Universal Orlando’s next blockbuster roller coaster is starting to rise, and it’s already changing the skyline of the park.
Construction on Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift has officially reached a major milestone, with vertical structures now beginning to take shape at Universal Studios Florida. The highly anticipated attraction, which will replace the former Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit, is steadily transforming from groundwork into a towering new presence inside the park.
For months, progress on the project largely focused on demolition and foundational work. Crews cleared the previous coaster and began laying extensive concrete footers across the site—early indicators of the ride’s massive scale.
Now, that groundwork is paying off in a big way.
Recent updates show vertical construction elements emerging, including structural supports and building frameworks that will eventually house portions of the ride experience. It’s the clearest sign yet that Hollywood Drift is moving into its next phase—and that the coaster’s full layout is beginning to come into view.
And this isn’t just any coaster.
When it opens, Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is expected to deliver one of the most intense experiences in Universal Orlando’s lineup. Inspired by the blockbuster film franchise, the ride will feature 360-degree rotating ride vehicles designed to simulate the high-speed drifting action fans know from the movies.
But perhaps the most eye-catching element is still to come.
The Florida version of the coaster is rumored to include a 170-foot vertical spike, sending riders nearly 17 stories into the air before plunging back down—an addition that would make it one of the most visually striking features at the resort.
That vertical component is likely part of what’s now beginning to take shape on site.
Unlike its counterpart at Universal Studios Hollywood—which is built along a mountainside—the Orlando version will occupy a flatter footprint, meaning its height and structural elements will play a key role in delivering the same sense of scale and intensity.
The result is a ride that isn’t just fast—it’s designed to stand out.
Set to open in 2027, Hollywood Drift represents Universal’s continued push toward high-thrill, IP-driven attractions that blend cutting-edge ride technology with cinematic storytelling.
It also marks a major shift for the park, replacing one of its most recognizable coasters with a completely reimagined experience tied to one of Universal’s biggest film franchises.
For fans watching construction progress, this latest update is a big one.
Vertical construction doesn’t just mean progress—it means the ride is becoming real in a way that guests can actually see, track, and anticipate.
And if this pace continues, it won’t be long before track pieces, ride elements, and signature features begin to follow.
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