UPDATE: Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway on Its Way to Disneyland
The Disneyland version of the ride is set to open some time in 2022, while the Hollywood Studios version has had its release date pushed back to 2020
Earlier this year, The News Wheel wrote about Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway, a new road trip-based attraction coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Disney has just revealed that Hollywood Studios won’t be the only theme park to receive the attraction, and it will also be added to Disneyland Make the Most of Your Trip to […]
Lightning McQueen and Friends Celebrate “Haul-O-Ween” at Disneyland Resort
From September 15 to October 31, Cars Land at Disney's California Adventure will receive a spooky and spirited makeover
Halloween may still be a month and a half away. However, a certain set of four-wheeled friends at the Disneyland Resort are already getting into the spooky spirit. Starting today through Halloween, the Cars Land area at Disney’s California Adventure theme park is celebrating Haul-O-Ween. The Stars of Cars: Kerry Washington, Nathan Fillion, and Lea DeLaria […]
“TRON Realm, Chevrolet Digital Challenge” Attraction Opens in Shanghai Disneyland
Shanghai Disneyland is now offering visitors a TRON-influenced glimpse at the future of transportation, presented in part by GM. The park’s newly opened “TRON Realm, Chevrolet Digital Challenge” attraction represents a collaboration between Shanghai Disney Resort and its alliance participant, SAIC-General Motors. Located in Tomorrowland, the new, Chevy-sponsored TRON Realm is easily accessible from TRON […]
Honda New Sponsor of Classic Disneyland Resort Autopia Attraction
Honda has announced that it will be the new sponsor of the Disneyland Resort attraction Autopia, a classic ride that allows visitors to steer specially designed bumper cars around an enclosed track. Honda also committed to continue its multiyear strategic alliance with Disneyland Resort. Autopia—a portmanteau of the words “automobile” and “utopia”—has been a part […]
How to Get Your Hands on Classic Disneyland Cars This November
Upcoming auction to feature timeless Disneyland vehicles
Chances are that you know someone who collects Disney memorabilia, or perhaps you yourself collect it! The accumulation of Disneyana has become an obsession for many looking to preserve their childhood and the legacy of the beloved production studio. For those looking to take their collection from simple knickknacks to truly rare items, a California-based […]
3 Suggestions for a Fall-Friendly Road Trip
Labor Day has come and gone, and the weather has begun cooling (at least for now). The leaves have begun to change color, and kids have gone back to school (making your commute last twice as long). If you’re looking to get away solo, spend some much-needed time together with a friend or partner, or […]
The Strange History of Disney’s “LiMOUSEine”
Ever since the opening of Disneyland in 1955, Disney has been no stranger to attention-grabbing forms of promotion for their parks. From billboards and TV commercials to converting a monorail train into a street-legal rocket car, Disney has found innovative and often strange ways to increase park attendance. This is the story of the strange […]
Superstar Limo: The Story of Disney’s Lamest Ride – Pt. 2
In part one of this story, we discussed the history behind what might be Disney’s lamest theme park ride: Superstar Limo. We talked about the events that led to the creation of California Adventure, the initial plans for the car-themed ride, and how the tragic death of Princess Diana changed those plans. Now, it’s time […]
Superstar Limo: The Story of Disney’s Lamest Ride – Pt. 1
The story of the Disney theme parks — and of Disney in general — is defined by innovation, imagination, and more than a little magic. While most of its legendary theme park attractions have been beloved and cherished for generations, this isn’t always the case. This is the story of how poor choices, circumstances beyond […]
Rocket Rods: Disney’s Rocket-Powered Mistake – Pt. 2
In part one of this story, we discussed the history of Tomorrowland’s beloved Peoplemover, and how it was ultimately replaced by the car-themed Rocket Rods attraction. Now it’s time to find out how it all went very, very wrong. The New Hummer is Coming: And its quite the attraction A Rocket Rods replacement In the […]
Rocket Rods: Disney’s Rocket-Powered Mistake – Pt. 1
Behind their veneer of magic, mascots, and overpriced souvenirs, the Disney theme parks are overflowing with interesting stories and history. Disneyland in particular is home to many tales of innovation, imagination, and more than a few infamous missteps. This is the story of one of those missteps, and of how one of Disneyland’s most legendary […]
The Mouse-O-Rail: Disney’s Street-Legal Monorail Super Car
When most people think of the Disney theme parks, they think of costumed characters and overpriced bottled water. However, beyond the visual spender and veneer of “Disney magic” is a fascinating history of innovation, imagination, and recycling old things into newer, shinier things. Disney is no stranger to reusing iconic elements of their theme parks […]
A Brief History of SEMA and Who Can Attend
Starting tomorrow, automotive journalists and industry experts will attend the Specialty Equipment Market Association show at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Nevada. At SEMA, vehicle and parts manufacturers have the opportunity to showcase innovative new products and concepts while speaking with other companies and auto authorities. This year’s show looks to be especially exciting, […]
The Story of Disney’s Lost World’s Fair Attraction: Ford’s Magic Skyway
A collaboration between Disney and Ford created one of the most memorable attractions at the 1964 World's Fair. Unfortunately, the ride never made it to any of the Disney theme parks.
For both Ford Motor Company and Walt Disney, the 1964 New York World’s Fair was a watershed moment. Ford was planning to introduce its new Mustang model at the World’s Fair, hoping that the “pony car” would be a success for the Ford Brand. Meanwhile, Disney received the opportunity to test out new technologies for […]
Chevrolet Corvette C8 to Debut in Anaheim, California
We knew when the Corvette C8 would be revealed. Now we know where it will make its debut.
We’ve known when the next-generation Chevrolet Corvette C8 will make its debut for some time now, as Chevrolet officials have officially stated that the new Corvette will be unveiled on July 18. However, where the Corvette C8 will makes its big debut remained a mystery until very recently. All evidence suggests that the Chevrolet Corvette […]
Mobile DJ “Cars” Character Makes His Way to Disney’s Hollywood Studios
DJ, a interactive party vehicle, will make his debut at the park alongside its latest attraction, Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy, a brand-new interactive show starring the cast from Pixar’s Cars films, is set to open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the end of this month. However, that won’t be the only Cars-based attraction coming to the theme park. Disney is also sending the DJ character to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. How to […]
Mickey, Take the Wheel! New Road Trip-Based Ride Starring Mickey and Minnie Mouse Set to Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Mickey and Minnie Mouse will receive their very first Disney ride this fall in the form of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida, is a theme park in flux at the moment. The park is moving away from its original concept as a working movie studio as it adds new themed areas, such as the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Even the marquee attraction of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, The Great Movie Ride, […]
Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy Opens at Disney’s Hollywood Studios on March 31
This new interactive show starring the "Cars" cast will bring guests face-to-grille with Lightning McQueen
If you wanted to learn how to be a high-speed racer, who would be the best candidate for your teacher? Dale Earnhardt Jr.? Danica Patrick? What about Lightning McQueen? That’s the premise of a new attraction coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, entitled Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy. Getting Around in Orlando: Top travel tips for Orlando vacationers […]