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Aston Martin Valhalla: has the 1064bhp hypercar been worth the wait? | The evo podcast | Episode 26
Aston Martin Valhalla: has the 1064bhp hypercar been worth the wait? | The evo podcast | Episode 26
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About this episode
Aston Martin's Valhalla hypercar is finally here, boasting a powerful 1064bhp hybrid V8 engine and advanced aerodynamics. The hosts discuss their first impressions after driving a prototype at Stowe Circuit, highlighting its nimble handling and the blend of electric and combustion power. With a focus on track performance, the Valhalla aims to compete with other hypercars while maintaining Aston Martin's signature style. The episode delves into the car's development history, its place in the market, and the excitement surrounding its release, making it a noteworthy addition to the Aston lineup.
Topics:
valhalla
hybrid powertrain
aerodynamics
driving impressions
performance
design
market positioning
development history
Cars:
Alpine A110
Aston Martin DBX
Aston Martin Lagonda
Aston Martin Valhalla
Aston Martin Vanquish
Bentley Bentayga
BMW 6 Series
BMW M2
BMW M3
BMW M4
BMW M5
Chevrolet Corvette
Ferrari 296
Ferrari F8 Tributo
Ford Fiesta
Ford Mustang
Ford Mustang GTD
Lamborghini Aventador
Lamborghini Gallardo
Lamborghini Huracan
Lexus LFA
Lotus Elise
Maserati MC12
McLaren 650S
Nissan GT-R
Nissan GT-R (R35)
Nissan Skyline
Porsche 911
Porsche Carrera GT
Porsche Cayman
Renault Megane E-Tech
Renault Sport Spider
Skoda Felicia
Volkswagen Golf
In episode 26 of the evo podcast, we sit down for a discussion about Aston Martin's long-awaited mid-engined hypercar: Valhalla. Having spent time behind the wheel of a pre-production prototype ahead of its market launch, Deputy Editor James Taylor reveals our initial thoughts on the 1064bhp special, alongside Stuart Gallagher, Dickie Meaden and Yousuf Ashraf.
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Maserati MC12
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Porsche 911
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Nissan R35 Gtr
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Mclaren 650S
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Renault Megane E-Tech
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Renault Sport
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Lotus Elise
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Porsche Carrera T
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Aston Martin Valhalla
"...Martin, because you've been behind the wheel of a Valhalla. That's right, yeah, I'm proud to tell you."
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Aston Martin Vanquish
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Aston Martin Lagonda
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Bentley Bentayga
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Skoda Felicia
"...e's been some stability from post-Moz to now with Felicia there for a while, quietly in the background, jus..."
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Aston Dbxs
"From Vantage up to Vanquish and then DBX-707 and DBX-S. Now Valhalla and Valkyrie, which has been delivered"
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Lamborghini Aventador
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