
Aston Martin was founded on 15 January 1913 in London by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford before becoming known as Aston Martin a year later. It specializes in luxury sports cars and grand tourers that are crafted with meticulous attention to detail and powerful performance. The brand became iconic in the 1950s and 1960s after being spotted in James Bond films, notably the DB5 in Goldfinger. Today it continues that tradition with models like the Vantage, DB12, Vanquish, and the SUV DBX, while also pushing into the hypercar space with the Valkyrie and growing its electrified lineup. Enthusiasts appreciate Aston Martin for its blend of handcrafted luxury English styling and race-derived performance. The marque’s presence in motorsport, including endurance racing and a return to Formula One, reinforces its high-performance image.
Founding year & location
15 January 1913 London
United Kingdom
Headquarters
Gaydon, Warwickshire
England, United Kingdom
Parent company
Aston Martin Lagonda Global Holdings PLC
(publicly traded on the London Stock Exchange)
Global sales figure
6,620 units (to dealers)
Totaling roughly £1.6 billion