Tag: Aston Martin

Even From 15th, Verstappen Remains a Big Threat

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen will start the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in 15th place but none of his rivals were ruling out the Formula One championship leader fighting for victory on Sunday. The double world champion was sidelined by a sudden driveshaft failure in qualifying on Saturday after dominating every practice session. Mexican team mate…


Aston Martin Sales Surge, Valkyrie Delays Hit Profit

Aston Martin said sales to dealers in 2021 surged 82 percent, even as the British luxury automaker forecast lower-than-expected annual adjusted core earnings due to delays in shipments of its limited-edition Valkyrie sports car. Aston Martin said 10 Valkyries were shipped in the fourth quarter, fewer than previously planned. Aston Martin, fictional agent James Bond’s…


Aston Martin Breaks Ground on New Silverstone F1 Factory

LONDON—Aston Martin has started work on a new Formula One factory and wind tunnel that team owner Lawrence Stroll said underpins his commitment to the sport and aim of fighting for world championships in the next three to five years. The Canadian billionaire told reporters the Silverstone factory and ‘campus’ would cost 150–200 million pounds…


Australian Grand Prix Will Be Postponed: Stroll

The Australian Grand Prix will be postponed to the back end of the Formula One season with Bahrain replacing it as the opening race in March, according to Aston Martin team owner Lawrence Stroll. The move, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine restrictions, has been widely flagged in the media but is still yet…