Aston Martin has confirmed it will launch a new car at this year’s Concours d’Elegance at Pebble Beach on 12 August. The British brand hasn’t named the model it will unveil but, judging by the firm’s teaser image, it’ll be the road-ready version of the Valkyrie hybrid hypercar.
The Valkyrie’s hybrid powertrain comprises a naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12 engine, an electric motor, a lightweight battery pack and a Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS), which is similar to the technology found in Formula One racers. Combined, the powertrain has an output of 1,160bhp and 900Nm of torque.
The engine has been developed by Cosworth with input from Red Bull Racing, using expertise gained from Formula One. Alongside Cosworth and Red Bull Racing, Aston Martin drafted in Alcan and Surface Transforms, who provided the Valkyrie with a lightweight yet powerful braking system.
Surface Transforms plc (LON:SCE) are experts in the development and production of carbon-ceramic materials and the UK’s only manufacturer of carbon-ceramic brakes for automotive use.
