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Aston Martin to develop high performance battery technology with Britishvolt

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Aston Martin will develop bespoke high-performance battery cell technology alongside Britishvolt. The collaboration, formalized in a Memorandum of Understanding, further supports the ultra-luxury manufacturer’s plans to launch its first battery-electric vehicle in 2025.

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Aston Martin announces Racing.Green. sustainability strategy

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Aston Martin announced its new sustainability strategy, Racing.Green. formalizes core principles, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, that reflect Aston Martin’s established approach to sustainability and sets new targets across all aspects of the business. Launched on Earth Day, Racing.Green.

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Performance details on the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar hybrid powertrain; 1,160 bhp

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The heart of the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar’s hybrid powertrain ( earlier post ) is a clean-sheet Cosworth-built 65° naturally aspirated 6.5-liter These peak outputs are purely delivered by the ICE (internal combustion engine), with a further performance boost delivered by the battery hybrid system. liter V12 engine.

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Mercedes-Benz AG and Aston Martin to expand technology partnership and shareholding; hybrid and electric powertrains

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Mercedes-Benz AG and Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc announced a new strategic technology agreement and an enhanced partnership. Access to these technologies will be granted in exchange for new shares in Aston Martin, issued in several stages over the next 3 years, up to a total value of £286 million (US$373 million).

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Aston Martin pushes back its first Lucid-infused EVs’ launch to 2026

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Luxury automaker Aston Martin is pushing back the launch of its first battery-electric vehicle to 2026, citing lower-than-expected consumer demand for such cars at the upcoming EV’s price point. Last June, Aston Martin noted that it is looking to launch four all-electric vehicles. million pounds ($220.6

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Lucid agrees to supply Aston Martin with EV powertrain tech

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Lucid Group announced today it had come to terms with Aston Martin in what is being called “a definitive agreement to establish a long-term strategic technology partnership with Aston Martin to accelerate the iconic British brand’s high-performance electrification strategy and long-term growth.”

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Aston Martin delays the launch of its first BEV

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After promising what would be the “world’s most thrilling and highly desirable” EV, luxury automaker Aston Martin says that it is pushing back its plan to launch its first BEV by a year due to what it says is “low consumer demand.” Aston Martin has already sunk a hefty 2 billion pounds ($2.53