The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2022 - Issue 31

A New Seat of Power From producing high-performance sports cars to heading the SUV segment in a short length of time with the world’s fastest and most powerful DBX707, Aston Martin shows Jada Brookes their new seat of power. bitecars DBX707 ic spring volume switches to improve body control. The electronic power steering system has been adjusted to improve steering feel, with greater effort build-up off cen- tre to help the driver have a clearer picture of increasing cornering loads and available grip. The DBX707’s driver-focused credentials have been im- proved with changes and enhancements to the Dynam- ic Drive modes. Race Start is available in GT Sport and Sport+ modes to maximise off-the-line acceleration and showcase enhanced performance. Revised active log- ic in the all-wheel-drive system transfer case achieves greater harmony and precise control between the drive- line and the ESP system for a more natural, sports car- like driving experience. Inside The Cabin  Aston Martin keeps the driver in control thanks to a re- vised lower console that contains new driver mode selec- tion switches. Instead of a sub-menu within the infotain- ment system, the driver has immediate fingertip control of key dynamic modes and settings. These include ded- icated buttons for suspension mode, ESP and manual gear selection mode which holds manual like a sports car, rather than defaulting back to auto. The active ex- haust switch opens the valves of the new quad tailpipe sports exhaust system without needing to be in Sport drive mode. Both the exterior and interior have been upgraded with an equally thorough design makeover to maintain an overtly sporting theme. Inside, the Sports seats have been fitted as standard with Comfort seats available as a no-cost option. All the seat options come with 16-way electric ad-