Blab Entertainment
Universal Studios Hollywood Unveils Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, the Parks Fastest Coaster
Universal Studios Hollywood just dropped a headline‑making announcement that promises to set the park’s adrenaline levels soaring: Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, a brand‑new roller coaster slated to open in September.
The new attraction will be the park’s first high‑speed outdoor coaster and the fastest ride in the entire Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio. Built on the Upper Lot, the coaster uses a dual‑launching, split‑track system that alternates trains at dispatch, allowing riders to experience a relentless chain of thrills without long waits.
According to the park, the coaster can reach up to 72 mph, subject riders to forces of up to 3.6 Gs, and stretch 4,100 feet of aerial track. Sound‑reduction technology is woven throughout the structure to keep noise levels low for guests and nearby residents.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is themed around Universal Pictures’ Fast & Furious franchise, which entered its 25th‑anniversary year in 2026. The layout includes four launches, an inverted dive loop, a pretzel loop, an inverted stall, and a host of other high‑intensity elements.
Riders will drift 360° in individual vehicles that rotate fully and are independently programmed, creating four distinct ride experiences based on the car model chosen. The four Fast Saga‑themed vehicles are a Dodge Charger, a Mazda RX‑7, a Nissan Skyline GT‑R, and a Toyota Supra. Each car is equipped with a lap‑bar harness and its own audio system that plays engine and sound effects specific to the model.
A large‑scale mural by artist Tristan Eaton decorates the arrival platform. The mural captures the finale street‑racing action from the 2001 film The Fast and the Furious, showing a Dodge Charger and a Toyota Supra racing against a speeding train. The coaster’s hillside terrain base provides panoramic views of the San Fernando Valley, the Universal Studios movie studio, and the theme park itself.
The queue takes guests on a cinematic journey. Recreated props from the films—including a Car Cannon featuring the vehicle driven by Brian O’Conner in Fast & Furious 6, a Roll Cage and Winch from the 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8 used by Dom Toretto in Fast Five, a Vault Truck from Fast Five, a motorcycle from F9 driven by Letty Ortiz, a NOS system and Dodge Charger engine recreation tied to the ride vehicles, a Ramp Car driven by Owen Shaw in Fast & Furious 6, a Rolling Bomb from Fast X, and a Rollover Stunt Rig that replicates stunt rigging used in the movies—lead to the ride. QR codes on several displays link to Universal Studios’ Backlot Club fan‑engagement site, where visitors can create an account or log in to access behind‑the‑scenes information tied to the displays.
Because of the coaster’s high‑speed dynamics, Universal requires guests to store all belongings in complimentary lockers located in the queue and to pass through metal detection before boarding. The park’s policy ensures that loose items, including mobile phones, are secured for safety.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opens in September, just months before Universal Pictures releases Fast Forever in theaters on March 17, 2028. The new coaster ties into the franchise’s broader media presence, which includes films, short films, a television series, and a streaming show.
The attraction is expected to draw both franchise fans and thrill‑seeking park guests, adding a high‑intensity experience to Universal Studios Hollywood’s lineup of attractions.
The park’s marketing team highlighted the ride’s dual‑launching system, which alternates trains to maintain a high throughput. Riders experience four launches that culminate in an inverted dive loop, a pretzel loop, and an inverted stall, each delivering forces up to 3.6 Gs. The coaster’s 4,100‑foot layout is built into the park’s Upper Lot hillside, allowing the structure to double as a scenic backdrop for guests. Sound‑reduction technology is integrated throughout the track to keep noise levels low for surrounding neighborhoods. The ride’s vehicles, each themed after a Fast & Furious icon, are equipped with lap‑bar harnesses and independent audio systems that play engine sounds specific to the car model.
The new attraction will be the park’s first high‑speed outdoor coaster and the fastest ride in the entire Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio. Built on the Upper Lot, the coaster uses a dual‑launching, split‑track system that alternates trains at dispatch, allowing riders to experience a relentless chain of thrills without long waits.
According to the park, the coaster can reach up to 72 mph, subject riders to forces of up to 3.6 Gs, and stretch 4,100 feet of aerial track. Sound‑reduction technology is woven throughout the structure to keep noise levels low for guests and nearby residents.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is themed around Universal Pictures’ Fast & Furious franchise, which entered its 25th‑anniversary year in 2026. The layout includes four launches, an inverted dive loop, a pretzel loop, an inverted stall, and a host of other high‑intensity elements.
Riders will drift 360° in individual vehicles that rotate fully and are independently programmed, creating four distinct ride experiences based on the car model chosen. The four Fast Saga‑themed vehicles are a Dodge Charger, a Mazda RX‑7, a Nissan Skyline GT‑R, and a Toyota Supra. Each car is equipped with a lap‑bar harness and its own audio system that plays engine and sound effects specific to the model.
A large‑scale mural by artist Tristan Eaton decorates the arrival platform. The mural captures the finale street‑racing action from the 2001 film The Fast and the Furious, showing a Dodge Charger and a Toyota Supra racing against a speeding train. The coaster’s hillside terrain base provides panoramic views of the San Fernando Valley, the Universal Studios movie studio, and the theme park itself.
The queue takes guests on a cinematic journey. Recreated props from the films—including a Car Cannon featuring the vehicle driven by Brian O’Conner in Fast & Furious 6, a Roll Cage and Winch from the 2010 Dodge Charger SRT8 used by Dom Toretto in Fast Five, a Vault Truck from Fast Five, a motorcycle from F9 driven by Letty Ortiz, a NOS system and Dodge Charger engine recreation tied to the ride vehicles, a Ramp Car driven by Owen Shaw in Fast & Furious 6, a Rolling Bomb from Fast X, and a Rollover Stunt Rig that replicates stunt rigging used in the movies—lead to the ride. QR codes on several displays link to Universal Studios’ Backlot Club fan‑engagement site, where visitors can create an account or log in to access behind‑the‑scenes information tied to the displays.
Because of the coaster’s high‑speed dynamics, Universal requires guests to store all belongings in complimentary lockers located in the queue and to pass through metal detection before boarding. The park’s policy ensures that loose items, including mobile phones, are secured for safety.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift opens in September, just months before Universal Pictures releases Fast Forever in theaters on March 17, 2028. The new coaster ties into the franchise’s broader media presence, which includes films, short films, a television series, and a streaming show.
The attraction is expected to draw both franchise fans and thrill‑seeking park guests, adding a high‑intensity experience to Universal Studios Hollywood’s lineup of attractions.
The park’s marketing team highlighted the ride’s dual‑launching system, which alternates trains to maintain a high throughput. Riders experience four launches that culminate in an inverted dive loop, a pretzel loop, and an inverted stall, each delivering forces up to 3.6 Gs. The coaster’s 4,100‑foot layout is built into the park’s Upper Lot hillside, allowing the structure to double as a scenic backdrop for guests. Sound‑reduction technology is integrated throughout the track to keep noise levels low for surrounding neighborhoods. The ride’s vehicles, each themed after a Fast & Furious icon, are equipped with lap‑bar harnesses and independent audio systems that play engine sounds specific to the car model.
