In a celebration of unparalleled craftsmanship and historical reverence, Bentley Motors proudly announces the debut of the Bentley Speed Six Continuation Series, a testament to the brand’s illustrious legacy and commitment to automotive artistry.
Following the triumphant completion of twelve exquisite Bentley 4½ Litre Supercharged ‘Blower’ Continuation models—the world’s first pre-war continuation series—this latest endeavor promises to enchant connoisseurs and enthusiasts alike.
A Journey Through Time and Innovation
The Speed Six Continuation Series draws inspiration from two iconic originals: Bentley’s own Speed Six, GU409, and the legendary ‘Old Number 3’, which graced the challenging circuits of the 1930 Le Mans 24 Hour race, piloted by racing luminaries Sammy Davis and Clive Dunfee. The generosity of its current custodian allowed the Mulliner team to meticulously gather invaluable insights into dimensions, materials, and components, ensuring that each new creation resonates with authenticity and precision.
Introduced in 1928 as a more spirited iteration of the Bentley 6½ Litre, the Speed Six was engineered to unleash exhilarating power through twin SU carburettors, an elevated compression ratio, and a high-performance camshaft. A contemporary road test in The Morning Post heralded it as “one of the most remarkable engineering achievements of the century,” praising its harmonious balance of speed, silence, and flexibility—a sentiment that echoes through time.
With only 182 Speed Six models crafted between 1928 and 1930, this distinguished lineage is further immortalized by its triumphs at Le Mans in both 1929 and 1930, solidifying its revered status in Bentley’s storied racing heritage.
Introducing the Continental GTC Speed: A Masterpiece of Performance and Elegance
In tandem with this historic unveiling, Bentley Motors is thrilled to present the fourth generation Continental GTC Speed, now adorned in a striking Jetstream hue. This model continues a 21-year tradition within the Continental GT family, redefining the quintessential fusion of supercar performance with handcrafted luxury that seamlessly integrates into everyday life.
At the heart of this new Continental GTC Speed lies an innovative Ultra Performance Hybrid powertrain, artfully merging a robust 4.0-litre V8 engine—delivering an impressive 600 PS (584 bhp)—with a dynamic 190 PS (187 bhp) electric motor. The result is nothing short of breathtaking for an open-air Grand Tourer, offering an exhilarating driving experience that transcends expectations.
The convertible marvel features Bentley’s signature seven-bow fabric roof system, available in an exquisite palette of seven exterior colors—including luxurious tweed—capable of deploying in just 19 seconds at speeds up to 48 km/h. Enhanced by a revolutionary 400-volt electrical architecture, this model showcases the most advanced suite of powertrain technology available in luxury automotive today, achieving remarkably low emissions of 29 g/km CO2 alongside an electric range of 80 km on the WLTP drive cycle.
As Bentley Motors continues to push boundaries while honoring its rich heritage, these remarkable vehicles invite discerning individuals to partake in an exclusive journey—one where history meets modernity, performance dances with luxury, and every drive becomes an indelible memory etched in time.
Bentley Motors and JCT600 have officially launched a new showroom facility in Leeds.
The exclusive opening night welcomed customers and special guests to experience Bentley Leeds for the first time.
Among the highlights were the Continental GT Speed and GTC Speed, showcased alongside the Flying Spur Speed, representing Bentley’s Ultra Performance Hybrid range.
Designed as a premier retail environment, the showroom embodies the essence of Bentley.
It features a remarkable blend of craftsmanship, innovative design, and sustainability.
The space is both luxurious and intimate, with large dual-aspect windows that flood the interior with natural light.
A dedicated Bentley Commissioning Area offers customers a private sanctuary to explore high-definition screens, paint samples, and leather swatches.
Richard Leopold, Bentley Motors’ Regional Director, emphasized Leeds’ status as an emerging city, reinforcing their commitment to the region.
John Tordoff, executive chairman of JCT600, expressed pride in representing such an iconic British brand.
The launch evening showcased Bentley’s full product range, including the Bentayga S Black Edition and bespoke Mulliner Batur.
This opening marks a significant milestone for luxury vehicle retail in Yorkshire.
Rolls-Royce has unveiled its latest offering, the Ghost Series II, a model that redefines the boundaries of luxury and performance.
This new iteration is heralded as the most technologically advanced and driver-focused V12 vehicle in the brand’s illustrious history.
Equipped with a robust twin-turbocharged engine, the Ghost Series II promises an exhilarating driving experience that captures the essence of modern luxury.
Innovative features such as Planar Suspension, Flagbearer, and Satellite Aided Transmission enhance both performance and comfort, creating a dynamic yet serene ride.
The introduction of SPIRIT, an advanced digital interface, along with the exclusive Whispers app, reflects Rolls-Royce’s commitment to integrating technology into the luxury experience.
