Aston Martin: Made in Britain

Aston Martin is a thrilling blend of automotive history, personal storytelling, and high-speed adventure — written by Ben Collins, the legendary racing driver and former “The Stig” from Top Gear. Collins takes readers on a journey through the iconic history of Aston Martin — from its founding by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford, through the golden era under David Brown, to its modern rebirth as a global luxury brand. Along the way, he explores the brand’s distinctive engineering, its unmistakable design, and its legendary role as James Bond’s car of choice. Woven throughout this history is Collins’ personal connection to the marque: childhood memories of his father’s V8 Vantage, adrenaline-filled test drives on winding country roads, racing Aston Martins at Le Mans, and performing high-speed stunts for Bond films. Aston Martin is both a celebration and an insider’s look at one of the most admired car brands in the world — a story of speed, style, innovation, and British spirit.