What is Aston Martin?
Aston Martin is a British manufacturer of luxury sports cars, founded in 1913 by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford. It is famous as the car brand of James Bond.
The company's name combines Lionel Martin's surname with Aston Hill, a hill climb race in Buckinghamshire where Martin raced.
Aston Martin has changed ownership many times. In 1947, businessman David Brown bought the company, and his initials gave the name to the DB series of cars.
James Bond's car
The Aston Martin DB5 appeared in the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger, fitted with gadgets such as an ejector seat and machine guns. It became one of the most famous cars in film history.
Aston Martin cars have appeared in many Bond films since then.
The company is based in Gaydon, Warwickshire. It makes models such as the DB12, Vantage and DBX, an SUV.
Aston Martin also competes in Formula One. The brand is known for elegant design, powerful engines and British craftsmanship.
Its cars are hand-finished, and many owners customize the colors and interiors of their vehicles.