Beloved Disney World ride reopening announced and fans are overjoyed: This is what I needed to hear
Disney fans, start your engines!A recent wave of closures, changes and cancellations at Disney World has drawn plenty of ire from longtime visitors, but the amusement park’s latest announcement has given Disney devotees something to be excited about.On Monday, June 16, Walt Disney World revealed that Test Track, a fan-favorite Epcot ride, is slated to reopen later this summer on July 22.The ride was originally closed down in June 2024, much to the disappointment of park-going adrenaline junkies.According to Walt Disney World News Today, the ride is expected to return as Test Track 3.0, and will boast several new features — a fresh musical score, revamped story, and new insights on futuristic technology, among others.General Motors, which sponsored the original Test Track 1.0, has also been confirmed to return as the ride’s backer for the revamp, ousting Chevrolet, which was responsible for Test Track 2.0.Aside from its intriguing futuristic aesthetic that attracts car buffs and Epcot enthusiasts alike, Test Track is best known for its speed — it’s the fastest attraction among all Disney Park rides, clocking in at a dizzying 65 miles per hour.Overwhelmingly, fans responded to the announcement with excitement.
“Yay! I can’t wait,” one fan gushed, while another said: “I’m ready to speed.” “This just made my son’s day,” shared an enthusiastic fan, while another chimed in, “This is what I needed to hear.”Given that Test Track has been through several notable renovations — with some better received than others — several commenters were suspicious of the reopening news.“Hopefully it’s better than the previous iteration,” said one skeptical park-goer.Refurbishments at Disney parks can take anywhere from a few days to a few months, and breakdowns are generally pretty rare, thanks to the meticulous inspection and repair process the park maintains.
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