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From more than 3,000 ideas submitted, the winning ride name is ThunderVolt, PNE officials announced Wednesday, Nov. 22.
The $16-million ride, currently under construction, will open in 2024 on land previously occupied by the .
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The $16M Italian-made ride is shown here in drone video of construction.
The ride is built by the Italian company Zamperla, which also designed the Skybender at Playland.
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Next year, before the ride opens to the general public, PNE Season Pass Holders, contest winners and other VIPs will get to experience ThunderVolt at an exclusive party.
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