• Aston Martin has launched three teaser photographs of the successor to the DB11, which might be revealed on Could 24.
• The shrouded photographs present the entrance of the next-gen DB, the aspect 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 in the present day releasing three teaser photographs of the next-generation sports activities automotive, which is ready to be absolutely revealed on Could 24.

The partially shrouded picture above provides us a glimpse on the new DB’s headlights and hood. Aston Martin’s just lately revised wing brand will be seen affixed to the automotive’s nostril. Squint just a little and components of the grille are additionally seen with what look like six horizontal bars.

Facet Present

Aston additionally launched a photograph teasing the next-gen DB’s aspect profile (seen under). The lengthy hood flows right into a steeply raked windshield. Its uninterrupted line suggests this mannequin is the coupe, however a convertible model often known as the Volante can even possible be provided. The automotive’s paint colour seems to be an unspecified shade of inexperienced, and the big wheels are coated in what seems like some kind of bronze. It is a good-looking pairing to make certain.

Subsequent-Gen Infotainment

Early final 12 months, Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll was reported as saying the corporate’s subsequent era of vehicles would bear huge modifications, together with a brand new infotainment system. He wasn’t joking, because the setup proven within the picture under provides view of the up to date interface, which is built-in into an angled heart 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 pace, 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 contains 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 could possibly be known as the DB12. That hypothesis is fueled by a trademark utility the corporate filed for the nameplate with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Workplace. What’s going to the automotive’s actual identify be? We’ll all possible simply have to remain tuned till Aston reveals the next-gen DB on Could 24.

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Eric Stafford’s vehicle habit started earlier than he may stroll, and it has fueled his ardour to jot down information, opinions, and extra for Automotive and Driver since 2016. His aspiration rising up was to turn into a millionaire with a Jay Leno–like automotive assortment. Apparently, getting wealthy is tougher than social-media influencers make it appear, so he prevented monetary success fully to turn into an automotive journalist and drive new vehicles for a dwelling. After incomes a level at Central Michigan College and dealing at a each day newspaper, the years of mainly burning cash on failed mission vehicles and lemon-flavored jalopies lastly paid off when Automotive and Driver employed him. His storage presently features a 2010 Acura RDX, a handbook ’97 Chevy Camaro Z/28, and a ’90 Honda CRX Si.