Aston Martin launches dealership in India

Marking its presence in India, Britain-based Aston Martin launched its first dealership in the country Friday, bringing the British marquee's luxury sports cars to this city.

"Our decision to bring the Aston Martin brand to India is driven by a strong level of interest and enthusiasm from potential customers in an emerging luxury market," said Aston Martin's chief commercial officer Michael van derSande.

Sports car enthusiasts will be able to view and test-drive selected models from the entire range of V8 Vantage Coupe, V8 Vantage Roadster, V12 Vantage, DB9 Coupe, DB9 Volante, DBS Coupe, DBS Volante and the four-door sports car Rapide.