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Walt Disney World Speedway to be Demolished for Magic Kingdom Parking Lot Expansion

Earlier this year the Walt Disney World Resort announced plans to close the Walt Disney World Speedway, known affectionately as the Mickyard. The Speedway is home to the Richard Petty Driving Experience and was the home of the Exotic Driving Experience, which closed this spring after a fatal accident.

Exotic Driving Experience Operations Manager and Instructor Gary Terry Killed in Accident on Race Course

A fatal accident at the Richard Petty Exotic Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway on April 13 claimed the life of longtime team member Gary Terry. The 36-year-old was the Senior Operations Manager and professional driving instructor for the Exotic Driving Experience and was a passenger in the car at the time of the crash.

Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway Officially Closing August 9

If you're hoping to drive a few laps around the Walt Disney World Speedway, you still have a few months. The closure of the Mickyard and the Richard Petty Driving Experience has been pushed back from June to August 9.

Walt Disney World Speedway and Richard Petty Driving Experience Attraction Closing in June

The Walt Disney World Speedway is closing in June which means the end of the Richard Petty Driving Experience and the Exotic Driving Experience. The closure of the "Mickyard," as the Speedway was often referred to, means that nearly 70 people will be out of jobs.

Car Masters Weekend Returns to Downtown Disney on Father’s Day Weekend, June 14 and 15

This year's Car Masters Weekend returns to Downtown Disney on Father's Day weekend, June 14 and 15 and promises guests some high-octane excitement.

Guests at this year's event can see more than 100 classic, muscle, and exotic vehicles at the Downtown Disney Car Show Presented by Meguiar's.

The cars will be displayed on the West Side promenade and fans even have a chance to vote for their favorite car. There will be expert judges on hand to score the cars, and the event closes with an awards ceremony on Sunday night.

Petty Holdings, LLC and Pixar Animation Studios Bringing ‘Cars’ Characters to Life at Walt Disney World Speedway

An all-new junior ride-along program is headed to the Walt Disney World Speedway.

Petty Holdings, LLC and Pixar Animation Studios have announced they are bringing two Cars characters to life: Aiken Axler and Sage VanDerSpin. Richard Petty was the voice of 'The King' in the original Cars movie.

'VIP Day With Christian Fittipaldi' Coming to WDW Speedway in June

Ever wanted to sit shotgun as a professional race-car driver takes an auto through its paces? The Walt Disney World Speedway might be able to fulfill this wish for you as it is holding a "VIP Day with Christian Fittipaldi" June 8.

Walt Disney World Speedway to Have New Exotic Cars in January

Walt Disney World guests who feel the need for speed will like what's coming to the Speedway in the new year. A new fleet of exotic supercars plus a new track will be available to provide guests with a new "exotic auto experience."

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Great Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day at Walt Disney World

Father's Day is less than a week away and we can't think of a better place to celebrate Dad than at the Walt Disney World Resort.

To help you plan that special day for dad, we've come up with a list of fun things to do for Father's Day at Walt Disney World. We have ideas for thrill seekers, golfers, and even for a more relaxing day for dad.

The Fittipaldi Cup Comes to the Walt Disney World Speedway as Part of The Exotics Course

For one day this June, the ultimate exotic car experience is coming to the Walt Disney World Speedway with the Fittipaldi Cup.

On June 13 The Fittipaldi Cup comes to the Speedway and this one-of-a-kind program gives participants a chance to drive supercars, street cars, and karts in timed and scored events.

The drivers participating in the event are competing to win the Fittipaldi Cup trophy. The exotic car event includes two 6-lap driving experiences in cars from Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi, and Nissan.

Satisfy Your Need for Speed with The Richard Petty Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway

If you like fast cars and have "drive like a NASCAR driver" on your bucket list, then you need to check out The Richard Petty Driving Experience at the Walt Disney World Speedway.

Yes, that's right. There is a speedway right in the middle of all the magic at the Walt Disney World Resort.