The 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, held 9-12 July at the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, hosted one of the broadest single-week slates of performance car reveals in the event's history, from Adrian Newey's V10-powered Red Bull RB17 running under its own power for the first time to a 1,850hp Zenvo hypercar prototype ahead of 2027 customer deliveries.
TL;DR · LAST REVIEWED 13 July 2026
- Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026 ran 9-12 July at the Goodwood Estate, West Sussex, dedicated this year to Singer, the California atelier known for reimagined classic Porsche 911s.
- Headline reveals included Adrian Newey's Red Bull RB17 hypercar running under its own power up the hill, and the Zenvo Aurora Tur, a 1,850hp quad-turbo V12 plus triple-electric-motor prototype ahead of 2027 deliveries.
- Major manufacturers including Ferrari, McLaren, BMW, Alpine, Toyota and Cupra all used the event for new debuts, alongside independent and niche builders such as RUF, GMA and Zenvo.
- Chinese manufacturers BYD, MG and Chery were represented in the 2026 lineup, reflecting how quickly Chinese performance brands have moved into Goodwood-level events.
KEY FACTS
- Dates: 9-12 July 2026, Goodwood Estate, West Sussex
- 2026 edition dedicated to Singer, the California-based classic Porsche 911 restomod atelier
- Red Bull RB17 (Adrian Newey-designed V10 hypercar) ran under its own power up the hillclimb for the first time
- Zenvo Aurora Tur: 6.6-litre quad-turbo V12 plus 3 electric motors, 1,850hp combined; customer deliveries expected H2 2027
- Chinese manufacturers BYD, MG and Chery all featured in the 2026 lineup
- The Goodwood hillclimb course is 1.16 miles long; the event has run annually since 1993
What Goodwood Festival of Speed Actually Is
The Goodwood Festival of Speed is an annual motoring event held at the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex, running since 1993. Unlike a traditional motor show, its centrepiece is a 1.16-mile hillclimb course, where manufacturers, racing teams and independent builders send prototypes, concepts and record-chasing machines up the hill in front of spectators, rather than simply displaying them statically. The 2026 edition, held 9-12 July, was dedicated to Singer, the California-based atelier known for its reimagined classic Porsche 911 restorations.
The Headline Reveals
| Debut | Notable Detail |
|---|---|
| Red Bull RB17 | Adrian Newey-designed V10 hypercar, running under its own power up the hill for the first time |
| Zenvo Aurora Tur | 6.6-litre quad-turbo V12 plus three electric motors, combined 1,850hp; customer deliveries expected H2 2027 |
| Hennessey Venom F5-M | Gated manual transmission version of the Venom F5 hypercar |
| McLaren 788HS | Ultra-exclusive send-off model closing out the line that began with the 720S |
| Alpine A110 Future concept | 800-volt architecture, dual rear-motor setup, previewing an electric successor to the A110 |
| BMW M Concept Neue Klasse | First on-paper look at BMW M's electric performance design language |
| RUF CTR3 test vehicle | New twin-turbo flat-8 prototype, around 1,000hp, with a genuine six-speed manual |
| Toyota GR GT and GR GT3 | Return of last year's surprise V8 prototypes, this time officially unveiled |
Adrian Newey's Red Bull RB17, a V10-powered hypercar from the Formula 1 design legend, made its dynamic debut running under its own power up the hillclimb, one of the most anticipated moments of the week. Danish manufacturer Zenvo brought its Aurora Tur prototype closer to production, pairing a 6.6-litre quad-turbocharged V12 with three electric motors for a combined 1,850 horsepower, ahead of customer deliveries expected in the second half of 2027.
The Bigger Manufacturers
Ferrari ran a wide-ranging programme covering new debuts (including the Amalfi, 296 Speciale A, and 849 Testarossa), historic celebrations marking 75 years since its first World Championship win, and track action, alongside its XX programme marking 20 years with specially-liveried FXX and FXX-K Evo cars. McLaren brought the 788HS, described as an exclusive send-off model for the line that began with the 720S. BMW displayed its M Concept Neue Klasse, offering the first in-person look at the design language for the brand's upcoming electric M performance models. Alpine showed the A110 Future concept, built on a new 800-volt platform with a dual rear-motor setup, aimed at previewing an electric successor to the A110 while preserving its handling character. Toyota returned with the GR GT and GR GT3, the V8 sports car prototypes that first surprised attendees unannounced at last year's event, this time officially unveiled.
The Independents and Newer Entrants
Beyond the major manufacturers, Goodwood 2026 featured strong representation from independent and niche builders: German restomod specialist RUF brought a new twin-turbo flat-eight prototype producing around 1,000 horsepower with a genuine six-speed manual gearbox; Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) showed both the S1 LM, a modern tribute to the McLaren F1 limited to five examples, and the more accessible T.33 Spider. The event also featured a notable presence from Chinese manufacturers BYD, MG and Chery, reflecting how quickly Chinese performance and sports car entries have moved from trade-show curiosities to Goodwood-level debuts in recent years.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Goodwood Festival of Speed?
An annual UK motoring event held at the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex since 1993, centred on a 1.16-mile hillclimb where manufacturers and racing teams run prototypes, concepts and record cars in front of spectators.
When did Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026 take place?
9 to 12 July 2026.
What was the biggest reveal at Goodwood 2026?
Adrian Newey's Red Bull RB17, a V10-powered hypercar, running under its own power up the hillclimb for the first time, was among the most anticipated moments of the event.
Is the Zenvo Aurora Tur available to buy now?
Not yet. It's a prototype shown ahead of expected customer deliveries in the second half of 2027.
Who was the 2026 event dedicated to?
Singer, the California-based atelier known for its reimagined classic Porsche 911 restorations.
SOURCES
- Goodwood, Festival of Speed – accessed 13 July 2026
- Goodwood Road & Racing, Festival of Speed event coverage – accessed 13 July 2026
