• Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark foreshadowed the eventual end of the V-12 in a series of media interviews.
  • Hallmark stated that, under existing regulations, the engine will cease large-scale production by 2028, with a smaller supply continuing until 2030.
  • He mentioned plans to diversify the model range, including the goal of offering manual transmissions again.

The CEO of Aston Martin is getting people ready for the end of the V-12 engine. In talks, CEO Adrian Hallmark stated that the strong engine will be discontinued before the end of the decade because of stricter global emissions regulations.

Aston Martin Wants To Keep Selling V-12 Engines Through The End Of The Decade

Hallmark announced to the Australian website Drive that, due to current global regulations, they will stop making big 12-cylinder engines by 2028. But this doesn’t mean that the V-12 is going to disappear.

The Act offers two ways to be independent. According to sources, Hallmark said, “We can frequently receive derogation for low volumes.” So, if we make 100,000 12-cylinder engines each year, we will reach 2028. We can apply for an exemption if we ship small amounts, specifically between 150 and 300 units, both in the United States and in Europe. There are also approval choices specific to one type of vehicle.

Hallmark told Drive that customers are really excited about the new Vanquish, which has a twin-turbo 5.2-liter V-12 engine. Aston’s Valkyrie, with its naturally aspirated 6.5-liter V-12 engine, is another great example of a low-volume car.

Reintroducing the Manual

Hallmark told Motor1 in a different interview that he plans to offer more options for each model in Aston’s lineup. He mentioned Porsche as an example because the German car company has wisely focused on providing a manual transmission for famous models like the Porsche 911 GT3 and S/T.

Aston Martin hasn’t made a DIY gearbox for regular cars since 2019, even though they provide manual transmissions on special models like the Valour and Valiant. Hallmark wants to offer more choices and make changes. In an interview with Motor1, he hinted at the possibility of making an existing race car street-legal while talking about cars with more power and different suspension setups.

Hallmark said that changes will take time to implement, so don’t expect them to happen right away. He said the easier ones will take about one to one and a half years. “We’ve done a few things quickly, but they are mostly for show and not very significant.”

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