Overview
- Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opened Wednesday at Universal Studios Hollywood after media previews were held on Tuesday.
- The ride is an Intamin Multi‑Dimension launch coaster that reaches 72 mph, runs more than 4,000 feet of track, features four inversions and multiple launches.
- Universal Creative and Intamin use a choreographed, non‑random spinning system to create a drifting sensation while limiting harsh lateral forces.
- Early media reviews praised the coaster’s smoothness, pacing and hangtime, and reporters noted different physical experiences by seat and car type.
- Universal implemented metal detectors, a VelociCoaster‑style double‑sided locker system and added sound‑mitigation measures after Toluca Lake noise complaints, and a distinct Orlando version is under active construction for rollout next year.