Car Magazine reports that Mercedes-Benz and Aston Martin are considering a collaboration that would see the two famous brands sharing engines, hybrids, transmissions and platforms.

Known internally as Project Alligator, the move would possibly see Mercedes engines under the hood of future Aston Martins, for example, an AMG 6.2L V8 in a Vantage or an eight-speed Mercedes auto transmission in future Astons.

Future Aston Martins may even feature hybrid and diesel models using technology from Mercedes. There’s also talk of Aston Martin and Maybach working together on future models to revive the fortunes of Mercedes’ ultra-luxury brand.

via Car Magazine