At Aston Martin, Facing Down Demons and Building for the Future

The 106-year-old automaker is working hard to beat a few imposing obstacles, from a limp IPO to historically low production volume.

Photographer: Max Earey

Aston Martin officially debuted the electric Rapide E last month at the Shanghai Auto Show—nearly four years after its initial announcement about the car.

Based on the V12-powered Rapide, the sedan will arrive in one small batch, with a scant 155 “special edition” cars produced. But contrary to widespread speculation, it won’t star in the upcoming 25th installment of the James Bond franchise.