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Where did the "Aston" part of Aston Martin's name come from?

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Answer

The "Aston" in Aston Martin comes from Aston Hill, a location near Aston Clinton in Buckinghamshire, England. Lionel Martin had success racing cars at Aston Hill, and the name was incorporated into the company's name.
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