28 June 2019, Gaydon, UK: Aston Martin Lagonda President and Group CEO, Dr Andy Palmer, today received an Honorary Doctorate from Cranfield University, in recognition of his “drive, determination and constant quest for innovation.”
Professor Sir Peter Gregson, Chief Executive and Vice-Chancellor of Cranfield University, went on to say that Palmer is “spearheading the way in which the UK embraces Industry 4.0.”
Since joining the business in 2014, Palmer has led the transformation of Aston Martin Lagonda, highlighted by record financial results and becoming the first automotive brand to be listed on the London Stock Exchange for 30 years.
Cranfield is the UK’s only exclusively postgraduate university, focused on creating leaders in technology and management. The university awards honorary degrees to those who positively influence those sectors.
On receiving his Honorary Doctorate, Palmer said: “I am delighted, honoured and deeply humbled to receive an honorary degree from Cranfield Unive..
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ASTON MARTIN VALKYRIE WOWS CROWDS ON PUBLIC DEBUT AT SILVERSTONE
Aston Martin Valkyrie showcased dynamically ahead of 2019 British GP
High performance test driver Chris Goodwin completes lap of Silverstone
Verification Prototype 1 now set to begin extensive physical testing regime
Saturday 13 July 2019, Silverstone, UK: Aston Martin Valkyrie has broken cover after making its dynamic public debut in front of an enthusiastic crowd ahead of the 2019 British Grand Prix.
Piloted by Aston Martin High Performance Test Driver Chris Goodwin, the 1,160bhp machine, took to Silverstone’s world-famous Grand Prix circuit for its first public demonstration run. With the focus not on outright lap time, today’s showcase offers a glimpse of what is to come from this extraordinary hypercar.
Following months of digital modelling and simulation work alongside both Aston Martin and Red Bull Advanced Technologies’ engineers, today’s drive becomes one of the first times that Aston Martin Valkyrie has been driven in the physical world – a testimony to the technological c..
Ian Callum: In conversation with an automotive design legend
“ From humble Scottish roots, Ian Callum has impacted a global industry, re-imagined the Jaguar brand and along the way created icons many of us lust to own or drive. Paul Stead was privileged to spend 90 minutes with the – until very recently – director of design at Jaguar’s HQ in Coventry. Like many,… Continue reading Ian Callum: In conversation with an automotive design legend
Aston Martin prepared for shared autonomous mobility
Aston Martin prepared for shared autonomous mobility
Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer Says V-12 Engine Can Survive Another Decade – The Drive
The charismatic CEO on leaving a mark, why V-12s can survive another decade, and how America is saving the manual transmission. Getty Images Aston Martin was teetering on the edge. Decades of listless stewardship had rendered the British marque impotent—even 007 himself swapped his traditional armed DB for something built in Bavaria. Five years ago,… Continue reading Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer Says V-12 Engine Can Survive Another Decade – The Drive
ASTON MARTIN REVEALS FURTHER DETAILS ON DBS GT ZAGATO
New images reveal final production exterior of DBS GT Zagato
New details include dynamic front grille and digital rear-view mirrors to support full-length carbon fibre roof
DBZ Centenary Collection – which also includes DB4 GT Zagato continuation – celebrates 100 years of iconic coachbuilder Zagato
Tuesday 9 July, Gaydon: Aston Martin has delivered a further glimpse of the final production intent exterior of its upcoming DBS GT Zagato model. Paired with the DB4 GT Zagato Continuation to complete the DBZ Centenary Collection – of which only 19 will be created and are priced at £6m for the pair – these latest renders provide a fresh look at some of the model’s key design features.
Taking Aston Martin’s most potent series production car – the acclaimed DBS Superleggera – as its starting point, the DBS GT Zagato embodies the next evolution in Aston Martin Zagato design language. Inspired by the voluptuous shapes that previously dressed the original DB4 GT Zagato, Aston Martin and Zagat..
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Aston Martin CEO Woos Investors With Supercars at Goodwood Gala – Bloomberg
Aston Martin CEO Woos Investors With Supercars at Goodwood Gala Bloomberg After a share-price slump that’s wiped out close to half its value since a listing last October, Aston Martin Lagonda is hoping that the informal setting of the … Go to Source
Lotus Evija: 1000bhp electric hypercar named ahead of 16 July debut
As the official picture suggests, the Evija is low and wide. Lotus design director Russell Carr, who showed the model to Autocar, says it is a similar length to the existing Evora – which is 4.4 metres long – but will sit closer to the ground and be nearly two metres wide. It uses a carbonfibre… Continue reading Lotus Evija: 1000bhp electric hypercar named ahead of 16 July debut
New Aston Martin Vanquish could have a manual gearbox – Motoring Research
Stick-shift sticklers rejoice! The 2022 Vanquish – Aston Martin’s hotly anticipated mid-engined supercar – could get a manual gearbox. So Aston CEO Andy Palmer has hinted, anyway. If it does, it’ll follow the hardcore new Aston Martin Vantage AMR in bringing a stick and three pedals back to Aston Martin. The Vanquish is still a… Continue reading New Aston Martin Vanquish could have a manual gearbox – Motoring Research