Radiator Springs Racers — Attraction in Anaheim

A Dream Come True for Cars Fans As a lifelong fan of the Cars franchise—and I mean a true fan, for whom the films are more a religion than just a cartoon—I've dreamed of riding Radiator Springs Racers since the day it opened. Today, that dream finally came true, and it was better than I could have ever imagined. My family and I stepped into the world of Radiator Springs, and from the very start, I was in awe. The attention to detail is simply phenomenal. Every turn, every building, every face felt so familiar and lovingly recreated. It's not just a ride; it's an immersive journey into the heart of the movie. Seeing Lightning McQueen, Mater, and the whole gang in person was a magical moment that felt both nostalgic and brand new. The ride itself is an absolute thrill. The journey through Ornament Valley is stunning, and the dark ride section perfectly captures the charm and humor of the films. But the real adrenaline rush comes when you line up for the big race. The feeling of accelerating side-by-side with another car, speeding through the desert landscape, is an exhilarating, wind-in-your-hair experience. My competitive spirit was fully engaged, and the whole family was laughing and cheering. Words can't fully capture the joy and excitement I felt. This wasn't just a theme park ride; it was a pilgrimage. For anyone who holds the Cars movies dear, Radiator Springs Racers is an essential experience. It’s a beautifully crafted tribute that honors the spirit of the films in a way that is both thrilling and deeply moving. I could never give enough kind words to describe how perfect it was. This is more than a ride—it’s a memory my family and I will...

First time to Disney California Adventure Park on 6/8/2023. We all were excited to go on the Radiator Springs Racers. It was supposed to be a car race, so that sounded like tons of fun! I read online that there is a jump in the ride and you lift off your seat a bit only held in place by the seat belt - and yes that really does happen, but what comes next was a big surprise to me. What I did not realize is that this ride is a boarder-line roller coaster. There are a lot of turns, ups and downs, and places where you think you might bonk on things before going beneath them. This is definitely much more of a thrill ride than I expected. It is probably the upper limit as to what I can handle personally with health, neck, and stomach issues. I am not 100% sure I will ride it again due to my age, but I am glad I rode it once. I did not feel any jerkiness that hurt my neck or back, but I was very tight and stressed after the ride. All day long, the wait time for this ride was 120+ minutes. We waited until that dropped to under 90 while everyone else was eating dinner. Honestly, this is the one ride in the park that you should go on the second you notice a low wait time or do it first thing in the morning. It appears to be hands down the most popular at Disneyland California Adventure Park. Overall, this thrill ride is the upper limit for people who don't like roller coasters. Those who stress out easily may not like the thrill side of things. Our wait time ended up being about 90 minutes, but making friends in line made the time pass...

Git R Done!

My favorite ride at Disney's California Adventure, Radiator Springs Racers was a shot of adrenaline the 5 times I rode it during my visit. 4 by way of single rider line. I wish I knew the first ride, as I would've save a ton of time. On the bright side, I did get to check out the decor in the queue.

Having never seen the "Cars" series of movies, the first half of the ride was an introduction to the characters, involving a mini-tour of Radiator Springs. Then, the ride branches between Luigi's Casa Della Tires or Ramone's House of Body Art. Ramone's was my favorite. Now, the best part. The six person car lines up at the starting line, waiting for the next car to take their mark. Then, it's off!

WHOO-HOO!!

Feeling like a real race, the tight turns made me feel like I a weighed a ton, and the bunny hops brought back memories of "Dukes of Hazzard" or "Knight Rider." The whole time, the dueling cars trade the lead, until the fastest crosses the finish line. Not to brag, but my car won 4 out of 5. Of course, one race didn't have a competing car, so that race was won by default. However, a win's a win!

Must ride! Radiator Springs Racers was an absolute blast! Well worth the wait, which fortunately w/ the single rider line, isn't much of a wait. The last 3 times I rode were back to back to back, completing a wonderful visit to California Adventure. Best ride at...