Test Track refurb???

[FutureWorld1982]

AWESOME! I'd always wished/hoped that BMW would sponsor it, it's a ton of publicity for the dollar.

Looks like I will be taking my last victory laps in December before it closes for the refurbishment!

Here are some pics I came across of the new body.

I really hope to see some brand-new cars in the future, instead of just old cars with a new exterior body.

Those would be my pictures, by the way...

 

[Disney05]

Just read this: Test Track will be down for an extensive renovation from Easter 2012 to September 2012. Estimated $60 million renovation.

 

[danlb_2000]

Just read this: Test Track will be down for an extensive renovation from Easter 2012 to September 2012. Estimated $60 million renovation.

I am seeing this on Twitter but can't find any "official" confirmation of this.

Dan

 

[Disney05]

I am seeing this on Twitter but can't find any "official" confirmation of this.

Dan

I can't find any "official" confirmation either.

 

[djkidkaz]

Just read this: Test Track will be down for an extensive renovation from Easter 2012 to September 2012. Estimated $60 million renovation.

Makes sense seeing as Dumbo and Goofini are set to reopen right before Easter. They don't want to have too many things down at once, even if they are in separate parks.

 

[TinkerBell9988]

Agreed, so wheres all this talk coming from about it being a blend of test track modern yet world of motion style elements??

I have the same question... Can someone give any insight? I've already heard about the Next Gen thing... I'm more interested in the name change rumor and the whole bit about having some WoM style elements in the attractions.

This is making me excited about EPCOT again.

 

[misterID]

*officially giddy as a schoolgirl*

I have the same question... Can someone give any insight? I've already heard about the Next Gen thing... I'm more interested in the name change rumor and the whole bit about having some WoM style elements in the attractions.

This is making me excited about EPCOT again.

One of our own posters here has an inside source at GM. Just look back in this very thread.

 

[TropicalFig8]

I'm pretty excited for the Test Track refurb.

I hope there will be some new concept that is just like WoM.

 

[MichWolv]

I'm pretty excited for the Test Track refurb.

I hope there will be some new concept that is just like WoM.

Isn't WoM an old concept? Not that I'd be upset with its return, but new concept it isn't.

 

[Jeff456]

Is a soft opening likely (I understand it is almost a year away!)? I am there until the 1st of September and TT is one of my favourite rides!

 

[misterID]

Isn't WoM an old concept? Not that I'd be upset with its return, but new concept it isn't.

I think by new they mean different from what's there now. And wanting the new theme (compared to the existing theme) to be more like WOM.

 

[TropicalFig8]

But if the new ride will be just like WoM,I'd like to get a nice view of EPCOT again.

 

[WDW1974]

I hope they do a better job with these new/redone vehicles than the Chevy Impala I recently rented. 18 MPG??!! really in 2011?

Guess bankrupcy didn't teach GM very much.

 

[TestTrack]

I hope they do a better job with these new/redone vehicles than the Chevy Impala I recently rented. 18 MPG??!! really in 2011?

Guess bankrupcy didn't teach GM very much.

Can you show me many mid/large sedan's with a V6 engine that do much better? I see the Honda Accord gets 20...whoop dee doo. Plus the Impala engine is more powerful. Not everyone wants a 4 cylinder engine, especially in a larger vehicle.

 

[Chef Mickey]

I hope they do a better job with these new/redone vehicles than the Chevy Impala I recently rented. 18 MPG??!! really in 2011?

Guess bankrupcy didn't teach GM very much.

It's on par with anything Honda makes in the same power range. Don't be silly...

Get your foot out of the accelerator to save fuel. Driving habits matter much more than what you drive.

 

[MichWolv]

I hope they do a better job with these new/redone vehicles than the Chevy Impala I recently rented. 18 MPG??!! really in 2011?

Guess bankrupcy didn't teach GM very much.

As to the first paragraph, I agree that 18 in the city is pretty poor. That said, the highest estimated MPG in the city for a 6 cyl family sedan is the Camry at 21. Accord is 20. On the highway, the Camry, Accord at Impala are all at 30. So the difference, while substantive, isn't much. The issue is the 6 cylinder engine, which provides good power, but poor mileage. Next time, rent a 4 cylinder and you'll get better mileage -- won't be in Impala though, as there is no 4 cyl Impala.

As the second paragraph -- pithy, but unwarranted.

 

[TinkerBell9988]

But if the new ride will be just like WoM,I'd like to get a nice view of EPCOT again.

This. Is beautiful.

 

[montyz81]

Isn't WoM an old concept? Not that I'd be upset with its return, but new concept it isn't.

Actually, the current iteration of Test Track was part of the original concept.

 

[devoy1701]

Can you show me many mid/large sedan's with a V6 engine that do much better? I see the Honda Accord gets 20...whoop dee doo. Plus the Impala engine is more powerful. Not everyone wants a 4 cylinder engine, especially in a larger vehicle.

My 2011 Edge gets 19-27 and it weighs almost twice as much as these full size sedans. It was a no brainer for me to go midsize crossover when I bought a new car...more space, same EPA rating... Everyone needs to step up their game on full-size cars. There's no way my SUV should be getting better mileage than an Impala.

 

[MichWolv]

My 2011 Edge gets 19-27 and it weighs almost twice as much as these full size sedans. It was a no brainer for me to go midsize crossover when I bought a new car...more space, same EPA rating... Everyone needs to step up their game on full-size cars. There's no way my SUV should be getting better mileage than an Impala.

It doesn't. Edge is 19 city, 27 highway. Impala is 18 city, 30 highway. Based on normal splits, the Impala will come out slightly ahead.

I agree with your point that everybody should step up their game.