How do roller coasters work? In this in-depth video, we explore the history, physics, and engineering behind roller coasters — from the earliest Russian Mountains and wooden switchback railways to ...

Roller coaster engineer Korey Kiepert joins WIRED to answer the internet's burning questions about roller coasters and the people who design them. How do roller coasters work? Who invented the first ...

There are two kinds of people who like to go to amusement and theme parks. There are those who like to soak up the atmosphere, sample the food, have a drink, and go on a couple of rides. Then there ...

SANDUSKY, Ohio – Six Cedar Point roller coasters earned top honors in this year’s Golden Ticket Awards, an annual ranking of the industry by Amusement Today. Two coasters were finalists in the Best ...

Good news for thrill-seekers: Kennywood Park is preparing to reopen Steel Curtain, the park’s tallest roller coaster. Steel Curtain was closed for the entirety of the park’s 2024 season in order for ...