VALHALLA
SENSATIONAL HYBRID SUPERCAR DEFINES THE MASTERY OF DRIVING
Aston Martin ’ s transformational journey takes a huge step forwards with the Valhalla concept car brought to production reality as an extraordinary , truly driver-focused mid-engined hybrid supercar .
Led by Aston Martin ’ s CEO , Tobias Moers , Valhalla is the latest and most significant product of the brand ’ s Project Horizon strategy to-date ; a car which will broaden the model portfolio to reflect Aston Martin ’ s presence in Formula One ®, set bestin-class standards for performance , dynamics and driving pleasure , and drive the transition from internal combustion to hybrid to full electric powertrains .
Aston Martin ’ s Executive Chairman , Lawrence Stroll said : “ Aston Martin ’ s first series production mid-engined supercar , Valhalla is a truly transformational moment for this ultra-luxury brand . The launch of Valhalla demonstrates Aston Martin ’ s commitment to building a range of exceptional mid-engined driver focused cars , a crucial next stage in the expansion of our product line-up . It also seemed fitting to unveil this stunning track biased supercar at the home of motorsport and the home of the Aston Martin Cognizant Formula OneTM Team and marks Aston Martin ’ s return to the British Grand Prix for the first time in over 60 years , a true milestone .”
Built with chassis , aerodynamic and electronics expertise forged in Formula One ®, and a cutting-edge hybrid powertrain technology at its heart , Valhalla is a formidable technological showcase . Yet far from engineering the driver out of the loop , Valhalla ’ s sole focus is immersing them in a new kind of supercar driving experience . One which brings unprecedented excitement , enjoyment , and driver engagement to the top of the supercar sector .
With pinpoint handling , prodigious levels of downforce and a breathtaking blend of instant battery-electric torque and the intensity of a scintillating V8 engine , Valhalla ’ s fusion of raw emotion and hybrid efficiency reflects a new era . One defined by a shift in attitudes and expectations that demands contemporary supercars are not just sensational to look at and thrilling to drive , but that they truly reflect the technology employed in the highest level of motorsport . As such Valhalla is at the forefront ; an authentic , next generation Aston Martin road racer , designed around the driver , for the driver and built to be enjoyed .
Valhalla heralds a new definition of Aston Martin . With a mid-engined 950bhp gasoline / battery electric powertrain , new carbon fibre structure and aerodynamics shaped by the pioneering philosophy first seen in the revolutionary Aston Martin Valkyrie , Valhalla will bring the perfect balance of hypercar performance and advanced powertrain , driving dynamics and uniquely sophisticated design materials to truly redefine the supercar sector .
For a true engineer like Moers , Valhalla marks the moment where Aston Martin delivers on earlier promises , he says : “ Preserving the essence of an exceptional concept car is vital when meeting the challenge of bringing it into production . With Valhalla not only have we stayed true to our commitment to build a world-beating supercar , but we have exceeded our original aims . The result is a pure driving machine - one which exists right at the cutting edge of performance and technology yet allows the driver to feel the emotion and thrill of complete connection and control .”
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