Archive for the ‘Aston Martin’ Category

Readers of a certain age will recall a time when America's roadways were clogged with Gremlins, Rabbits, and other fuel-efficient minicars. That historical moment was caused by spiking fuel prices in the 1970s (remember when Jimmy Carter told everyone to put on a snappy cardigan?), which rear-ended a recession in the early 1980s. If you've been paying attention, you might've noticed that today's financial and automotive landscapes are looking awfully familiar....

And so, just as they did 30 years ago, every automaker worth its salt is now looking to cash in on the American compact and subcompact markets. BMW has its MINI (not to mention its...

This isn't exactly "testing footage" for the Aston Martin Rapide. But hey, let's not worry ourselves with names. Whatever you prefer to call it, you have to admit: that's a damn fine hunk of metal. Now run along and enjoy your Friday. [YouTube]

• What is it? Aston Martin’s first production four-door sports car • The basics: V-12 powered four-seater • On sale: Early next year • Price: $200,000 (est.)

There's so much to say about the new Aston Martin Rapide.

For example, we could talk about its sweet powertrain, centered around a version of the company’s 6.0-litre V-12 engine. We could talk about the car's backseat, accessible by ‘swan-wing’ doors and suitable for children or adults on shorter journeys.

And of course, we could talk about its styling--the sleek lines and understatement that, combined with the Rapide's exclusive,...