Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1-inspired GT coupe on tap
The German luxury automaker will offer 200 copies of the special edition.
SeaWorld: Arctic flying theater in works for next year
SeaWorld Orlando is adding a “flying theater” attraction with scenes from the Arctic. It is scheduled to open in spring 2025, the theme park announced Thursday.
The visuals for the theater will include icy landscapes, the Aurora Borealis, beluga whales, orcas, walruses and other sea life from the air and from land, including remote parts of the Arctic.
The new attraction is under construction in the space formerly occupied by Wild Arctic, a motion simulator that opened in 1995. It has been closed since the beginning of the pandemic shutdown in March 2020. The live animal habitats with belugas and walruses there will continue to be open.
“We are thrilled to introduce this first-of-its-kind attraction to SeaWorld Orlando,” Jon Peterson, president of SeaWorld Orlando, said in a news release. “By bringing the wonders of the Arctic to life, we are offering guests an unparalleled and immersive experience that will create lasting memories for people of all ages.”
The attraction will have two multi-level theaters that hold 30 visitors apiece for a 4.5-minute experience that SeaWorld called “a cool, thrilling escape.” The height requirement will be 39 inches.
Ford, Kia gain some traction in revamping China operations
Most global automakers, unable to match or catch up with China’s rapid shift to electrified vehicles, and losing market share, still seem to have no idea how to respond other than cutting production.
Supply issue halting production at Chevy Silverado plant
GM didn’t provide details about the supply issue, which will shut Fort Wayne Assembly and three components plants in Michigan and Indiana for the week of Sept. 23.
1 Thing We're Talking About: A Monster opportunity for students at a Texas high school
Northern Tool + Equipment and Monster Jam are partnering to provide Bryan High School with an engine, tools and mentors to build its own monster truck.