Center Portion of Test Track Canopy Supports Removed in EPCOT

Crews have begun removing the support structure for the former Test Track canopy. The canopy itself was removed in early August as part of reimagining the EPCOT attraction.

Test Track Canopy Removal

Three cars, including a yellow sports car, black SUV, and red truck, are parked in front of a building under construction with a sign that reads "Test Track, reopening soon.

In late 2022, the canopy was damaged by Hurricane Ian and removed. It was replaced in March 2023 but is gone for good.

A Chevrolet Test Track attraction under construction with two cars parked in front. Sign reads "Test Track Chevrolet Coming Soon.

Most of the roof of the canopy support structure is now gone, leaving only two scaffolding towers and an archway.

A construction site with metal scaffolding and a large crane in front of a modern building under a cloudy sky.

A crane was on site Thursday morning, sitting in front of the archway.

Outdoor scene with a fenced-off area, green grass, trees, and metal structures. Overcast sky in the background.

Concept art (at the bottom of this article) indicates that the entire canopy structure will be removed. A new more permanent overhang will be installed over the attraction entrance.

Construction site with scaffolding and cranes, surrounded by green foliage and trees. Grey clouds are visible in the sky. Safety barriers surround the construction area.

Test Track closed in June for this reimagining and is scheduled to open next year.

A construction site shows a partially built steel framework with cranes and machinery in front of a large, curved building under a cloudy sky.

We’ve previously noted that crews removed paneling from the underside of the exterior track.

Construction site with metal framework structures and cranes, partially obscured by a gray fence and leafy trees, under an overcast sky.

Test Track 3.0 will “celebrate today’s innovation while highlighting the past, present, and future.” Disney said it would draw inspiration from World of Motion, which Test Track replaced.

Rendering of the Test Track attraction at Disney's Epcot, with families and visitors entering the building. The attraction, which features Chevrolet signage and a futuristic design, seamlessly integrates state-of-the-art technology, ensuring it meets all required permits for safety and innovation.

The new overhang will be rounded like the show building. The attraction will also get a new sign.

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