Red Bull pulls the covers off RB17 Hypercar at Goodwood

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Red Bull has taken the wraps off their much-anticipated hypercar, the Adrian Newey-designed RB17, at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

With team leaders and star drivers in attendance, the event was a celebration of cutting-edge automotive engineering and racing heritage.

Unveiled on Friday morning in the Festival's Cathedral Paddock, the RB17 will be showcased throughout the weekend, offering fans a unique opportunity to get up close with this marvel of modern design.

Designed and built entirely in-house by Red Bull Advanced Technologies, the RB17 boasts a sleek two-seater carbon fiber body, a mid-mounted V10 engine with a ferocious growl, and a carbon fiber gearbox that delivers power straight to the rear wheels.

With a top speed exceeding 350 kph, only 50 of these extraordinary machines will be produced. Its world debut at Goodwood follows a successful and rigorous prototype testing phase.

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A previous update on the RB17 project highlighted its significance, stating that the car "places Red Bull Advanced Technologies at the forefront of the hypercar revolution – showcasing F1 levels of performance combined with indulgent luxury."

Newey, who will depart Red Bull Racing in early 2025, has shifted his focus to the RB17 project, adding another remarkable achievement to his distinguished career.

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Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner was present at the unveiling, along with a host of Red Bull drivers past and present. Fans can expect to see Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez, Daniel Ricciardo, and David Coulthard in action at Goodwood this weekend.

“We are excited to reveal the RB17 at Goodwood Festival of Speed, a project that is one of the most authentic and exciting that Red Bull Advanced Technologies has embarked upon to date,” commented Horner.

“With 20 years of legacy in the world of F1 to draw from, and as a performance centered organisation, it only made sense for us to design our own Hypercar from the ground up.

“Combining technical innovation, achievement and emotional appeal, the RB17 is a landmark car. I’m very proud of the Team and am delighted to see it make its world debut. We expect the RB17 to be a future classic.”

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Adrian Newey, Group Chief Technical Officer commented: “I had been mulling around the idea to take on the challenge to design our very own Hypercar, from concept to delivery, for many years and it has been a magnificent project and journey.

“For it to finally be the day we pull the covers off and see the birth of the RB17, is truly remarkable.

“The RB17 Hypercar embraces everything we stand for: undeniable power, speed and beauty. It is very adaptable in its abilities, and we made sure to design it as a two seater so that the thrill of driving at F1 speeds can be enjoyed with a friend or partner.”

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Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.