Tag: Autopia
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Stitch Encounter | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 13, 2006
On this day in 2006, three new attractions opened in Tomorrowland at Hong Kong Disneyland. Stitch Encounter, Autopia, and UFO Zone expanded the park’s offerings just in time for its one year anniversary. Fans of Stitch could now interact with him in real time on a large video screen–in three languages! Autopia delivered electric technology…
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Autopia | DISNEY THIS DAY | June 29, 2000
On this day in 2000, the Autopia at Disneyland reopened with much longer tracks, including a new off-road section. It had updated cars that replaced the original Chevrolet Corvette Stingray-style cars. These cars were styled after the new sponsor, Chevron, and their animated “Chevron Cars” line that was made into advertisements and toys. They were…
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Disneyland’s Autopia Confirmed to Be Electric Before End of 2026
Recently, the Los Angeles Times shared that Autopia would soon no longer be powered by gas engines. The question mark for many who read this story was if that means hybrid or electric vehicles for the attraction in the future. Now, this question has been answered. In an update article, the Los Angeles Times confirmed…
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20 Years of Daps Magic – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #706
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week’s episode happens to land on the 20th anniversary of Daps Magic’s founding. The first part of this show is filled with memories and moments from the first two decades of Daps Magic. Then the discussion turns to what is going on in the world of Disney and positive stuff.…
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Disneyland’s Autopia to Say Goodbye to Gas-Powered Cars
For many children, driving a car on Autopia at Disneyland is almost a rite of passage. I can remember years ago driving one with my grandpa, both of us wearing Goofy hats. Through the years, the cars have changed and the roadways updated. In the coming years, the cars apparently will be updated once again.…
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Avis to Sponsor Autopia at Disneyland Paris As The Attraction Gets Added Magic
Disneyland Paris is proud to announce the integration of Avis, Official Car Rental Partner, in Autopia, starting on December 18, 2023. This collaboration marks a new milestone for this iconic attraction, providing guests with an enhanced experience, infused with Disney magic and nods to the Avis brand. Autopia, presented by Avis, promises guests an adventure with…
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The Week After – GEEKS CORNER – Episode 1020 (#491)
Welcome to a very full episode of GEEKS CORNER! This week, there is a lot of ground to cover due to THE DAPSIES being last weekend. Throughout the course of the episode, the geeks chat about the increase in prices at Disney Park. This time, they chat about what the prices are worth and what…
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A Sweet Week – DISNEY Reporter
Welcome to another edition of the DISNEY Reporter! This week there is a lot of ground to cover. Things start off with a small fire that occurred behind Main Street, USA at Disneyland this week. This coming week Valentine’s Day will be celebrated by Disney fans at the Disneyland Resort. DAPS MAGIC has ideas for…
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FastPass Coming Soon to Monsters, Inc. and Autopia at Disneyland Resort
This afternoon, Disney made a fun announcement for families will young children! Both Autopia and Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sulley to the Rescue will have FastPass coming to the attractions at Disneyland to help families make the most out of their time at the place where dreams come true. Monsters, Inc. Mike and Sulley to…
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The Return of Grizzly River Run – Sundays with DAPs Photo & Video Disneyland Resort Update
This week on Sundays with DAPs we not only celebrate the return of Grizzly River Run to Disney California Adventure but also some updates to Autopia. ASIMO and Bird have joined the fleet of Honda cars in Tomorrowland in Disneyland for an updated experience. Spring is also in full force at the Disneyland Resort and…
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ASIMO Joins Autopia Attraction at Disneyland
Disneyland’s Autopia has been updated with a new look, story, and ASIMO(Advanced Step in Innovative Mobility)! That’s right, the android that used to reside in Innoventions now can be found while driving through Tomorrowland on Autopia. Last year Autopia was updated through a partnership with Honda. This brought an updated look to the cars along with new fuel-efficient…
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Tomorrowland Takeover – Hong Kong Disneyland In Detail
Moving through a tour of Hong Kong Disneyland it’s time for Tomorrowland! When I visited Hong Kong Disneyland it was the second day of the Star Wars Takeover, and much of the pictures reflects it. Though it’s not quite the extent of other takeovers like at Disneyland and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, it still had a…
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Civil Star Wars – Geeks Corner – Episode 531
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week it’s all about Captain America: Civil War, May the 4th (Star Wars), Shanghai Disneyland, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and a few other pragmatic things. Join Mr. DAPs, Hayley the Hatter, and Murray the Bellhop for this off the wall episode. Along the way, count how many times the word “pragmatic”…
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Interview with Peter Whitehead, the Creative Director of the Walt Disney Hometown Museum at the D23 Expo
Marceline, Missouri is the town that Walt Disney considered home. Take a walk down Main Street, USA at Disneyland and you see the recreation of Marceline’s downtown in Walt Disney’s idealized form. Walt Disney always continued to have a connection with Marceline and returned throughout his life and also made some donations to the town. This…