Aston Martin likely to shun Mercedes' platform for DBX crossover

Aston Martin CEO Andy Palmer, shown in the forefront, wants the DBX to be a low-slung crossover. Pictured is the DBX concept.

May 15, 2015 05:00 AM

LONDON -- Aston Martin may modify its new sports car platform for its DBX crossover rather than use SUV underpinnings from industrial partner Daimler, CEO Andy Palmer said.

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