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Alvis extends presence at Goodwood Festival of Speed

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Alvis extends presence at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The Alvis Car Company will be using the Goodwood Festival of Speed to reinforce its commitment to the iconic British brand by having three models on its stand all representing examples of the bodywork that can be produced. Each can be tailored to customer requirements and preferences, including the re-introduced and renowned 1930’s Alvis 4.3 Litre Touring model, created by using the original technical drawings, allied to the latest CAD/CAM technology.

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DIVERSITY IN THE CARTIER ‘STYLE ET LUXE’ AT THE 2011 GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED

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DIVERSITY IN THE CARTIER ‘STYLE ET LUXE’ AT THE 2011 GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED

As Goodwood opens its doors to over 175,000 spectators in a week’s time at the annual Festival of Speed and Moving Motor Show (30 June – 3 July), discerning motoring enthusiasts will be making a beeline to the Cartier Lawn, where the acclaimed celebration of fine automotive design – the Cartier ‘Style et Luxe’ concours d’elegance – has become a ‘must see’ attraction at Goodwood.

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GOODWOOD CONFIRMS INDY 500 CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS AT THE 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

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GOODWOOD CONFIRMS INDY 500 CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS AT THE 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

In little more than a week, over 40 significant and rarely-seen Indy 500 race cars will assemble at the annual Festival of Speed (30 June – 3 July), as Goodwood stages the largest centenary celebration of this great American race outside of the USA.

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JAGUAR E-TYPE 50th ANNIVERSARY INSTALLATION BEGINS TO TAKE SHAPE AT GOODWOOD ONE MONTH AHEAD OF 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

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JAGUAR E-TYPE 50th ANNIVERSARY INSTALLATION BEGINS TO TAKE SHAPE AT GOODWOOD ONE MONTH AHEAD OF 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

Jaguar E-Type at the Goodwood Festival of Speed[/caption]After much hard work and planning, in just four weeks time Goodwood will end the speculation and reveal its much-anticipated central feature art installation for the 2011 Festival of Speed.

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Adrian van Hooydonk and Alfredo Häberli teamed up for the famous classic car rally in a BMW 328

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Adrian van Hooydonk and Alfredo Häberli teamed up for the famous classic car rally in a BMW 328

BMW selected a trio of design greats to compete in this year’s Mille Miglia. Head of BMW Group Design Adrian van Hooydonk and Swiss industrial designer Alfredo Häberli took part in the world’s most renowned classic car rally in a white BMW 328, which celebrates its 75th anniversary this year.

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VSCC SeeRed VISITS DONINGTON PARK THIS WEEKEND

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VSCC SeeRed VISITS DONINGTON PARK THIS WEEKEND

Donington Park will welcome back old friends this weekend (May 21 & 22), as the Leicestershire venue hosts ‘SeeRed’ – the Vintage Sports-Car Club’s historic racing festival, that offers a packed programme of races with cars dating from pre-war right up until the early 1960s.

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GOODWOOD CONFIRMS OVER 60 DRIVERS AND RIDERS APPEARING AT THE 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

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GOODWOOD CONFIRMS OVER 60 DRIVERS AND RIDERS APPEARING AT THE 2011 FESTIVAL OF SPEED

With just over eight weeks to go until the 2011 Festival of Speed (1-3 July), Goodwood can already confirm more than 60 star drivers and riders will be present at the world’s largest celebration of motoring culture.

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DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL 2011: INAUGURAL EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS

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DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL 2011: INAUGURAL EVENT A HUGE SUCCESS

Twelve races; 300 historic racing cars out on track; 38 car clubs with 100s of cars on display; 12,000 people and two days of non-stop sunshine. The first ever Donington Historic Festival could hardly be bettered, but plans are already afoot to make the 2012 event even more enticing.

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FORGET THOSE POST-WEDDING BLUES: IT’S THE DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL

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FORGET THOSE POST-WEDDING BLUES: IT’S THE DONINGTON HISTORIC FESTIVAL

What’s so important about Friday 29th April? Oh yes – it’s the day before the start of the Donington Historic Festival.

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JAGUARS FROM THE PAST AND PRESENT LAUNCH GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED

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JAGUARS FROM THE PAST AND PRESENT LAUNCH GOODWOOD FESTIVAL OF SPEED

Thursday 17th March 2011: The 2011 Goodwood Festival of Speed was launched today with Jaguar playing a key role as the event celebrates the 50th anniversary of the iconic E-type.

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