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Advances in carbon fiber and other weight-saving technologies are paramount. No hybrids or diesels are planned. The V-8 and V-12 engines will continue, but smaller engines may have to be used to improve the brand's environmental footprint.

Cygnet: For now, the rebadged Toyota iQ is sold only in Europe, Japan, Hong Kong and a few other urban markets. Don't expect a U.S. introduction.

Vantage: Horsepower increases are planned for the V-8 and V-12 versions. For 2013, the V-8's six-speed auto-manual transmission has been replaced with a new seven-speed. A Zagato-styled version of the V-12 Vantage coupe is arriving now. The V-12 Roadster is not slated for North America.

DB9: Expect some Vanquish, DBS and Virage tidbits to filter down to the DB9.

Virage: The coupe could gain the 510-hp engine from the outgoing DBS, adding 20 hp.

[REVolution]

Sounds good, but Astons aren't exactly light cars.