Epcot - Test Track

Test Track

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Opened: December 6, 2012 (reopening), March 17, 1999 (original)

Ride Length: 4 minutes

Overview/History:

Test Track has recently undergone a complete makeover. In the new version, guests will design their own custom concept vehicle at an interactive design kiosk, so you will choose all your car's features.

The previous incarnation of the ride's queue focused on safety testing; the queue now focuses on the Chevrolet's Automotive Design process, from the beginning sketches of the car to the actual vehicle you see on the showroom floor.

Guests will ride through the attraction in a six-passenger SimCar, but your design follows you through the ride in a virtual sense. At the end, you will find out how your design compares to the SimCar in the areas of Capability, Efficiency, Responsiveness and Power. 

The track layout remains the same as the old attraction, as do the Fastpass and Single Rider options.  If you choose to do the Fastpass or Single Rider lines, due to the expedited queue, you will select a custom vehicle rather than creating your own.

A new soundtrack will add not only music, but special sound effects as well. The attraction will feature four show scenes. In Capability, your car is tested for rough road and weather conditions.  Efficiency tests what effect your car will have on the earth.  Responsiveness tests the car's maneuverability.  The last section is everyone's favorite - Speed!  Feel the wind in your hair as you zip around the outside track. 

The post-show has been redesigned as well. Your car will be scored against cars from the rest of the day. Multiple interactive elements allow you to further tweak your design to your liking. See your car featured in a TV commercial or even race it on a virtual track. The showroom featuring Chevrolet cars is still there, and there are photo ops with concept cars.

Fastpass: Yes

Handicapped Accessibility: Guests must transfer from their wheelchair/ECVs to experience this attraction.  Service animals are not permitted on this attraction.  Video captioning is available.

Height Requirements: Children under the age of 7 cannot ride Test Track without being accompanied by an adult and a height restriction of 40" is in effect but parents may wish to use the "switch off" option.

TIPS:  This ride has a “single riders” option that could save you TONS of time in line. You’ll be split up from other members of your group, but if you don’t mind that, then give it a try. If you prefer to ride with your group, definitely get a FastPass first thing in the morning.