Competing in the Hillclimb at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in England in the summer is considered an honor by racing and test drivers, passionate vintage car fans, and other selected “petrolheads.” They might do the climb in the cockpit of a Formula One racing car, a Silver Arrow that has come to rest in a factory museum, a high-horsepower super sports car or an innovative prototype.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the traditional high-horsepower spectacle, which is held on the grounds of Goodwood House, the seat of the Duke of Richmond. And on this anniversary, the British Cranfield University is working with Siemens to send a very special vehicle to take part in the Hillclimb: a silver 1965 Ford Mustang, which will be driven by specialized software supported by sensors and mechatronics. “With the help of the engineers and students of Cranfield University, we are bringing together the proud heritage of the automotive industry with its future – autonomous driving,” said Juergen Maier, CEO of Siemens UK.