Aston Martin EV’s launch rescheduled for 2026

ABU DHABI: Aston Martin announced last year that it is planning to revamp its lineup. Aligning with its goals, the company was planning to come up with a four-wheel-drive, high-riding electric GT model in 2025. However, Aston Martin has postponed the launch of its first EV from 2025 to 2026 amid uncertainties over the demand of the customers. 

Lawrence Stroll, the executive chairman of the company expressed doubts about the demand for fully battery-powered models. This proves to be a setback for the electrification plans of Aston Martin. 

As Aston Martin shifts its focus to electric vehicles from gas-powered vehicles it has decided to use plug-in hybrids as a transitional technology. The production of Valhalla, Aston Martin's first plug-in hybrid supercar will start this year, marking a strategic shift to cater to the changing demands of customers for electrified models.

For its high-performance electrification strategy, Aston Martin has renewed its partnership with Lucid Group. Lucid will play a pivotal role in fulfilling Aston Martin's goal to come up with more PHEVs between 2025 and 2030. 

For its electric cars, Aston Martin will use batteries and powertrains from Lucid under a GBP 182 million deal. These EVs will have four motors that will generate up to 1,500hp. Lucid cells will power them in a custom battery pack. The first EV model is expected to be inspired by the Porsche Taycan but it will have a taller profile.

The Aston Martin UAE's current lineup comprises several models, including the DBX, Vantage, Valhalla, and DB11.

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