Walt Disney Imagineering used balloon testing to check sightlines for Piston Peak at Magic Kingdom, according to Disney Parks' August 28 video. The Cars-themed land is planned beyond Frontierland.
The company has not announced an opening date for Piston Peak or its attractions. Disney previously named the land's main ride Cars Ridge Run Rally, an open-air course inspired by Pixar's Cars.
It's all in the details ✨ Walt Disney Imagineering shares how they used Balloon testing to check site lines for Piston Peak at Magic Kingdom 🚗
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) August 28, 2026
Who's the wildest racer in the wheel-derness? An all-new look at Cars Ridge Run Rally coming to Piston Peak at Magic Kingdom.
— Disney Parks (@DisneyParks) August 15, 2026
Four Routes Show Piston Peak's Changing Terrain
The D23 Model Also Identifies a Miss Fritter Ride
WDW News Today documented a second attraction in the D23 model. The smaller family ride centers on Miss Fritter, the demolition-derby school bus from Cars 3, with vehicles arranged on rotating platforms.
Disney had previously described Piston Peak's second ride only as a family experience for younger guests. The company has not announced its official name.
Piston Peak Extends Frontierland's National Park Story
Piston Peak is under construction beyond Frontierland. The setting draws from Rocky Mountain, Yosemite and Yellowstone national parks, with a visitor lodge, Ranger HQ, trails, bridges and a broad mountain backdrop.
Balloon-testing detail: Disney Parks. Ride name and concept art: Disney Parks. Official project background: Disney Parks Blog. Miss Fritter model details: WDWNT's original D23 floor report.