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Henrik Fisker: ‘We’re keen to set up a tech centre in India, a battery factory and vehicle assembly too.’ – Autocar Professional

The Chairman and CEO of Fisker Inc is one of the world’s most prolific car designers and entrepreneurs and wants to change the paradigm of mobility with non-conformist and extreme electric vehicles. He lays out his vision for the future, which could include make in India through a manufacturing partnership, while also offering top tips… Continue reading Henrik Fisker: ‘We’re keen to set up a tech centre in India, a battery factory and vehicle assembly too.’ – Autocar Professional

Interview: delivering on Aston Martin’s bold vision for the future – The Engineer

Aston Martin’s ambitious expansion plans have grabbed the headlines in recent months. Chris Pickering talks to two members of the team charged with turning the company’s dreams into reality New milestones have come thick and fast in the last 12 months or so of Aston Martin’s 105-year history. The British brand has returned to profit,… Continue reading Interview: delivering on Aston Martin’s bold vision for the future – The Engineer

Aston Martin developing inline six cylinder hybrid powertrain

Aston Martin Valkyrie: new performance figures and specifications announced

Aston Martin has released performance figures for its new Valkyrie hypercar. Its 6.5-litre, naturally aspirated V12 produces 1,000bhp at 10,500rpm, 740Nm of torque at 7,000rpm, and will red-line at an amazing 11,100rpm. The engine was developed in tandem with Cosworth and Red Bull Racing, using expertise gained from their F1 exploits. Most of the V12’s… Continue reading Aston Martin Valkyrie: new performance figures and specifications announced

INTERVIEW: Dan Balmer on steering Aston Martin beyond Bond in the Middle East – Arab News

The name is Balmer. Dan Balmer. The new president of Middle East business for Aston Martin Lagonda, the iconic British car maker beloved by James Bond, is grateful for the glamorous legacy of the fictional super-spy, but also conscious of the need to move on. “We’ve been with Bond for 50 years, and he has… Continue reading INTERVIEW: Dan Balmer on steering Aston Martin beyond Bond in the Middle East – Arab News

Aston Martin CEO Not Worried About Future of Internal Combustion Amidst EV Surge – The Drive

While some believe the gas engine is on its deathbed, Palmer thinks there’s still a lot of life left in the design. Max Earey/Aston Martin Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer doesn’t subscribe to the idea that we’re witnessing the death of the internal combustion engine—he thinks it’s only hype. He also believes that politicians need… Continue reading Aston Martin CEO Not Worried About Future of Internal Combustion Amidst EV Surge – The Drive

Top Automotive Industry News for Week of November 5 – November 11, 2018

Here is the most important news associated with the automotive industry
identified by the AEA for the week of November 5, 2018 -November 11, 2018.

We hope it helps you stay up to speed on the key developments in our
industry:

-Automotive Manufacturing News-

First ex-UAW official sentenced in FCA-related scandal; gets 1 year

(Detroit Free Press)

Ford plans construction on Michigan Central Depot by year's end

(Detroit Free Press)

Former Tesla employee charged with embezzling $9.3 million from Elon
Musk's company

(MarketWatch)

Is Toyota Next to Pare Back its Passenger Car Line?

(The Detroit Bureau)

Tesla picks an insider to be chairwoman, fueling doubt Elon Musk will
be reined in

(LA Times)

The gas engine still has a long life to live, Aston Martin CEO says

(CNBC)

VW planning $21K EV to challenge Tesla

(The Detroit News)

VW takes another shot at compact pickup market

(The Detroit News)

White House, California to discuss vehicle emissions rules next week

(autoblog)

Why GM is moving 3,000 workers from Pontiac to Warren

(Detroit Free Press)

-Automotive Evolution News-

8 concept cars that show how technology will dominate the drive of the
future

(CNBC)

Autonomous Cars Face Big Hurdles; They Will Succeed, But When?

(Forbes)

Daimler And Bosch Choose San Jose For Their Silicon Valley Robo-Taxi
Service

(Forbes)

GM's future lineup will run on electricity, drive itself — and fly

(Detroit Free Press)

Mercedes-Benz, Bosch to offer self-driving car rides in San Jose,
California

(USA Today)

Tesla Drivers Report Autopilot Disengaging While Driving Due To
Software Bug

(Forbes)

This Robot Truck Startup May Have An Edge Over Waymo In Bad-Weather
Driving

(Forbes)

Uber rival Taxify says it can grow 100 times bigger in the scooter and
ride-hailing market

(CNBC)

Uber ups its driver perks with 'Pro' program, including free college
education

(USA Today)

-Automotive Retail News-

Better inventory listings, lead management anchor more sales

(Auto Remarketing)

CarGurus Helps Dealerships Solve for Attribution with More Insight

(PR Newswire)

Dealertrack Looks to Speed Car Buying Process

(Auto Finance News)

Jumpstart: Car Buyers Want to Negotiate

(Auto Dealer Monthly)

Lithia and Shift to operate separately and share technology

(Auto Remarketing)

