Radiator Springs Racers at Cars Land

Vroom, Whoosh, Screech, Vroom... When I think of Cars and specifically Radiator Springs Racers these are the sounds I hear in my head. It's okay if you don't hear the same things. You might want to get it looked into though. Amongst the many attractions you'll find in Cars Land, Radiator Springs Racers is by far the most popular. You'll need to have a plan in place to get on this ride!

It's not uncommon to be in line at Radiator Springs Racers for upwards of 2 1/2 hours on a slow day. Here's a tip though, get to the park early! When I say early, I mean before the park even opens. Head over to Buena Vista Street entrance 1/2 hour or more before park opening. You'll be able to get into the park around 30 minutes before official opening. Once in California Adventure send one person from your group to get the Fast Pass's at Radiator Springs Racers, while the rest of you hit up the new Starbucks. This is the most popular attraction in Cars Land and there are days when the entire allotment of Fast Passes are gone within the first hour or so of park opening. You'll be sorry if you wait. 

Another tip for parents, if you have any toddlers with you, make sure you have them measured first. The ride height is minimum 40". In addition to the ride height, know that the ride is fast, there are dips and hills and can be scary. If your children are anything like mine, they will expect to be the "winners" every time... That won't happen, so prep them starting now. There is no set car that will win every time so don't try to figure it out. It'd be easier to figure out how many drops, and how far they will go, there will be in Tower of Terror.

There are a few moments of stomach drops as you experience roller coaster like "flying" and "near misses" along the way. These can be scary for most younger kids, but generally if you like a ride such as Big Thunder Mountain Railroad you'll be just fine on Radiator Springs Racers.

One last bit of information on Radiator Springs Racers, much like its cousin, Fast Track, in Walt Disney World this ride will break down and break down often. Much of the long line can be attributed to those holding out hope for the ride to be fixed and returned to operation. Unfortunately, the ride hasn't gotten the bugs worked out completely so be prepared to entertain the kids and adults in your group for extended periods of time. 

Overall, take the time to enjoy Radiator Springs Racers and all of Cars Land. You'll find that there is plenty to do and if you can swing it to ride the Racers twice, hit it once at night and once in the day for completely different experiences. All of Cars Land at night is a completely magical transformation, what with all the neon and more. Don't miss out!

I hope you find this information fun, new and worthwhile.

Daniel is a self-proclaimed Disney Geek, Disney Vacation Planner and a Disneyland Specialist. When he’s not adding to the plethora of Disney Trivia in his head, you can find him on his Facebook Page and/or follow him on Twitter…