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In addition to the aluminium frame, other lightweight or high-technology materials are used extensively.
Media.Ford.com: NEW DB9 - A LEADER IN SPORTS CAR TECHNOLOGY
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Says Dr Ulrich Bez, CEO of Aston Martin: "We're confident that it is the finest 2+2 sports car in the world, and will continue the Aston Martin success story that is one of the highlights of the British motor industry in recent years.
The new Aston Martin DB9 is one of the most sophisticated 2+2 sports cars available in the world today.
In every case, technology is used to make the car better and to make the driving experience more enjoyable.
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As well as using the Cranfield University's state-of-the-art 40 percent model wind tunnel, Aston Martin also used Ford's Environmental Test Laboratory in Dunton, which features one of the most advanced climactic wind tunnels in the world.
Other testing took place at Volvo's world-renowned crash test safety centre in Sweden, and at the vast and superbly equipped Ford test track in Lommel, Belgium.
"It is far superior to the conventional steel saloon-based floorpan often used by high-value brands," says Aston Martin DB9 Chief Programme Engineer David King.
Magnesium alloy, which is even lighter than aluminium, is used in the steering column assembly and inner door frames.
The advanced quad-cam 48-valve engine has been designed by Aston Martin engineers in partnership with Ford's RVT (Research and Vehicle Technology), and is unique to Aston Martin.
"When you're attempting to build the world's greatest 2+2 sports car - and that's certainly the goal for the DB9 - there really is no substitute for a V12," says Aston Martin's Chief Powertrain Engineer Brian Fitzsimons.
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