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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. As things currently stand, the European Union has said it would provide exemptions for boutique manufacturers selling in extremely low volumes after 2035.

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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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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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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 In the Aston Martin Valkyrie many key components do more than one job. liter V12 engine. —David King, Vice President & Special Vehicle Operations Officer.

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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. By November of 2023, Aston Martin reported an adjusted operating loss of £48.4 An Aston Martin spokesperson declined to comment.

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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 to make petrol cars ‘for as long as allowed’

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Read more Aston Martin has decided to continue manufacturing petrol cars as long as it can after the carmaker delayed the arrival of its first ever electric vehicle. The remarks come after Aston Martin in February delayed the launch of its first electric vehicle by one year until 2026, and with deliveries due in 2027.