Hollywood Drift Construction Update | Looking Spectacular

We are a year away from its debut, but increasingly we are spotting posts on social media charting the construction process of the new coaster at Universal Studios Hollywood, and being blown away by how incredible it looks.

Officially titled Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, this Intamin creation sits spectacularly on the side of a huge incline that separates the upper and lower sections of the park. It builds on the huge success of Velocicoaster at Islands of Adventure, adding a spinning component hinted at in the name.

The majority of construction pictures are being taken by visitors to the park as it's clearly visible from both visitors and from miles around. In addition, here’s the official description from the fancy official press release from May 2024:

"The dynamic new thrill ride, themed to Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film saga, Fast & Furious, will elevate the guest experience with innovative and technological achievements never previously employed in a roller coaster."

"The state-of-the-art ride system is being uniquely designed to immerse guests within the high-speed Fast & Furious universe. Highlights will include groundbreaking 360-degree rotation of the individual ride vehicles as they rocket along an elaborate track meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology for a breathtaking, superior experience. These attributions will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds."

If you want to get a taste of what the final ride experience might be you can watch the simulation below, which most agree has a decent chance of being an accurate recreation.

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opens at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2026.