@AML: Final Results000404

1 March 2023 Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings plc Preliminary results for the 12 months to 31 December 2022                                                                                                                                                 –  FY 2022 results in-line with prior outlook, with strong Q4 performance –  FY 2022 revenue growth of 26%, driven by record total ASP of more than £200k –  Strong demand across the portfolio;  c.80%… Continue reading @AML: Final Results000404

Australian battery firm buys Britishvolt for undisclosed fee

Australian battery start-up Recharge Industries has purchased Britishvolt for an undisclosed fee, planning to revive the failed gigafactory project in Blyth, Northumberland. Britishvolt will now use Recharge’s preferred battery technology – licensed from American firm Charge CCCV (C4V) – rather than that which was in development under the previous ownership. It aims to begin manufacturing cells… Continue reading Australian battery firm buys Britishvolt for undisclosed fee

Halfords and Palmer Foundation search for new automotive apprentices

Halfords and the Palmer Foundation, working with the Institute of the Motor Industry, First Step Trust and London South East Colleges, are launching a new programme to give young people from disadvantaged backgrounds their first step towards a career in the automotive industry. Auto Express contributor and founder of the Palmer Foundation, Andy Palmer, said,… Continue reading Halfords and Palmer Foundation search for new automotive apprentices

From the archive: on this day in 1966

Audi sold 1.6 million cars last year and is instantly recognisable the world over, so it’s surprising to learn that it’s a young company.  Audi made cars from 1910 until war broke in 1939. Come 1945, the occupying Soviets stole the assets of its parent firm, Auto Union, so execs had to go west and… Continue reading From the archive: on this day in 1966

@niche: Praga Cars UK Czechs into Dunsfold Park002526

Following the recent launch of the limited-edition Praga Bohema hypercar and new 28-unit Praga ZS 800 motorcycle, Praga Cars UK has relocated from Cheshire to Dunsfold Park in Surrey, where its new client spec’ing facility and brand visitor centre will be located. Within two hours of London’s international airports, the Aston Martin, McLaren and Rolls… Continue reading @niche: Praga Cars UK Czechs into Dunsfold Park002526

@AML: Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate raises 750,000 Swiss Francs at charity auction000402

20 February 2023 – Gstaad, Switzerland:  The very first hand built Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate has raised 750,000 CHF for charity, taking centre stage of a glittering auction at the Action Innocence Charity Gala in Gstaad, Switzerland. The first example of the highly desirable Coupe model was donated by Aston Martin Lagonda and became… Continue reading @AML: Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate raises 750,000 Swiss Francs at charity auction000402

2023 Aston Martin F1 car revealed with new badge

Aston Martin has unveiled its entrant for the 2023 Formula One season. Called the AMR23, it features numerous revisions over last year’s car – which finished seventh overall in the Constructors’ Championship.  The biggest change for the Aston Martin F1 team will come in the shape of two-time World Champion Fernando Alonso joining its ranks,… Continue reading 2023 Aston Martin F1 car revealed with new badge

@AML: Aston Martin opens its doors to ambitious women and girls on International Women’s Day 000401

20 February 2023, Gaydon, UK: Aston Martin is to cast open its doors to women and girls as part of an event to inspire the next generation of talent and highlight employment opportunities in the automotive sector on International Women’s Day. Celebrating International Women’s Day on Wednesday 8 March, Aston Martin will invite ambitious women… Continue reading @AML: Aston Martin opens its doors to ambitious women and girls on International Women’s Day 000401

@niche: THE ROAD TO REINVENTION.002510

Editor’s Note: In this week’s Rant, Peter describes the “Road To Reinvention” for individuals and companies as a difficult one indeed. In On The Table, we feature a brief review of the ads from Super Bowl 2023, along with a look at the new Bugatti Mistral on the Cote d’Azure, just because. And our AE Song of the Week is… Continue reading @niche: THE ROAD TO REINVENTION.002510

@AML: Aston Martin celebrates 110th anniversary with reveal of special logo on AMR23 Formula 1® car000400

British Grand Prix™ to be focal point of Aston Martin’s year-long anniversary commemorations, celebrating 110 years of high-octane on-track success New market research highlights F1® is building consideration and customer appeal for Aston Martin 13 February 2023 – Silverstone, UK:  Aston Martin’s 110 years of iconic on-track intensity will be celebrated throughout the 2023 FIA… Continue reading @AML: Aston Martin celebrates 110th anniversary with reveal of special logo on AMR23 Formula 1® car000400