ljandbucket
Earning My Ears
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Saw this post on discussion kingdom.
"Originally Posted by Thrill Seeker
I'm not really sure of what to make of this rumor, but based on the information I have heard from various sources, it seems like it would be correct. According to a rumor I heard a while back, Test Track is scheduled to close for refurbishment for 6 months starting in January 2012. According to a new rumor I heard today, it's not going to be a refurbishment, but rather a overhaul of the entire attraction.
The new attraction will have a different name, still be sponsored by GM (who apparently made the call on it's creation), and be focused on the creation of new cars rather than testing. It will include a new fleet of vehicles (hopefully similar to the ones used in next gen Test Track rides such as Radiator Springs Racers) and some track modifications. The ride system and most of the track will apparently remain as is, which is why it will only take 6 months to make this happen.
I have a feeling we will be hearing more about this at D23 this year. It seems to be a completely realistic proposition, especially considering Epcot has a big anniversary next year and it's the park that has had the longest drought, not including minor attractions such as Captain EO's return or Innoventions.
Not really sure what to make of this, since I am a huge Test Track fan. Thoughts?"
Seems like it could be a fairly extensive pre show overhaul (much needed IMO). Also seems like GM will still be affiliated. If the makeover is true it will hopefully at least showcase their cars built this decade. All for it if it's true.
"Originally Posted by Thrill Seeker
I'm not really sure of what to make of this rumor, but based on the information I have heard from various sources, it seems like it would be correct. According to a rumor I heard a while back, Test Track is scheduled to close for refurbishment for 6 months starting in January 2012. According to a new rumor I heard today, it's not going to be a refurbishment, but rather a overhaul of the entire attraction.
The new attraction will have a different name, still be sponsored by GM (who apparently made the call on it's creation), and be focused on the creation of new cars rather than testing. It will include a new fleet of vehicles (hopefully similar to the ones used in next gen Test Track rides such as Radiator Springs Racers) and some track modifications. The ride system and most of the track will apparently remain as is, which is why it will only take 6 months to make this happen.
I have a feeling we will be hearing more about this at D23 this year. It seems to be a completely realistic proposition, especially considering Epcot has a big anniversary next year and it's the park that has had the longest drought, not including minor attractions such as Captain EO's return or Innoventions.
Not really sure what to make of this, since I am a huge Test Track fan. Thoughts?"
Seems like it could be a fairly extensive pre show overhaul (much needed IMO). Also seems like GM will still be affiliated. If the makeover is true it will hopefully at least showcase their cars built this decade. All for it if it's true.
cars fits in fw as well as nemo...haha I liked the old fw much more then its present form...wonders of life(actually being used), world of motion, the living seas, horizons etc..
