Dodgem

The Dodgem is a bumper car arena in the Coney Mall section of Kings Island. It is one of two bumper car attractions in the park, the other one being Joe Cool's Dodgem School in Planet Snoopy. However, this arena is intended to be a family attraction, while Joe School's Dodgem School is primarily intended for younger children.

History
The Dodgem attraction is one of many that originally operated at Coney Island from 1924 - 1971 before being relocated to Kings Island for the park's grand opening. The ride was remodeled in 1986, and continues its current operations to this day.

In 2020, the Dodgem sign above the entrance to the classic amusement park ride was redesigned. In addition to the new sign, the exterior of the Dodgem has received a fresh coat of paint.

​Layout
Like most of the smaller rides of Kings Island, the queue line for this ride is a small section on the side of the attraction. When riders approach the ride, they are counted by an employee as they approach their two-seater cars. You must be over 48 in tall to ride at all. The cars feature gas pedals, a steeting wheel, rear-view mirrors, and come in a variety of colors. There's also plenty of cars in the arena to ensure that the ride is never a simple drive, and can accompany several guests per ride. Once everyone is seated, one or two employees operating the ride check to make sure everyone's restraints are applied correctly, and the ride begins, allowing guests to collide their cars, and avoid being hit themselves.

​Trivia

 * The ride and its cars were manufactured in Italy.
 * This is one of two bumper car attractions at Kings Island. The other is located at Planet Snoopy under the name Joe Cool's Dodgem School​.