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Report: Aston Martin Actually Won’t Be Going All Electric

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Despite previously having vowed to offer an entirely electric lineup by 2030, Aston Martin has decided to continue selling internal-combustion vehicles beyond the next decade. But Aston Martin already moves too much metal, presumably requiring it to create a specialty subbrand selling a limited number of combustion vehicles each year.

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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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Report: Aston Martin Seeking Fourth CEO in Four Years

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Aston Martin is reportedly reaching out to candidates to replace Amedeo Felisa as the company’s chief executive officer, potentially setting the business up to have its fourth CEO in four years. The company’s share price has also been trending downward since 2018, though it has remained mostly flat since October of 2022.

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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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Aston Martin eyes G-Class, Defender rival | Autocar Professional

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Aston Martin is considering a rugged, high-powered super-4×4 to rival the Mercedes G-Class and Land Rover Defender , our sister publication Autocar UK can reveal. Launching a new V8 SUV would tie in with Aston’s renewed push on combustion cars. Notably, that engine – a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre

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Aston Martin delays first EV for lack of demand

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Aston Martin is delaying the launch of its first volume EV by a year, citing lack of demand. 2020 Aston Martin Rapide E at the 2018/2019 Formula E Monaco ePrix Aston has discussed EVs for years, but has changed course numerous times. .

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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