Universal Studios Hollywood has announced that the very first “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” roller coaster will launch in 2026.
It will become the fastest roller coaster in the Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio with a top speed of 72mph.
Meanwhile, the theme park has also revealed a first look rendering showcasing the impressive new thrill ride.
Universal confirms that construction continues apace on this unique roller coaster and its state-of-the-art ride system will immerse guests within Universal Pictures’ exhilarating Fast & Furious universe.
A seamless sensation of drifting cars
“This innovative roller coaster will take guests on an adventure, unlike anything ever encountered before,” states a spokesperson for Universal.
“Featuring ground breaking 360-degree rotation of the individual ride vehicles, the coaster will rocket guests up to 72mph along 4,100 feet of elaborate track, meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology for a breath taking experience.”
The fully rotational ride vehicles will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds while being catapulted along an aerial track that winds its way over sections of the theme park, including the multi-level escalator that connects the Upper and Lower Lots.
“Transform the topography of our destination”
“Watching the progress of this incredible roller coaster come to life is truly spectacular,” said Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood.
“2026 is just around the corner and we are equally as excited as our guests to introduce such an inspiring new ride to our theme park portfolio. ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ will be a powerful game changer for Universal Studios Hollywood that will not only transform the topography of our destination but will infuse an entirely new level of adrenaline to our already dynamic theme park.
“We look forward to riding it ourselves and to welcoming guests to experience it in the very near future.”
“Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will be located on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will queue up within an expansive garage-like structure before settling into one of four ride vehicles, designed to look like the iconic cars from the films. The ride vehicle modelled after Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger is currently on display at Universal Studios Hollywood.
Over the course of eleven films, the smash hit franchise has earned more than $7 billion at the worldwide box office. Subsequently, Universal Pictures’ homegrown Fast & Furious Saga has become the studio’s most-profitable and longest-running franchise.
And the ride itself will join Universal Studios Hollywood’s umbrella of ground breaking attractions, including the interactive land, Super Nintendo World; “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” highly immersive land; “Jurassic World – The Ride”; Illumination’s award-winning “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” and “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem”; “The Simpsons Ride”; “Transformers The Ride-3D” as well as the theme park’s signature, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour attraction.
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