The Aston Martin CC100 Celebrates the Automkaer’s Centennial
Michael Hines — May 21, 2013 — Autos
References: astonmartin & carbuzz
The Aston Martin CC100 is a stylish concept car that celebrates the British automaker’s 100th birthday. The CC100, standing for Concept Car in Aston’s 100th year, is made entirely of carbon fiber and is a tribute to Aston Martin's past and also a possible glimpse into what future AMs might look like. The Aston Martin CC100 has a 6.0-liter V12 engine and can go from 0 to 60 in four seconds, with an electronically limited top speed of 180 mph. The lightweight concept tips the scale at just about 2,645 pounds.
The racing roadster pays homage to the 1959 DBR1, a car which won at both Le Mans and he Nurburgring. Its interior features a retro LED dashboard, with seats and panels covered in leather and Alcantara. The Aston Martin CC100 was designed by AM design chief Dr. Ulrich Bez and built over a period of six months.
The racing roadster pays homage to the 1959 DBR1, a car which won at both Le Mans and he Nurburgring. Its interior features a retro LED dashboard, with seats and panels covered in leather and Alcantara. The Aston Martin CC100 was designed by AM design chief Dr. Ulrich Bez and built over a period of six months.
Trend Themes
1. Retro Concept Cars - Automakers can create concept cars that combine modern performance with nostalgic designs to celebrate their brand's history and generate excitement for the future.
2. Carbon Fiber Construction - Using carbon fiber construction can make concept cars lighter and more agile, leading to better performance and improved efficiency in the future.
3. LED Dashboard Displays - Replacing traditional gauges with LED displays can modernize the look and feel of concept cars while maintaining a retro aesthetic.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Manufacturing - Automakers can invest in creating celebratory concept cars like the Aston Martin CC100 to honor their brand history and generate excitement for the future.
2. Carbon Fiber Production - As the use of carbon fiber in automotive manufacturing increases, production companies can capitalize on this trend by expanding their facilities and investing in new technologies to meet demand.
3. Automotive Components Manufacturing - LED dashboard displays will become increasingly important in automotive manufacturing and component suppliers can invest in developing advanced displays to meet industry needs.
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