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Aston Martin Racing claimed a sensational first, second and third at the ADAC 1000km of Nurburgring, 50 years on from Aston Martin’s 1959 win in the classic German endurance race with the DBR1.

Trio of Aston Martins for Nurburgring 1000km

Aston Martin Racing will enter three Gulf liveried LMP1 challengers in the penultimate round of the Le Mans Series, the ADAC 1000km of Nurburgring on the 23 August 2009.

Aston Martin V12 Vantage to appear at Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb

The Aston Martin V12 Vantage race car which swept to a stunning debut class victory in the 37th Nurburgring 24 hour race in May will compete in the Shelsley Walsh National Hill Climb Festival on 15/16 August 2009.

Podium for Aston Martin Racing in Portugal

The 007 Aston Martin LMP1 car of Jan Charouz (CZ), Tomas Enge (CZ) and Stefan Mücke (DE) finished second, securing a place on the podium at the Algarve 1000 kilometres in Portugal.

Aston Martin geared up for Algarve night race

Following a fourth overall and highest petrol finish at the Le Mans 24 hour race in June, Aston Martin Racing continues with the remainder of the Le Mans Series (LMS) and heads to the new Autodromo Internacional Algarve in Portugal for the first ever LMS night race.

Aston Martin launches ‘Assured’ seal of approval

Aston Martin is to launch an exclusive ‘Assured’ seal of approval to endorse official products and services for its customers. The first products receiving this endorsement will be Aston Martin’s Pre-Owned and Extended Warranty programmes, both of which have undergone recent refreshments.

Aston Martin develop luxury commuter concept

Aston Martin has developed a new luxury commuter concept; the ‘Cygnet’ which will offer customers a distinctive, intelligent and exclusive solution for urban travel in style and luxury.

Carroll Shelby looks back at 1959 Le Mans win with Aston Martin

Fifty years ago, American racing legend Carroll Shelby formed one half of the Le Mans-winning Aston Martin DBR1 team, together with Englishman Roy Salvadori. In his own words, Shelby describes the historic experience that he defines as the highlight of his racing career.

V12 Vantage takes class victory at Nürburgring 24 Hour

Aston Martin’s factory entered V12 Vantage – modified only slightly for competition – has swept to a stunning debut class victory in the 37th Nürburgring 24 hour race, forming part of a double Aston Martin victory in the SP8 and SP10 classes.

Aston Martin ready for Nürburgring challenge

Six Aston Martins will be amongst the 180 entrants in the Nürburgring 24 hour race – one of the toughest endurance tests in motorsport – spearheaded by a factory entered version of the British marque’s new V12 Vantage.

Aston Martin to run three cars at Le Mans 24 Hours

Aston Martin Racing has recruited three new drivers to run a trio of Gulf-liveried LMP1 cars at this year’s Le Mans 24 Hours, which marks the 50th anniversary of Aston Martin’s first victory at La Sarthe in 1959.

V12 Vantage and DBS Volante to debut at Motorexpo

Aston Martin have today confirmed they will use the 2009 London Motorexpo as the platform for the UK debut of both their V12 Vantage and DBS Volante - following the world premieres of both vehicles earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show.

Aston Martin Racing triumphs over adversity for Spa podium

The 007 Aston Martin Racing LMP1 car of Jan Charouz (CZ), Tomas Enge (CZ) and Stefan Mücke (GER) has finished on the podium of the Spa 1000 kilometres in Belgium following a magnificent fightback after the team started from the back of the grid.

Aston Martin enters Croatia

Forming part of Aston Martin’s ambitious expansion plans for the company’s global dealership network in 2009, the luxury marque has announced the opening of Aston Martin Zagreb. Opened in conjunction with luxury brand specialists Spectator Grupa, this new dealership marks the first entry for Aston Martin into Croatia.

V12 Vantage: Aston Martin’s most exhilarating sports car

Aston Martin will present the most potent production sports car in the marque’s 95-year history at the Geneva motor show on 3rd March. Based on the hugely successful V8 Vantage, the V12 Vantage will feature a 6.0-litre V12 engine producing 510 bhp (380 kW / 517 PS), and 570 Nm (420 lb ft) of torque with a top speed of 190 mph (305 km/h) and 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) time of 4.2 seconds.

Aston Martin to challenge for overall Le Mans win

On the 50th anniversary of its outright win at Le Mans, Aston Martin will return to La Sarthe with two Works LMP1 cars bearing the iconic blue and orange livery of Gulf Oil.

Aston Martin returns to Nürburgring 24-hour race with V12 Vantage

Aston Martin will return to the starting grid of the legendary Nordschleife for the fourth consecutive year at the 37th ADAC Nürburgring 24-hour race on 23/24 May 2009 with the new V12 Vantage. Joining the marque’s latest model will be ‘Rose’, the yellow V8 Vantage that was first entered into the race in 2006.

Aston Martin’s One-77 Concept set for world debut

Aston Martin has confirmed the first public display of the complete One-77 concept will be held at the world renowned Concorso d’Eleganza event in the grounds of the Grand Hotel Villa d’Este on the shores of Lake Como, Italy on 24-26 April 2009.

Lagonda: Revival of a luxury brand

Aston Martin is proud to announce the return of Lagonda, one of the most iconic names in luxury car manufacturing. The intention is for Lagonda to enter the market place with a unique performance luxury product, a vehicle that combines exceptional ability with unsurpassed elegance, inside and out.

Aston Martin reveals spectacular One-77 technical showcase

Aston Martin will present a One-77 technical showcase at the Geneva Auto Salon on 3 March 2009. Chassis no.1 will be on display as an exposé throughout the show detailing the quintessence of Aston Martin engineering and design expertise.

Aston Martin DBS Volante

Aston Martin will premiere the DBS Volante at the Geneva Auto Salon on the 3rd March 2009. Completing the DBS line-up, the new Volante will afford customers the combination of the DBS’s already-established benchmark sports car characteristics with all the thrills of open-air motoring.

Aston Martin Works Service to host annual Bonhams auction

On Saturday 9th May 2009, Aston Martin Works Service will once again host Bonhams' annual Auction of Aston Martin motor cars and related automobilia. Bonhams is one of the world's leading automotive auction specialists, and 2009 marks the tenth anniversary of this hugely successful and highly popular sale.

Aston Martin One-77 wins top design award

At its world debut this weekend, the Aston Martin One-77 has won the Concorso d’Eleganza Design Award for Concept Cars and Prototypes on the shores of Lake Como, Italy.