Disney announces Test Track will re-open Dec. 6

Steve Liebman October 10, 2012

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Disney has announced the re-imagined Test Track in Epcot at Disney World will re-open Dec. 6.

Imagineer Melissa Jeselnick said during an earlier a live chat on the Disney Parks Blog that this ride will be new kind of virtual//physical experience.

Disney rendering of new Test Track sign.

Here’s the highlights:

You design your own thrill ride through an interactive touch screen and then get into a simulator to test the ride.
The queue area has changed its focus from testing to design. This area will look at Chevrolet’s Automotive Design process.
The Design Studios is where you will use an interactive kiosk to design your own vehicle based on the concepts of Capability, Efficiency, Responsiveness and Speed.
In the sim car (which is the physical ride itself), there are four “show scenes” in which there is interaction. Capability is where your car is tested for rough road and weather conditions. Efficiency tests your car design’s environmental footprint. The Responsiveness phase tests maneuverability, and finally, Speed is tested.
The post-show area shows off the scores from everyone throughout the day and you’ll be able to “play with your design with multiple interactive elements.