Aston Martin is a British luxury car brand founded in 1913. It is best known for its high-performance sports cars and grand tourers. The company has been owned by several different companies over the years, including Ford Motor Company from 1994 to 2007. Aston Martin is currently owned by a consortium of investors led by Lawrence Stroll. The brand is renowned for its iconic models such as the DB5, Vantage, and Vanquish.