The third installment of Twisted Metal's second season kicks off with an intriguing glimpse into the macabre world of Mr. Grimm, a figure seemingly shrouded in mystique as a soul-devourer. He is depicted digging corpses and absorbing their essence, illuminated by an otherworldly blue aura. However, a intriguing twist reveals that this enigmatic glow is invisible to onlookers, casting doubts on Grimm's true mystical nature. Soon after, Grimm unearths his vintage motorcycle, offers a heartfelt tribute to his father, and embarks on a nocturnal journey into the unknown.
With the tournament looming just two days away, Quiet and John Doe find themselves en route to Diesel City, engaging in a brief catch-up session. But their conversation is cut short as Quiet's cravings for a solo Michelle Branch karaoke session lead her to devise a clever ruse, tricking John into accompanying Dollface instead. However, her meticulously laid plans hit a speedbump when she discovers Mayhem, the girl who attempted to infiltrate the Dolls' territory in the previous episode, hiding in the trunk of her car.
Mayhem, who harbors aspirations of joining the tournament, claims to be an unparalleled driver. Yet, this bold assertion proves to be a hollow bluff; her driving skills are nonexistent. Witnessing Mayhem's comical attempts to flee in her car, Quiet finds herself taken by pity and decides to take her under her wing, imparting driving lessons interspersed with lighthearted banter.
Elsewhere, John and Dollface embark on a journey down memory lane, strengthening their sibling bond by revisiting the Millennium Drive In, a place that holds cherished childhood memories for both.
Dollface yearns to reignite fragments of his bygone recollections, yet fate deals him a cruel twist as an ambush unfolds. Axel, a monstrous human-car hybrid, with colossal wheels flanking him on either side, rolls into view, relentlessly pursuing them. Soon after, John and Dollface encounter Axel's creator, Dr. Zemo, who boasts about his ambitious endeavor to merge humanity with automotive might. He emphasizes, almost defensively, that his motives are devoid of racial prejudice—a detail lost in the rush to silence him permanently. With Dr. Zemo's demise, Axel is unleashed, roaring off into the horizon like a beast unleashed.
Meanwhile, Mr. Grimm sets his sights on Ashley and Jeremy, who find themselves in a passionate embrace by the roadside. Their lives are brutally cut short, with Jeremy meeting his end in Ashley's horrified gaze and Quiet's escaping footsteps. Ashley and Quiet hastily speed away, their voices blending in a haunting duet, an attempt to drown out the terror that clutches their hearts. This leaves Axel and Mr. Grimm to clash in a battle of titans.
Eventually, the fractured group reconvenes, converging atop a hill that commands a breathtaking view of Diesel City, their intended destination for the ultimate weapon. Here, they pay their solemn tribute to Jeremy and Ashley, their resolve hardened as they gaze upon the city that holds their future.
