In preparation for Fast & Furious 11, actor Vin Diesel is training on the track at Irwindale Speedway in California. The speedway holds significance in the franchise's history, as it is where Dom's father tragically died in a crash, leading to a rift between Dom and his brother Jakob. Diesel's training runs on the track serve as a tribute to the franchise's past. Fast & Furious 11 will mark the conclusion of the main saga and the Toretto family's story. Universal Pictures has announced that there will be at least two more films in the Fast & Furious franchise, including Fast 11 and a spinoff centered around Dwayne Johnson's character, Luke Hobbs. While the release date for Fast 11 is yet to be confirmed, it is expected to hit theaters in 2026. Diesel's commitment to training on the track suggests that he is dedicated to making the final film worth the wait.
Meanwhile, construction is progressing on the Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift roller coaster at Universal Studios Hollywood. The coaster, set to open in 2026, is being built between the Upper and Lower Lot of the theme park. The latest construction progress shows more track being installed, including the station for the coaster. The ride will feature innovative and technological achievements never before seen in a roller coaster, including 360-degree rotation of the ride vehicles and a track constructed with sound reduction technology. Guests will queue up in a red brick, garage-style structure and ride vehicles modeled after cars from the films. The coaster will wind its way over parts of the theme park. The project is being developed by Universal Destinations & Experiences, which has expertise in revolutionizing roller coaster development across its global theme parks. [623fc06e] [1c5e823a]