We already knew the new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster Universal Studios Hollywood is on track to debut in 2026 but announced for the kick-off of the Universal Mega Movie Summer is that this will also be the fastest roller coaster in any Universal park — plus we have a first look at one of the the ride vehicles!

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Here’s the latest information we know for the upcoming Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Not quite fast enough to make the jump to 1.21 gigawatts for a time travel, the new Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster will still hit impressive speeds of 72 MPH, making it the fastest roller coaster in the Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio. The theme park also reveals a first look rendering and animatic video showcasing the breadth of this exciting new thrill ride. Plus, fans in the park will also be able to get an up-close look at an actual ride vehicle!

Construction continues on the highly-anticipated roller coaster boasting a state-of-the-art ride system that is uniquely designed to drive you right into the Fast & Furious universe in a thrilling new ways including:

Groundbreaking 360-degree rotation of the individual ride vehicles
Fully rotational ride vehicles will create a seamless sensation of drifting
Will rocket guests up to 72 MPH along 4,100 feet of elaborate track
Meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology
The track that winds its way over sections of the theme park, including the multi-level escalator that connects the Upper and Lower Lots.

About the Ride

Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift will be located on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will queue up within an expansive garage-like structure before settling into one of four ride vehicles, designed to look like the iconic cars from the films. The ride vehicle modeled after Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger is currently on display at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Ride Vehicle

We have a good look — just baout 360 of the vehicle on display including thematic elements that make it look like the Dodge Charger from the films plus a peek at the seats, restraints, and other details.