Though it has built continuation replicas of famous models, Aston Martin hasn’t featured too heavily in the restomod scene. Especially in the sportier parts of restomodding, like Gunther Werks’ 993-based 400R. Which makes sense, given that even the brand’s 911 competitor, the V8 Vantage, was more GT than a sports car. But one Nurburgring instructor …

Originally, many high-end automakers had independent coachbuilders design and assemble their cars’ bodies. And Aston Martin was no different. In fact, one of its most iconic cars, James Bond’s DB5, was designed via a licensed version of Italian coachbuilder Superleggera’s construction system. And to pay tribute, the company’s name appears on the British carmaker’s newest …

None of the news coming out of the UK about Aston Martin’s woes is good. In the past week, its troubles mounted as it replaced its CEO and today announced that it just cut 500 jobs from the Aston Martin payroll. That is about 20% of its total workforce. How long before Aston Martin is …

A picture can fool anyone. The above image is of 1963 Aston Martin DB5 coupes being manufactured. But this is not a shot from 1963 or 1964. It’s a recent image shot at the Aston Martin workshop in Newport Pagnell, England. As amazing as you can imagine Aston Martin is building 25 “continuation series” DB5s. …

The 2021 Aston Martin V12 Speedster commands the immediate respect of everybody looking at it. What makes this car so intimidating?

If you’ve ever seen Aston Martin cars, in person, on television, or on the big screen in movies driving by characters like James Bond, you’ve probably noticed the timeless and perfectly proportionate appearance that makes them look equally more like a work of art than a driveable car. Sure, there are plenty of stunning cars …

The battle of the luxury performance SUVs is heating up. Maserati has had the Levante out for a little while. Not to be forgotten, by the end of this year, the folks over in England are joining the category with the Aston Martin DBX. There are others as well. Lamborghini has the Urus SUV, and speculation indicates Ferrari will be …

The new 2021 Aston Martin DBX, the first SUV for the British brand, was planned to roll out this year slowly. But the global COVID-19 variable has had a negative financial impact on many manufacturers worldwide. Resultantly, manufacturers are delaying new product reveals. Aston Martin is no different. It also has taken a hit to the bottom line. …

As the popularity and demand for electric cars rise, we are happy to see slow and ugly hybrids and all-electric vehicles take a step back. Engineers and design teams have worked hard to provide electric cars that don’t sacrifice style and luxury. While Toyota and Nissan have given us affordable options for plug-in hybrids and …

It can be nerve-wracking to consider driving a high-end car on a daily basis. And true, some are notorious for nightmarish reliability. But bargain pricing doesn’t always mean problems. There are quite a few used high-performance cars, like the Porsche Cayman, Ferrari 360, and Audi R8 that can be both relatively-inexpensive and reliable. And there’s …

When you think of Aston Martin, you think of suave spies like James Bond or high-end luxury sports cars with a timeless look. The Vantage and Vanquish live up to our expectations, but there is one Aston Martin that stands out among the rest, and not in a good way. It’s called the V8 Cygnet. …

One day we will be traveling again. If the spirit of travel and adventure drives you, you’ve likely swooned over Instagram images of exotic vacations taken by celebrities and notable figures. While these automotive adventures will cost more than the average road trip, you may be surprised to learn that these bucket list trips like …

The bailout saga continues to hit British carmaker, Aston Martin, in embarrassing ways. Seriously, how did Aston Martin get here? Just over a week ago, CEO Andy Palmer shared that the carmakers’ new business strategy is to be the “British Ferrari,” meaning that they would prioritize making the Aston Martin brand more exclusive.  Instead of …

Thinking of four-door sedans, Aston Martin probably doesn’t come to mind, and all together, most people forget that Aston Martin even has a four-door sedan. The Rapide S is a traditional attempt by Aston Martin to grow out of its niche market and appeal to the most common consumer market who is interested in buying …

Aston Martin has been experiencing a  difficult time lately which is really starting to tarnish the iconic luxury brand even with the $663 million cash investment from Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll. Basically, the British carmaker has too many liabilities. The series of unfortunate events are a far cry from the elegance and fun synonymous with …

The long-awaited reveal of the 2021 Ford Bronco was supposed to have happened now. The long-anticipated Rivian EV pickup was supposed to be available by Fall. Production of the all-new Chevy Suburban was to have been in full swing. All of these examples and more are on hold because of you know what. Yes, the …

Aston Martin and Mercedes AMG. Few names in the automobile industry inspire the same expectation of power and prestige. Each of these luxury carmakers is a leader in their class. Two of their models are Formula 1 inspired machines with astounding capabilities –– and a 7 figure price tag. Which brings us to make the …

No matter how old you are, no matter how great or small your wealth, it is fun to dream about cars. Even behind the wheel of a beloved favorite it is an American pastime to look to the future and fantasize about your next car. Or daydream about the set of wheels you’re going to …

In spite of receiving a $663 million cash infusion by a group led by Canadian billionaire Lawrence Stroll, the European Securities and Markets Authority says it’s not enough for Aston Martin. The Authority says that Aston Martin does not have sufficient working capital. An “increased and unquantifiable uncertainty” because of the coronavirus crisis does not …

Martha Stewart has built an empire on DIY, tablescapes, and organic gardening. She has been typecast into the MacGyver of crafting and artisanal baking. If you aren’t one to keep up with her close friendship with Snoop Dogg, you might have overlooked her “cool factor”. Nowhere has this been more apparent than in the car …