F1 technologies in Aston Martin models

F1 technologies in Aston Martin models

As you know, Aston Martin has made a foray into the world of Formula 1 over the past few years, the first time since 1960. What you also know is that everything that is developed in F1, whether it's in terms of powertrains, technology or electrification, ends up in the vehicles you drive.


And when a manufacturer is heavily involved, it is primarily for the benefit of its own vehicles. Thus, we find a bit of F1 inside the vehicles offered today by Aston Martin.


Let's take a look at how the technology dedicated to Formula 1 is used by Aston Martin.


Obviously, it affects specific aspects and in some, specific models. If vehicles like the Vantage or the DBX take advantage of technologies developed in the past, projects like the Valkyrie and Valhalla inherit the most recent advances.


Consider aerodynamics. Aston Martin's F1 team has come up with its most sophisticated design to date with the AMR22, the car that can be seen on track this season. With the return of the "ground effect" this year in F1, we can be sure that the lessons learned on the track will be used in the brand's new designs. In fact, the Formula 1 wind tunnels were used to test the Valkyrie.


The Valkyrie is also equipped with a ducting system that brings fresh air to the brakes, which is unique for a road car. The Valkyrie is made entirely of carbon (thank you F1) and has no steel components. Its power-to-weight ratio is exceptional.


This car would not have seen the light of day without the presence of Aston Martin in F1.


The Valhalla, on the other hand, is really an F1 car for the road. It features much of the technology found in the AMR22, from the car's aerodynamic language to its race car-inspired underpinnings.


Advances in F1 will also help transform Aston Martin as hybrid and electric technologies invade the race car space.


The aggressive pace of development in F1 reflects the speed at which the automotive industry must adapt to new technologies such as electrification; Aston Martin aims to electrify 20 percent of its fleet by 2024; the lessons learned from F1 will make this transition easier and more efficient.


In short, it's not always visible, but F1 plays a major role in the development of future vehicles. And what first appears on supercars like the Valkyrie and Valhalla will eventually find its way into other models in the lineup and the industry.

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