https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/six-flags-permanently-retiring-its-x2-roller-coasterContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/six-flags-permanently-retiring-its-x2-roller-coasterhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/six-flags-permanently-retiring-its-x2-roller-coaster#u101600Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:55:36 +0000Six Flags Magic Mountain announced Tuesday, September 29, that it is permanently retiring the X2 roller coaster. The decision follows multiple lawsuits and reports alleging the ride caused traumatic brain injuries. The attraction, which reached speeds up to 76mph, had been in operation for nearly 20 years. Park President Brian Oerding stated the ride welcomed more than 16 million guests since it opened in 2008. The closure follows an August CNN report linking the ride to several brain injuries and recent claims from over 100 new victims.Why it mattersThe X2 was a prominent thrill ride in Valen