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Disneyland’s Autopia Ride Will Switch to Electric Vehicles

The New York Times – Business:
The gas-powered engines in Disneyland’s Autopia ride weren’t properly certified. The little cars will be replaced by E.V.s.
Disneyland’s Autopia Ride Will Switch to Electric Vehicles

The New York Times – Business:
The gas-powered engines in Disneyland’s Autopia ride weren’t properly certified. The little cars will be replaced by E.V.s.
Six Flags to Add Seatbelts on Roller Coasters After Rider’s Death

The New York Times – Business:
The company said that all Six Flags rides and attractions would undergo safety reviews, as the park operator faces lawsuits over safety concerns.
Rider on Georgia Roller Coaster Dies and Several Others Are Injured

The New York Times – Business:
The episode happened Monday afternoon at the Six Flags Over Georgia amusement park, the police said. It was not immediately clear what led up to the rider’s death.
X2, the Troubled California Six Flags Roller Coaster, Reaches Its End

The New York Times – Business:
The ride at Magic Mountain near Los Angeles has fueled lawsuits claiming that it had caused brain injuries, including two that were fatal.
Disney’s Fired C.E.O. Bob Chapek Settles Scores With Bob Iger in New Book

The New York Times – Business:
In a new memoir, Bob Chapek publicly addresses his 2022 ouster for the first time. He blames Mr. Iger, who both preceded and succeeded him at Disney.
Disney’s Fired C.E.O. Bob Chapek Settles Scores With Bob Iger in New Book

The New York Times – Business:
In a new memoir, Bob Chapek publicly addresses his 2022 ouster for the first time. He blames Mr. Iger, who both preceded and succeeded him at Disney.
The Dollywood Theme Park Captured the Essence of Its Founder

The New York Times – Music:
Her idea to create a “fantasy city” that celebrated her home region turned into a billion-dollar attraction that maintained its authentic feel.
Dolly Parton Was a Trailblazer in Business, Too

The New York Times – Music:
Her vision to launch businesses to bring fans closer while protecting her intellectual property was ahead of her time.
Universal’s New Coaster Is a Scream. That’s the Problem.

The New York Times – Business:
The Hollywood theme park built a “whisper quiet” ride to avoid angering nearby neighbors. They didn’t fully account for the enthusiasm of the riders.
Violet Hensley Dies at 109; Ozarks Fiddler Made Opry Debut at 99

The New York Times – Music:
She performed old-time mountain music at the Silver Dollar City theme park in Branson, Mo., for more than 50 years and appeared on “The Beverly Hillbillies.”
Disney Theme Parks Report Strong Results, While Comcast’s Universal Parks Dip

The New York Times – Travel:
Theme parks have long been seen as a bellwether for consumer confidence. Disney’s domestic parks and cruises revenue rose 11 percent in the latest quarter.