Rolls-Royce boss Torsten Müller-Ötvös has said the firm’s model line-up is now complete following the launch of the Cullinan SUV. The British firm’s first off-roader is its fifth model, alongside the Phantom, Ghost, Wraith and Dawn. But while other manufacturers are expanding their range of SUVs, Müller-Ötvös said there was no demand among the brand’s ‘ultra-luxury’… Continue reading Rolls-Royce boss rules out baby Cullinan despite success of first SUV
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Aston Martin design chief on why the DBS Superleggera is still a proper GT
Prior to the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera‘s reveal, we caught up with exterior design chief Miles Nurnberger to find out where the car’s design comes from, and where it fits amid Aston Martin‘s growing range of cars. Where does this car sit in Aston Martin’s line-up? “It’s a much more focused place in that GT-but-still-comfortable territory.”… Continue reading Aston Martin design chief on why the DBS Superleggera is still a proper GT
Aston Martin DBS Superleggera leak shows design of 715bhp supercar
The all-new Aston Martin DBS Superleggera has leaked the internet hours before its official reveal, showing its full design and the specifications of its uprated V12 engine. Leaked specs show that the Ferrari 812 Superfast rival uses Aston’s turbocharged 5.2-litre V12 engine in its most potent state yet, offering 715bhp and 664lb ft of torque to enable a 0-60mph time… Continue reading Aston Martin DBS Superleggera leak shows design of 715bhp supercar
Aston Martin to open Silverstone test centre
LONDON (Reuters) – Aston Martin will open a test and development centre at Silverstone, the home of British Formula One racing, as the luxury carmaker continues to expand ahead of a possible stock market flotation. FILE PHOTO – F1 – Formula One – British Grand Prix 2017 – Silverstone, Britain – July 16, 2017 Mercedes’… Continue reading Aston Martin to open Silverstone test centre
Porsche accelerates EV supercar ambitions with investment in Rimac
Porsche and Rimac both made electric car news at the Geneva Motor Show this year, showing off the Mission E Cross Turismo and Concept Two, respectively. Now the two companies are preparing to enter into what’s described as a close collaboration, on the heels of Porsche’s announcement that it’s purchased 10 percent of Rimac Automobili.… Continue reading Porsche accelerates EV supercar ambitions with investment in Rimac
Brabham BT62: how this 700bhp track car will bring an iconic name back to racing
Twelve years. That’s how long it has taken David Brabham to reassert control over his famous family name and then formulate a solid strategy to re-establish it as a credible player in the automotive industry. Now, following last month’s launch of the new-look Brabham Automotive and its £1m-before-tax BT62 track car, he says he’s determined to put… Continue reading Brabham BT62: how this 700bhp track car will bring an iconic name back to racing
Brabham Automotive: how the BT62 will bring an iconic name back to racing
Twelve years: that’s how long it has taken David Brabham to reassert control over his famous family name and then formulate a solid strategy to re-establish it as a credible player in the automotive industry. Now, following last month’s launch of the new-look Brabham Automotive and its £1m-before-taxes BT62 track car, he says he’s determined… Continue reading Brabham Automotive: how the BT62 will bring an iconic name back to racing
595bhp Aston Martin Rapide AMR revealed
The hardcore Aston Martin Rapide AMR will be the last hurrah for the four-door saloon before it goes off sale in 2020. It is the second model this year from Aston’s burgeoning AMR performance sub-brand; the DB11 AMR was unveiled last month. The £194,950 Rapide AMR — costing £45,450 more than the standard Rapide S — closely… Continue reading 595bhp Aston Martin Rapide AMR revealed
British automotive company Cosworth eyes New York IPO in 2019
NEW YORK, June 7 (Reuters) – Cosworth, the British automotive engineering company famous for the engines it once made for Formula One racing teams, plans an initial public offering (IPO) in New York as early as next year, Chairman Kevin Kalkhoven said on Thursday. Cosworth has broadened its focus in recent years from manufacturing engines… Continue reading British automotive company Cosworth eyes New York IPO in 2019
Aston Martin’s Valkyrie is a ‘marketing tool’ for volume mid-engine supercar
Aston Martin‘s Valkyrie hypercar is “first and foremost […] a marketing tool,” the company’s CEO Andy Palmer said in a recent interview, meant to stir up a market for a forthcoming volume-production mid-engined supercar. “It won’t lose money, but it was never designed to be a big money generator, because we are only making 150… Continue reading Aston Martin’s Valkyrie is a ‘marketing tool’ for volume mid-engine supercar