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Goodwood Events Arrive in America
Duke of Richmond plans first U.S. Goodwood event at Willow Springs in 2028.
In brief
Duke of Richmond plans first U.S. Goodwood event at Willow Springs in 2028. Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events will debut in the U.S. at Willow Springs Raceway in California in 2028, with expansion planned for other locations. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Goodwood Events Coming to America
The Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events from the U.K. are targeting a U.S. debut at Willow Springs Raceway in California in 2028.
Duke of Richmond's Vision
Charles Gordon-Lennox, Duke of Richmond, introduced himself as 'Charles' and shared enthusiasm for Willow Springs Raceway's desert landscape.
First U.S. Event Timeline
The Goodwood Road Racing Club U.S. chapter will launch early next year, with the first event scheduled for fall 2028 at Willow Springs.
U.S. Expansion Plans
The Goodwood team plans to expand to New York, Miami, and other active areas in the U.S. after starting in California.
Goodwood's U.S. Connection
The Goodwood Festival of Speed began in 1993 with American cars, including a Chaparral brought by Jim Hall.
Duke's Favorite Moment
The Duke of Richmond is proud of the W165 Mercedes winning the Tripoli Grand Prix in 1938 before disappearing.
Goodwood Events Comparison
The Festival of Speed is more challenging to organize than Revival, which has regular racers and repeated classes.
Driving Culture at Goodwood
Drivers at Goodwood send cars hard, but the team ensures races are competitive and entertaining for all participants.
Willow Springs Landscape
Willow Springs Raceway's desert landscape is similar to Goodwood's 35-year-old history, with both tracks being fast and historically significant.
Transatlantic Car Connection
Goodwood has a transatlantic relationship with American car culture, including potential Shelby Cobra collaborations.
Duke's Goals for U.S. Event
The U.S. event aims to give car owners opportunities to use their vehicles and enjoy driving without being tied to a specific location.
California as Ideal Location
The Duke of Richmond chose Willow Springs for its mountains and desert landscape, emphasizing California's car culture.
Event Impact
The U.S. Goodwood event will bring together vintage cars, racing, and costumes to create a shared experience for American car enthusiasts.
Next Steps
The Goodwood Road Racing Club U.S. chapter will launch early next year, with the first event in fall 2028 at Willow Springs Raceway.
What it means
Goodwood Festival of Speed and Revival events will debut in the U.S. at Willow Springs Raceway in California in 2028, with expansion planned for other locations.
