Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift has begun technical rehearsals with the general public, better known as a “Soft Opening”, at Universal Studios Hollywood.
For those unfamiliar, a “Soft Opening” is essentially a technical rehearsal of a new attraction or a final release candidate test for the ride. All the major components are installed and operational, but some tweaks, changes, and updates will occur prior to the grand opening.
“Soft Openings” are never promised. There is no guarantee the ride will open. The ride might only open for a period of time, all day, or not at all, depending on any issues or changes. There is no set schedule or guarantee that it will be open until it officially opens, which Universal Studios Hollywood has yet to announce at this time.
As far as our thoughts, here’s our quick review from our first ride:
Our quick review of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift after our first ride: Wow! What an incredibly smooth ride. This is a killer coaster and it’s gonna be a massive, massive hit! The views are unmatched. @UniStudios pic.twitter.com/ITGQZ7BYZu
— Inside Universal (@insideuniversal) July 27, 2026
The innovative roller coaster features groundbreaking 360-degree rotation technology designed to create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at speeds up to 72 MPH, while careening along 4,100 feet of elaborate aerial track as it winds its way over sections of the theme park, including the multi-level Starway escalator that connects the Upper and Lower Lots.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is scheduled to open this summer at Universal Studios Hollywood.
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