| Aston Martin is a name that needs very little | | | | itself began when founders Lionel Martin and Robert |
| introduction. It is a brand that has always stood for | | | | Bamford wanted to build distinctive sports cars that |
| high performance sports cars designed and produced | | | | were exhilarating to drive. Martin was a regular |
| by skilled craftsmen. The British automaker has | | | | competitor in the hill climb races at Aston Clinton and |
| recently brought to light its intent to be known for | | | | the simple combination of the name of the event and |
| not only offering a lavish sports car, but a fuel | | | | the name of the driver gave birth to one of the |
| efficient one as well. The new city cars will focus on | | | | most famous automotive marques ever. |
| the duties of transportation and not just getting | | | | The fact that the company Aston Martin is still |
| from zero to 60 as quickly as possible. | | | | around today is a testament to its enduring strength |
| Originally, Aston Martin was known primarily in the | | | | and quality of its vehicles. Since its founding in 1914 |
| racing circles. By the time the 1920's had rolled | | | | the company has gone through more than half a |
| around, the brand had made its first overseas | | | | dozen owners and been propelled to near-icon status |
| appearance, participating in the French Grand Prix. | | | | thanks to its involvement in the James Bond films. |
| The brand was quickly able to make a name for itself | | | | Some of the more popular cars today include the |
| with popular racing cars such as the streamlined 1934 | | | | DBS Volante with its combination of sports car |
| Ulster. Every car produced by this top brand is a | | | | characteristics and open-air motoring. The V8 |
| product of today's technology. New resources along | | | | Vantage is a great example of modern automotive |
| with new investments in the latest computer aided | | | | design. A hand-crafted sports car that offers |
| designs are ensuring that the future for this car | | | | excellent performance, incredible agility and everyday |
| brand is as bright as its past. | | | | usability. You even have the option of designing your |
| Over the past 90 years, Aston Martin has produced | | | | own car just the way you want it. |
| quality sports cars. The inspiration for the company | | | | |