New Test Track Canopy Revealed as Scaffolding Comes Down at EPCOT

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Test Track refurbishment - April 16, 2025
Posted: Friday April 18, 2025 8:35am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

The reimagining of Test Track at EPCOT has reached another visible milestone this week, as construction crews have removed most of the scaffolding from around the attraction’s new entry canopy. For the first time, guests can get a clear look at what will eventually serve as the redesigned entrance to one of EPCOT’s most popular attractions.


The sleek, curved structure replaces the former flat overhead canopy and sets the tone for the attraction’s updated look, which emphasizes innovation, research and development, and a more refined design language in line with the attraction’s upcoming relaunch. While the area is still an active construction zone, the canopy’s final form is now much easier to visualize.

Old Signage Still in Place, New Marquee Yet to Appear

Despite the progress on the entry structure, the previous Test Track signage still remains on the front of the building. A permit for signage installation has already been filed, but the new marquee has not yet been installed. It’s likely that the updated signage will reflect the attraction’s shift from Chevrolet-branded theming to a broader collaboration with General Motors.



Ride Testing Still Ongoing, But Infrequent

Guests walking by Test Track may still hear ride vehicles cycling, as test runs continue intermittently. However, the vehicles are not yet running on a regular schedule, and daytime testing remains sporadic. Disney has already given fans a first look at the newly updated ride vehicles in a behind-the-scenes video, revealing a darker, more subtle design with all-new paint, seating, and interior graphics.

Looking Ahead

Set to reopen in late summer 2025, the reimagined Test Track will feature new queue exhibits, reworked show scenes, and a renewed focus on customization, onboard technology, and the joy of driving.

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    Chef idea Mickey`=16 hours ago

    Yes E.T. before Back to the Future scene!

    Jayspency2 days ago

    Can confirm Elsa will be singing it’s fun to be free as we let it go across the high speed loop

    graphite13262 days ago

    Now it's going to be a Frozen scene.

    DisneyCane2 days ago

    I guess it was authentic in a way since the wood was once in a forest.

    DreamfinderGuy2 days ago

    The one with the plywood trees yes

    Bocabear2 days ago

    There was a forest scene?

    DreamfinderGuy3 days ago

    We don’t actually know the extent of it. We know the forest scene was gutted and rebuilt, that’s about it

    eddie1043 days ago

    Correct me if I’m wrong but wasn’t this ride completely gutted on the inside ?? So any sets we see are brand new built from scratch ???

    Jayspency3 days ago

    To further elaborate TBA opened June 28th

    uncle jimmy3 days ago

    AP's were sent an email a month before our previews of TBA last year giving dates and info. May was the email and mid June was preview's, I think it opened shortly after that.

    DisneyCane3 days ago

    What's surprising to me is that with LEDs they can create all kinds of unique light fixtures yet they come up with designs that look like fluorescent fixtures from 50 years ago.

    ToTBellHop4 days ago

    “You’re damn right, he’s a Leo!” ~full video available on OnlyCats~

    EagleScout6104 days ago

    Thought you could sneak past us while we were distracted by the Imagineer's genius, eh ladder?

    solidyne4 days ago

    Sure they have. Simba's a Leo, Chip 'n' Dale are Geminis, Sebastian is a Cancer...

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