- Aston Martin has launched three teaser photographs of the successor to the DB11, which shall be revealed on Might 24.
- The shrouded photos present the entrance of the next-gen DB, the facet profile, and the brand new infotainment system.
- Aston filed a trademark within the U.S. for the nameplate “DB12,” suggesting that would be the next-gen automotive’s identify.
The world is getting a sneak peek on the successor to the Aston Martin DB11, with the British automaker right now releasing three teaser photographs of the next-generation sports activities automotive, which is about to be totally revealed on Might 24.
The partially shrouded picture above offers us a glimpse on the new DB’s headlights and hood. Aston Martin’s lately revised wing emblem might be seen affixed to the automotive’s nostril. Squint a bit and components of the grille are additionally seen with what seem like six horizontal bars.
Facet Present
Aston additionally launched a photograph teasing the next-gen DB’s facet profile (seen beneath). The lengthy hood flows right into a steeply raked windshield. Its uninterrupted line suggests this mannequin is the coupe, however a convertible model referred to as the Volante can even seemingly be provided. The automotive’s paint colour seems to be an unspecified shade of inexperienced, and the big wheels are coated in what appears to be like like some sort of bronze. It is a good-looking pairing to make sure.
Subsequent-Gen Infotainment
Early final 12 months, Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll was reported as saying the corporate’s subsequent technology of vehicles would endure massive adjustments, together with a brand new infotainment system. He wasn’t joking, because the setup proven within the picture beneath offers view of the up to date interface, which is built-in into an angled middle stack that additionally homes the HVAC controls and different switchgear.
Together with rollers to manage the temperature for the twin local weather zones and fan velocity, there’s additionally one for the stereo quantity. Surrounding the stubby gear selector and distinguished engine start-stop change are buttons that reveal a number of the next-gen DB’s options. The record consists of heated and ventilated seats, adjustable dampers and exhaust settings, and driver-assistance tech comparable to a surround-view digicam system, lane-keeping help, and parking sensors.
What’s Its Actual Identify?
Whereas Aston has but to disclose the identify of the DB11’s successor, there’s an opportunity it may very well be referred to as the DB12. That hypothesis is fueled by a trademark software the corporate filed for the nameplate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Workplace. What is going to the automotive’s actual identify be? We’ll all seemingly simply have to remain tuned till Aston reveals the next-gen DB on Might 24.
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