CARS - land

I remember seeing the news release that came out a few years ago, announcing the building of the new Cars-land in Disneyland.  While there weren't many particulars announced at first, the release did mention a driving-based thrill ride would be the jewel of the new land.

Obviously we now know what the thrill-ride will be - Radiator Springs Racers, but.

If I was an Imagineer...