Overview
- Universal announced the ride will open to the public on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 after weeks of soft openings and technical rehearsals.
- Hollywood Drift features independently programmed 360° rotating vehicles, four launches, speeds up to 72 mph, 4,100 feet of track and peak forces near 3.6 Gs.
- Guests will choose between four franchise‑themed cars—Dodge Charger, Mazda RX‑7, Nissan Skyline GT‑R and Toyota Supra—with onboard audio, a props‑filled queue and large Tristan Eaton murals.
- Testing in late July and August prompted Toluca Lake resident complaints about noise, and Universal added more than 900 feet of sound walls, pea gravel on track, and two additional barriers that officials say will be finished by opening day.
- A distinct version of Hollywood Drift is under construction at Universal Orlando with a target opening in 2027 and unique elements such as a reported 170‑foot spike, reflecting Universal's broader push to turn the Fast franchise into a flagship park experience.