Luxury car owners trade up for American pickups as Ford, GM and Ram
trucks dominate market

(CNBC)

Millennials Spending Big on Cars — With Auto Loans to Match

(The Detroit Bureau)

Used car payments hit record $400 per month as prices top $20,000

(USA Today)

Used-Car Prices Reach 13-Year High in Third Quarter

(Vehicle Remarketing)

Used Vehicle Prices Rising, Pushing Buyers to Look at Leasing

(The Detroit Bureau)

-Automotive Wholesale News-

Compact Van Values Dip at Start of November

(Vehicle Remarketing)

-Automotive Ownership News-

Where your car is most likely to be stolen in every state

(USA Today)

-Automotive Enthusiast News-

Inside the World's Most Valuable Hot Wheels Collection

(Car and Driver)

With millions at stake, car collectors scour Earth for lost classics

(Detroit Free Press)

-Automotive Servicing News-

Mazda to recall 640,000 vehicles globally over diesel engine issue

(Reuters)

Subaru recalls nearly 400K vehicles to fix stalling problems

(Detroit Free Press)

U.S. agency probes 1.7 million GM SUVs over wiper failures

(Reuters)

-General Business & Executive News-

CDK Global Names Brian Krzanich President and Chief Executive Officer

(CDK)

Ford buys electric scooter startup Spin, joining competitors Bird and
Lime

(USA Today)

Harley-Davidson's electric motorcycle signals a big change for the
legendary, but troubled, company

(CNBC)

Tesla’s Booming Model 3 Sales and More This Week In The Future Of Cars

(Wired)

Time Dealer Of The Year

(Automotive News)

VW Considers Investing in Ford-Backed Autonomous Unit Argo

(Bloomberg)

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Aston Martin to more than double production by 2025: CEO

ABU DHABI (Reuters) – Luxury carmaker Aston Martin (AML.L), has not yet seen a slowdown in its key markets and aims to more than double the number of cars it makes by 2025, its chief executive said on Sunday. FILE PHOTO: Andy Palmer, CEO of Aston Martin, poses for a photograph next to the company’s… Continue reading Aston Martin to more than double production by 2025: CEO

Aston Martin boss hails Brexit deal

Agreement ‘appears to meet all the requests’ of UK motor industry Go to Source

Aston Martin named Luxury Brand of the Year

Published: Nov 06, 2018

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Neil Allison

Aston Martin has been named ‘Luxury Brand of the Year’ at the Luxury Briefing Awards. Heralded as the ‘Oscars of the Luxury Industry’, the aim of the annual event is to reward and celebrate excellence and innovation.

6 November 2018, London: Aston Martin has been named ‘Luxury Brand of the Year’ at the Luxury Briefing Awards. Heralded as the ‘Oscars of the Luxury Industry’, the aim of the annual event is to reward and celebrate excellence and innovation.
Presenting the award, Sir Eric Peacock described Aston Martin as a “powerful, hugely aspirational brand that is the epitome of luxury” and defied anyone in the room not to covet it. He went on to say the last 12 months have been an “Annus Magnificus” for the brand as it “soared into profit, increasing sales by an astonishing 8% in the first half of the year alone…it has been one of the fastest turnarounds and renaissances the luxury industry has ever seen”.
Aston Martin Lagonda Vice-President and Chief Marketing Officer, Simon Sproule, was at The Savoy in central London to collect the award. He said: “It’s a great honour to be named Luxury Brand of the Year. At Aston Martin Lagonda we have a fantastic team that lives and breathes this beautiful brand, working to grow and develop our presence across the world. With each car launch, each new brand partnership or lifestyle event, we get closer to our current and future customers. At a time when the automotive industry is facing incredible challenges we are pushing constantly to make sure the Aston Martin brand, and soon the Lagonda brand, not only stands the test of time but flourishes during this period of change.”
Aston Martin are also delighted that the award for ‘Outstanding Contribution to Charity’ was made to Aston Martin Cambridge, for the special edition Vanquish S that helped raise £1.5 million for the RAF Benevolent Fund. The raffle for ‘Red 10’, the 10th car from a limited edition run of the ‘Aston Martin Vanquish S Red Arrows edition’ raised an astonishing £1.5 million for the RAF Benevolent Fund, which works to support the men and women of the RAF and their families.
The eminent Luxury Briefing judging panel described the Aston Martin’s Red 10 raffle as “a charitable gesture that was tangible, solid and fun…a highly visible but straightforward and simple initiative that provided an excellent blueprint for other brands to imitate.”
The Vanquish S Red Arrows was pioneered and commissioned by Aston Martin Cambridge, whose Dealer Principal Simon Lane accepted the award, saying: “What started as an idea to pay tribute to the spectacular aviation skills of the Red Arrows, quickly became an opportunity to do some great work for charity. Nine very happy customers now own ‘Red 1’ to ‘Red 9’ and ‘Red 10’ has gone on to raise a significant sum for the RAF Benevolent Fund. The whole team at Aston Martin Cambridge is very proud of this project and delighted to accept this award.”