For a brand that’s only produced one sedan (the Rapide) after an eternity of making fast two-door coupes and convertibles, the 2021 Aston Martin DBX has arrived to attack the luxury SUV segment. Is it a case of better late than never? First customers of the Aston Martin DBX in […]
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DBR1 pack announced for 2021 Aston Martin V12 Speedster
Aston Martin has confirmed it will produce a limited-run DBR1 pack for its V12 Speedster, designed as a homage to the brand’s Le Mans victories while serving as a vision toward its racing-inspired future. The optional DBR1 V12 Speedster is the company’s celebration of its iconic DBR1, a 24 hours […]
Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition announced, most track-focused version yet
Introducing the new 2021 Aston Martin Vantage F1 Edition, otherwise known as the most track-focused Vantage ever. It’s inspired by the official Formula 1 safety car. The special edition is being launched to help celebrate the brand’s return to Formula 1, after a 60-year hiatus. It is also launched as […]
Mercedes-Benz to increase Aston Martin stake to 20%
Mercedes-Benz is set to increase its stake in Aston Martin Lagonda, from the current 2.6 per cent up to 20 per cent over a number of stages as part of a new strategic technology agreement. As part of the new deal, Aston Martin will have access to Mercedes-Benz technologies and […]
Video: Second trailer for ‘No Time To Die’ 007 film released
A nice big trailer for the upcoming Bond 007 film, called No Time To Die, has been released. It gives us a glimpse of some of the edge-of-your-seat car chase scenes featured in the movie. The new instalment will feature Land Rover’s all-new Defender, as previously outlined. James Bond’s legendary […]
Aston Martin DBX production commences in Wales
Production of Aston Martin’s first SUV, the DBX, has commenced at the company’s new factory in St Athan in Wales. Customer deliveries of the super off-roader will start to roll out later this month. Aston Martin DBX development first began in 2015, with prototype testing underway by 2018. Obviously this is […]
Video: Aston Martin shows off first DB5 Goldfinger Continuation
It’s probably one of the most recognisable film cars of all time, and now it’s back. Thanks to the Aston Martin Works division, production of the first DB5 Goldfinger Continuation series has just been completed. The division is planning to build 25 examples of of the DB5 Goldfinger for customers. […]
UK auto manufacturing down 95% in May, worst since 1946
Motor vehicle production in the UK fell an alarming 95 per cent in May amid closures and restrictions caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Various production facilities are starting to reopen this month, however, there is a call for more support from the local government. The UK is home to a […]