A Celebration of Speed
For decades, motorsports have provided an opportunity for the world’s engineers to push the limits of technology. The Goodwood Festival of Speed is a celebration of the incredible technology that has fueled a century of racecars – as well as the engineers, drivers, and teams behind these advancements.
Held in the parkland surrounding the Goodwood House in West Sussex, England, the Goodwood Festival of Speed welcomes the top racing teams from around the world for an up-close-and-personal experience with fans and automotive enthusiasts. At the Hill Climb, attendees witness the top vintage and modern racecars in the world in action. Later, they can visit the paddock to inspect the cars and meet their engineers and drivers.
Arrow supports the Goodwood Festival of Speed and has been a key player in growing the automotive tech vertical. Whether it is helping build the power solutions behind the EVs of tomorrow or using the SAM Project to push the boundaries of accessibility and driving controls for the disabled, Arrow has long been at the forefront of the automotive tech marketplace.
From the track
Arrow and McLaren at the Goodwood Festival of Speed: The Next Evolution of a Growing Partnership
Racing towards new beginnings
When Sam Schmidt crashed his race car going over 200 mph, he was paralyzed from the shoulders down. Doctors believed he would never race again — not to mention walk. Today, with the help of Arrow Electronics, Sam is racing in a car he controls with his head. And he is walking in a smart exoskeleton suit. Sam proves the finish line isn’t the end — it’s a new beginning.
Learn more about Sam and his journey below.
Featured SAM Stories
The Next Frontier of Freedom
Sam Schmidt was paralyzed in a racing accident 20 years ago. The Arrow SAM Suit modifies current exoskeleton technology so he can walk again at a safe and steady pace, even though he cannot move his arms or legs.
SAM Car Technology to Extend Mobility
Arrow modified a Corvette to help quadriplegic, former IndyCar race driver Sam Schmidt drive again … using only the motion of his head.
Sam Returns to Racing
Twenty years after a crash left him paralyzed, technology is helping former IndyCar driver Sam Schmidt return to racing.