Aston Martin Aramco to take on Goodwood's iconic Hillclimb at FOS

This summer, we're making our Goodwood Festival of Speed debut, with Jak Crawford and Jessica Hawkins taking our Formula One car up the famous Hillclimb. Here's what to expect from the team's first appearance at motorsport's ultimate garden party – and how you could be there to see it.

Noise, nostalgia, horsepower.

Set against the backdrop of the rolling South Downs in Sussex, Goodwood is where country-house glamour, racing heritage, cutting-edge technology and automotive culture come together for four unforgettable days.

A sensorial feast for anyone with a penchant for speed, this year, we're adding to it as we make our Festival of Speed debut.

Ready for the climb

For the first time, we'll be taking an Aston Martin Aramco Formula One car up the famous Goodwood Hill.

The AMR25 will make the climb on Saturday and Sunday, with two runs each day as it tackles one of the most iconic stretches of tarmac in motorsport.

A car that travelled the equivalent distance from Tokyo to New York City in its working life during the 2025 Formula One season, the AMR25 first hit the racetrack during pre-season testing in Bahrain and went on to cover 10,880 kilometres, serving both as a race chassis and later as the team's spare. Now, a twisty 1.86km blast through the Goodwood Estate awaits.

I'm so excited to be back in an F1 car. Showing young girls what women can do in this sport means a lot.
Jessica Hawkins

Driver Ambassador and Head of F1 ACADEMY Jessica Hawkins will take the wheel on Saturday, before Third Driver Jak Crawford jumps into the cockpit on Sunday.

"I am very excited to be back in an Aston Martin Aramco Formula One car," says Jessica, who has secured three podiums and one class win after the opening two rounds of the 2026 British GT Championship.

"To be able to share this moment with fans is incredibly special to me, and showing passionate, young girls what women can do in Formula One means a lot.

"Goodwood is such a unique celebration of motorsport history and innovation, and it's an honour to be part of it with the team."

Jessica will also take part in Honda's Festival of Speed programme, tackling the Hill in a selection of some of our Technical Partner's most notable cars.

I can't wait to get out on the Hillclimb and experience it for myself.
Jak Crawford

"Goodwood is a great event for all motorsport fans and I'm very happy that I'll be able to drive there this year," adds Jak, who continues to play an integral role within the team, clocking up miles on our simulator and providing car development feedback.

"I'm really looking forward to getting out on the Hillclimb and experiencing it for myself, while showcasing a modern Formula One car with the fans."

Alongside Jessica and Jak, Managing Technical Partner and Team Principal Adrian Newey is also expected to make an appearance, including a drive up the Hill in a car from his personal collection.

Where you can find us

Away from the Hill, Aston Martin Aramco will be at the heart of the Festival all weekend long.

You'll find the team in the Formula One Pitlane, where our dedicated Aston Martin Aramco garage in the Ballroom Paddock will offer an up-close look at the pinnacle of the sport.

Meanwhile, over in the Fan Zone, test yourself on our racing simulators in the Esports area and shop the latest Aston Martin Aramco merch.

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What is the Festival of Speed?

Taking place on 9-12 July this year, the Festival of Speed is the world's greatest celebration of automotive culture, attracting hundreds of thousands of fans and millions more watching around the globe.

The famous Hillclimb hosts Formula One machinery, NASCAR stock cars, World Rally Championship contenders, IndyCars, supercars and groundbreaking future technologies, all within the grounds of Goodwood House.

It's also the closest you can get to Formula One outside of a Grand Prix weekend. Nowhere else offers the same opportunity to get so close to the cars, drivers and teams that define the pinnacle of motorsport.

From the unmistakable sound of a Formula One car charging through the trees to the chance to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of one of motorsport's most iconic events, Goodwood promises a weekend unlike any other.

We'll see you on the Hill.