Aston Martin Vulcan returns to US for Pebble Beach debut
Aston Martin’s 800hp Vulcan hypercar will be shown at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance alongside the DBX Concept and DB9 GT, following its earlier US and European appearances.
Aston Martin’s track-only Vulcan hypercar will be on display at the 2015 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, marking the car’s return to the United States after earlier appearances in New York and Europe. The Vulcan will be shown alongside the DBX Concept and the 2016 DB9 GT, as Aston Martin aims to highlight both its racing pedigree and future direction at the California event.
Vulcan specifications and technology
The Vulcan is built around a carbon fibre monocoque and features a 7.0-litre naturally aspirated V12 engine delivering 800hp, paired with a six-speed sequential gearbox. The car’s chassis incorporates adjustable anti-roll bars, a bespoke suspension system with adjustable dampers, and a variable traction control system. Further attention to weight and rigidity comes from a magnesium torque tube and a carbon fibre propeller shaft. A limited slip differential is fitted as standard.
Aston Martin positions the Vulcan as a rival to other track-only hypercars such as the McLaren P1 GTR and Ferrari FXX K. The Vulcan’s power-to-weight ratio is claimed to exceed that of GTE-class cars competing in the FIA World Endurance Championship. Only 24 examples will be built, making it one of the rarest modern Aston Martins.
Pebble Beach and Aston Martin’s line-up
The 2015 Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance provides Aston Martin with a high-profile US stage for the Vulcan, following its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show earlier that year. The Vulcan will appear alongside the DBX Concept, which previews the company’s move towards SUVs, and the DB9 GT, the latest version of Aston’s grand tourer. The presence of all three models reflects the brand’s dual focus on track performance and new market segments.
- Vulcan: Track-only, 800hp, carbon monocoque, limited to 24 units.
- DBX Concept: Previews Aston Martin’s SUV ambitions.
- DB9 GT: Updated grand tourer for 2016.
The Vulcan’s Pebble Beach appearance follows a series of unveilings and demonstrations, including its world debut at Geneva and showings in New York and Europe. For Aston Martin, the event offers an opportunity to engage with US collectors and enthusiasts, as well as to reinforce its position in the hypercar market.
