 7 October 2024 in the US, the United Kingdom, Germany. It has been recorded 9 times since, peaking at 15,350% on 7 October 2024.

Where is "lightning mcqueen t shirt" rising right now?

Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 15 September 2026 (US, GB, DE).

How does this year compare with last year?

Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 15,350% in 2024, against 7,650% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.

How many people search for "lightning mcqueen t shirt"?

Google Ads counted an average of 22,200 searches a month over the year to Sep 2024, peaking at 49,500 in Aug 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July–August and have listings live by May.

Can I put "lightning mcqueen t 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); 8 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 t shirt

Google Trends rising search · first seen 7 Oct 2024

"lightning mcqueen t shirt" is a search that Google Trends flagged as rising among people searching for shirts, first seen on 7 Oct 2024 in the US, the United Kingdom and Germany. It has been recorded 9 times since; its biggest jump was 15,350% on 7 Oct 2024 — a Breakout, Google's label for growth above 5,000%. It was last seen rising on 15 Sep 2026.

👕 shirt POD Design topic ⚠️ Needs a licence

First seen: 7 Oct 2024; 2 years ago
Last seen: 15 Sep 2026; 3 weeks ago
Times recorded: 9; 4 window/country combos
Peak: 15,350%; 7 Oct 2024
Countries: 🇺🇸 🇬🇧 🇩🇪; US, GB, DE
Windows: 1H · 4H · 1D; ever rising in

Right now (last 24 hours)

Not in any rising list in the last 24 hours. Last seen 3 weeks ago.

Last 90 daysLast 24 months

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

Same period in 2024

11 Jul 2024 – 8 Oct 2024 · peak 15,350%

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 Sep 2024

Searches peak in July–August — 49,500 a month at the top against ~8,100 in November, the quietest month. To catch the season, listings should be live by May.

~22,200 searches/month on average Ad competition: High

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When did "lightning mcqueen t shirt" start trending?: Google Trends first listed it as a rising search on 7 October 2024 in the US, the United Kingdom, Germany. It has been recorded 9 times since, peaking at 15,350% on 7 October 2024.
Where is "lightning mcqueen t shirt" rising right now?: Nowhere in the last 24 hours. It was last seen rising on 15 September 2026 (US, GB, DE).
How does this year compare with last year?: Over the same 90 days in previous years its best daily growth was 15,350% in 2024, against 7,650% in the last 90 days — a recurring window worth planning for.
How many people search for "lightning mcqueen t shirt"?: Google Ads counted an average of 22,200 searches a month over the year to Sep 2024, peaking at 49,500 in Aug 2024. Demand is seasonal — plan for July–August and have listings live by May.
Can I put "lightning mcqueen t 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); 8 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 8 Oct 2026, 13:56 UTC.