Universal Orlando closes Fast & Furious: Supercharged Aug 16

Universal Orlando has announced the permanent closure of its Fast & Furious: Supercharged attraction, with its final day of operation set for August 16, 2026. The ride, located at Universal Studios Florida, will close earlier than previously indicated to make way for a new, high-speed roller coaster based on the same film franchise.

The closure accelerates a timeline that had initially projected the attraction remaining open until 2027. The decision aligns with a broader shift at Universal’s theme parks, as the company retires the screen-based tram experience in favor of a more physically intense coaster. The Hollywood version of Fast & Furious: Supercharged, which was part of the Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood, closed in March 2025.

The replacement attraction, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, is scheduled to open at Universal Orlando in 2027. A version is also planned for Universal Studios Hollywood, with an opening expected in the summer of 2026. The new coaster will be the fastest in Universal’s portfolio, reaching speeds up to 72 mph. It will feature 4,100 feet of track and 360-degree rotating vehicles designed to resemble iconic cars from the films, including a...