""When we get into the next room, look behind you to the right," he told me on the ride, a hybrid of a Sunday drive-inspired dark ride and a fast-paced car race through Ornament Valley from the 'Cars' movies."
"As soon as he's seated on the ride, Hale takes out a small notebook, and notes the car he's in. Then, even before he's off the attraction, the notebook comes out again, recording the lane, and whether it's a win or loss."
"I like to hit goals. So I keep track of them ... It's interesting to see what colors I win the most on, or what month I go on the most times."
"I saw it happen, swapping out 14,833 to 14,834. (For the record, ours was a blue car, on the left track, and we won.)"
Jon Hale's dedication to Radiator Springs Racers is extraordinary, boasting 14,834 rides. His goal-oriented nature drives him to track detailed statistics such as the car he rides in, the lane choice, and win-loss records. On a recent ride, he pointed out a hidden Mickey that eluded others. Since 2001, he has kept a notebook documenting his experiences, updating his count mid-ride. Despite the impressive tally, he does not pursue a Guinness World Record due to the company's certification policy, enjoying the thrill for personal reasons instead.
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