Universal’s Tesla Tunnel Deal, Piston Peak Rising & SeaWorld’s New Dark Ride
FEB 17, 20263 MIN
Universal’s Tesla Tunnel Deal, Piston Peak Rising & SeaWorld’s New Dark Ride
FEB 17, 20263 MIN
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<p>Orlando’s landscape is shifting fast this week, with massive updates from Universal, Disney, and SeaWorld. In this episode of the Orlando Weekly update, we’re breaking down the game-changing news that Universal has selected Elon Musk’s <em>The Boring Company</em> to build an underground transit system. We discuss how these Tesla-powered tunnels will finally bypass the International Drive traffic to link the main resort with Epic Universe.</p><p>Over at Magic Kingdom, the skyline has changed forever as the rockwork for <em>Piston Peak</em>—the center of the new <em>Cars</em> land—has officially topped the treeline. We also dive into SeaWorld’s newly revealed 2026 attraction, <em>SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep</em>, a world-first suspended dark ride that’s replacing the old Penguin footprint. Plus, we celebrate the start of Mardi Gras at Universal and the debut of the massive 50-person "Mega-Float."</p><p><strong>In this week’s update:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>The Universal Loop:</strong> Universal picks The Boring Company to dig under Sand Lake Road.</li><li><strong>Piston Peak Rising:</strong> Rockwork for the <em>Cars</em> expansion is now visible from the park.</li><li><strong>SEAQuest Revealed:</strong> First details on SeaWorld’s massive new suspended dark ride for 2026.</li><li><strong>Mardi Gras Mega-Float:</strong> How to bag a spot on the largest parade float Universal has ever built.</li></ul><h3><strong>Plan your Walt Disney World holiday with Orlando Insider</strong></h3><p>Don't get stuck in a three-hour queue or on a crowded bus. If you want a holiday that actually works, head to <strong>www.orlandoinsider.co.uk</strong>. When you plan your trip with us, you get a personal <strong>Orlando Guru</strong> to handle the logistics, a sorted itinerary, and access to our <strong>Park Planner App</strong> to help you dodge the crowds in real-time.</p><p>Plan your Walt Disney World holiday with Orlando Insider here.</p>