A development prototype example of Jaguar's new sports car, the F‑TYPE, is set to make its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

Utilising Jaguar's industry‑leading knowledge of all‑aluminium construction, the F‑TYPE will launch as a two‑seater convertible with the focus uncompromisingly on delivering driver reward.

The F‑TYPE will be driven up the famous Goodwood Hill by Jaguar's Head of Vehicle Integrity, Mike Cross.

Powered by a supercharged V6 or V8 engine, the F‑TYPE is currently undergoing development prior to going on sale mid‑2013. Taking on the most challenging roads, extremes of temperature and the harshest environments, the F‑TYPE is being thoroughly tested ahead of its launch.

Adrian Hallmark, Global Brand Director, Jaguar Cars commented; 'Goodwood Festival of Speed is focused around the dynamic hill runs where the public can see, hear and smell the cars ‑ this is why we have chosen it as the place to showcase an F‑TYPE prototype. The development programme is progressing with vigour and we look forward to showing the world the F‑TYPE in production form later this year.'

The Goodwood Festival of Speed is this year themed around 'Young Guns ‑ Born to Win', celebrating drivers, riders, designers and engineers.

Tickets and further information for the 2012 Festival of Speed and Goodwood Revival can be found on the Goodwood website (www.goodwood.com/motor sport/), or via the Ticket Hotline on +44 (0)1243 755055 or on‑line via the Ticket section of the website www.goodwood.com/motor sport/