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The sloping curves and meandering edges […]","datePublished":"2022-09-09","dateModified":"2022-09-09","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. 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Built to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the\u00a0 bespoke Q service the DBR22 made its public debut at this year\u2019s Monterey Car Week.The DBR22\u2019s muscular silhouette \u2013 achieved by using a minimal number of panels for the\u00a0 body\u2019s construction – is immediately reminiscent of the manufacturer’s iconic dynasty of\u00a0 open-cockpit racers. The sloping curves and meandering edges play with the light, painting a\u00a0 truly luxurious, almost other-worldly image. At the front sits a new grille which features a\u00a0 distinct carbon fibre design, said to draw directly from the DBR1 and DB3S. Sat snug within\u00a0 the wheel arches is a set of 21-inch alloy wheels which feature a new 14-spoke design\u00a0 crafted specifically for the DBR22. At the rear, a thin horizontal light bar is fixed above a\u00a0 perforated panel, the latter designed to allow hot air to exit.Though the DBR22 harks back to a famed selection of British race cars, Aston Martin has not  hesitated to dabble with new technologies. The rear subframe has been constructed from  several parts individually 3D printed from aluminium and bonded together to form the  finished piece. The company say this approach offers them the ability to make specific  components for ultra-low volume models whenever they are needed.This design concept also makes use of bespoke paint colour, though Aston Martin is offering\u00a0 a great degree of customisability; Several colours and finishes, custom graphics, and tinted\u00a0 carbons are all available for owners to make the DBR22 their own.A 5.2-litre V12 Twin-Turbo powertrain ensures that the DBR22\u2019s striking appearance is\u00a0 backed by potent performance, enabling the vehicle to accelerate from 0 to 60mph in just\u00a0 3.4 seconds and reach top speeds of 198mph. The engine is mated to an 8-speed paddle shift automatic transmission, all housed in a chassis that Aston Martin say is \u201choned to\u00a0 deliver precision, agility and tactility\u201d. The use of a pinned steering column is said to provide\u00a0 drivers with detailed feedback, whilst adaptive dampers ensure the DBR22 is a \u201cpleasure to\u00a0 drive\u201d.The inside looks to further blend classic and modern design with two digital infotainment  systems housed in a sleek and uncluttered dashboard. A pair of carbon fibre bucket seats  command the cockpit’s centre whilst luxurious leather is spread liberally throughout the  interior. Credit: Wasim UddinImages: https:\/\/media.astonmartin.com\/introducing-the-dbr22-celebrating-a-decade-of exclusivity-and-a-lifetime-of-thrilling-open-cockpit-sportscars\/"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"ASTON MARTIN REVEAL NEW DBR22","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/aston-martin-reveal-new-dbr22\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]