A new chapter in Aston Martin\’s history began at the 86th International Geneva Motor Show with the unveiling of the Aston Martin DB11. The first product launched under the company\’s \’Second Century\’ plan, DB11 is the bold new figurehead of the illustrious \’DB\’ bloodline and an authentic, dynamic sporting GT in the finest Aston Martin tradition.

Aston Martin DB11\’s transmission is an 8-speed paddle-shift torque converter automatic gearbox. A development of that found in the Vanquish and Rapide S, DB11\’s transaxle features a mechanical limited-slip differential with Active Torque Vectoring – a first for Aston Martin. Redesigned to improve packaging, the differential uses a pair of rear-mounted transfer gears to enable the location of the crown wheel alongside the transmission. This shortens the transaxle assembly by 60mm, allowing the transmission to be mounted further rearwards to facilitate gains in the range of front seat adjustment.

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