NEWS: Reimagined Test Track Reminiscent of Original World of Motion to Open in 2025

Test Track recently closed in June 2024, so work could begin on its reimagining. Disney has given an update on when we can expect the new version to open. Learn more below.

Here are all the details from Disney Cast Member Rachel Paige:

Buckle up for a brand-new experience when a reimagined Test Track presented by Chevrolet races into EPCOT in 2025.

Announced during Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Walt Disney Imagineering is collaborating with Chevrolet to push innovation forward and celebrate humanity’s enduring drive (pun intended) on the thrilling road to a brighter tomorrow. But, before we get too far down this winding road, Test Track will celebrate today’s innovation while highlighting the past, present, and future. The queue will feature six distinct exhibits, and within each room celebrate the vehicles – and people behind the vehicles – that push the envelope and help get people to our next chapter in our motion journey.

New show scenes will be added showcasing technological advances and how our lifestyles and relationships to mobility connect everyone. Enjoy a joy ride through scenes focusing on onboard technology, customization and personalization. Followed by a trip through a scenic outdoor route reminding us all of the joys of driving, taking in the world around us and spending quality time with friends and family.

Construction on this reimagined experience has already begun, and eagle-eyed visitors might already have picked up on the fact that the new exterior harkens back to the original pavilion design.

RELATED ARTICLE: 7 Reasons We Love Epcot at Disney World

by Matt and Kim

It’s no secret that Epcot is a theme park like no other. Incomparable to any of the other Disney parks or outside parks, Epcot is an excellent choice if you are looking for a unique experience. Here are seven reasons why falling in love with Epcot is unavoidable!

1 – You Don’t Need a Passport to Travel the World

Number one, hands down, our favorite part about Epcot is the World Showcase. Eleven countries surrounding the World Showcase Lagoon make up roughly a 1.2-mile walk of beautiful scenery, shopping, and dining. Where else can you have a margarita in Mexico, shop for a cuckoo clock in Germany, dine in Italy, and check out the entertainment at the United Kingdom all within the same day! The atmosphere and scenery changes with every country, as do the Cast Members’ accents and uniforms. If you haven’t experienced the World Showcase, you’ll be absolutely amazed at the detail Disney Imagineers put into it!

2 – Taste Bud’s Euphoria 

Epcot’s dining options are endless! Whatever your dining cuisine preference or craving, you’ll be able to find it at Disney. Not only does each country in the World Showcase have its own incredible flavor to match the country, but the quick service locations and other restaurants in the other neighborhoods are also delicious. We feel it’s safe to say the dining options at Epcot are the most unique, with the best variety and taste, then you will find anywhere on Disney property.

3 – One of A Kind Attractions

Create your own car and go for a test ride on Test Track, travel through time in the world’s largest geodesic sphere, save the galaxy with the Guardians of the Galaxy, or shrink down to the size of a rat and race through a Parisian restaurant with Remy! Epcot holds some one-of-a-kind attractions that are often overlooked. Let’s not forget about the awesome logistics that go into creating an experience as wonderful as Soarin! Plus, Epcot has its own 5.7-million-gallon saltwater aquarium located inside The Seas with Nemo and Friends attraction. It’s easy to fall in love with these incredibly unique attractions!

4 – A Gardener’s Paradise

We may not have a green thumb, but thankfully we get to experience a masterpiece garden paradise at Epcot. Epcot landscape is impeccable. Not to say other parks don’t offer beautiful sceneries but based on what we’ve seen, Epcot holds the key when it comes to landscaping and gardening. Green grass, always in bloom flowers, lush greenery, and our favorite – character-designed shrubs and flower patterns. Just about everywhere you look at Epcot, you’ll find something you just have to take a picture of. Let’s not forget about the Living with the Land attraction. Take this calming boat ride as a miniature tour of what Disney is up to behind the scenes that make Epcot and the other parks’ scenery unsurpassed. No wonder Epcot is home to the Flower and Garden Festival!

5 – Nighttime Glow

At EPCOT, you can enjoy a new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous the Symphony of Us.” The shows brings guests together around World Showcase Lagoon and shines a light on the shared experiences that connect people across the globe. With a dazzling display of fireworks, fountains, lights, and music. Much like a beautiful piece of music, “Luminous the Symphony of Us” is made up of a series of movements representing common themes of the human experience. The new show a perfect finale to a memorable day at EPCOT

 6 – Easy Access 

Simply put, Epcot is one of the easier parks to gain access to. With two convenient entrance locations (the main gate and Epcot Resorts gate), it’s easy to access and feels less crowded for guests to enter the park. Those staying on-site at one of the Epcot Resorts can easily come and go as they please. Plus, jumping on and off the monorail in the front or the Disney Skyliner in the back is a breeze! Let’s not forget about the boating option, bus transportation, or the excellent parking lot. The excellent parking lot, you say? Yes! Compared to the other theme parks, Epcot’s parking lot is typically the one that can place you closest to the entrance. Easy in and easy out – we love it!

7 – Special Events

Epcot has some pretty amazing special events! Of course, the awesome Food and Wine Festival is probably the most popular and one of our personal favorites. Only at Epcot could an event like this be held, embracing the international flavors of food and wine. As mentioned briefly above, Epcot also has the Flower and Garden Festival, which embraces the beauty of home gardens by providing great ideas and fascinating displays. This is our favorite time to walk around the park. The Epcot Festival of the Holidays and the Candlelight Processional is a memorable special event that takes place around the holidays and walks guests through the story of Christmas with music and celebrity guest appearances. You also don’t want to miss the Epcot Festival of the Arts in January and February, which celebrates the arts! Let’s not forget about the America Gardens Theater. This outdoor concert area seems to always have special presentations with musicians, vocalists, and performers. Take a seat and enjoy.

There are so many reasons to love Epcot! What makes your Epcot love list?