Chris Brownridge, Chief Executive of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, emphasized that this model remains true to the brand’s core principles while embracing a powerful engine and bespoke options.
Juliane Blasi, Head of Exterior Design, highlighted how the design serves as a canvas for clients to express their individuality through bespoke commissions.
The Ghost Series II showcases meaningful exterior refinements that enhance its monolithic presence, including updated headlight graphics and chrome accents.
A new color option, Mustique Blue, draws inspiration from the Caribbean island, symbolizing luxury and heritage.
Inside, the vehicle celebrates craftsmanship with a blend of traditional and modern elements.
The Central Information Display now allows for personalized digital instrument dials that complement the car’s interior aesthetics.
Entertainment features have been significantly upgraded, enabling rear-seat passengers to stream content on multiple devices seamlessly.
The 18-speaker audio system has been enhanced with a powerful 1400-watt amplifier for an unparalleled auditory experience.
Craftsmanship extends to new materials like Grey Stained Ash and Duality Twill, representing Rolls-Royce’s dedication to innovation and luxury.
The Ghost Series II also incorporates advanced engineering features such as all-wheel steering and sophisticated suspension systems.
These elements work together to deliver an effortless ride characterized by unmatched serenity and agility.
For those seeking additional luxury, the Ghost Extended Series II offers more rear seating space without sacrificing performance.
This model can be equipped with reclining Serenity Seating for an experience reminiscent of a private jet cabin.
As demand for bespoke options continues to rise, Rolls-Royce is expanding its global network of Private Offices to enhance client interactions with designers and specialists.
The Ghost Series II not only encapsulates the essence of Rolls-Royce’s Goodwood era but also sets a new benchmark in super-luxury automobiles.
With its combination of power and infinite bespoke potential, it reaffirms Rolls-Royce’s dominance in the luxury automotive market.
The launch of the Bentayga Extended Wheelbase Mulliner defines a new pinnacle for the Bentayga family and indeed the Bentley model range, adding a new level of modern craftsmanship to the already potent combination of supercar performance, go-anywhere ability, driving dynamics and limousine rear cabin of the Bentayga EWB.
The flagship Bentayga EWB Mulliner offers more cabin space than any comparable luxury competitor and its bespoke enhancements make every journey an occasion to be savoured, equally as special from the driver’s seat or the expansive rear cabin, providing the world’s most luxurious SUV so far.
Unique design features inside and out make a striking statement, each one curated with painstaking care by the Mulliner team.
The rear compartment, available in 4+1 and 4-seat configurations, features the Bentley Airline Seat specification – the most advanced automotive seating system in the world – as standard, to cosset occupants in unrivalled comfort.
The Mulliner Harmony Diamond Quilt to the seats and doors demonstrates the craftsmanship that elevates the interior to a truly pinnacle position.
Using Bentley’s extremely potent 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft (770 Nm) 4.0-litre V8 engine, the Bentayga EWB Mulliner combines limousine comfort with exceptional performance for a car in this class – a 180 mph (290 km/h) top speed and 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds (100 km/h in 4.6 seconds).
A chassis that includes Bentley Dynamic Ride (48V active anti-roll control), rear wheel steering and three-chamber air springs gives the Bentayga EWB Mulliner all of the dynamic ability of the standard wheelbase Bentayga, making the EWB Mulliner an accomplished driver’s car as well as a luxurious SUV limousine.
The lines of the Bentayga EWB convey style and presence, and Mulliner’s unique design features complement them perfectly. Exterior details include exclusive Mulliner 22-inch wheels in polished or grey painted and polished finishes, with self-levelling wheel caps that remain upright as the wheels rotate.
Mulliner’s distinctive “Double Diamond” front grille and chrome front lower grille are complemented by Mulliner wing vents, with two-tone mirror caps in Satin Silver and body colour.
Customers can order the car from launch with Mulliner Blackline Specification, which applies a gloss back treatment to all exterior chromework and mirror caps, but excluding the Bentley badges. A gloss black 22” Mulliner wheel completes the darker look.
When opening the doors, a welcome illumination is projected on to the ground, one of many subtle details that go beyond the everyday into a higher level of luxury.
Mulliner illuminated three-dimensional treadplates and deep-pile Mulliner overmats welcome passengers into the cabin, which is offered in a choice of eight three-colour combinations curated by the Mulliner Design team.
The tri-tone split of main hide, secondary hide and accent colour hide are a Mulliner design signature and only available for Bentley’s pinnacle models.
Each combination has its own title, from the fiery combination of Hotspur, Beluga and Linen that comprise ‘Flare’ to the deep blues and black of ‘Storm’ – the latter with an accent colour of White like a flash of lightning across a night sky.
Customers can also specify their own Mulliner Bespoke Interior, using any three colours, producing nearly 4,000 tri-tone interior colour combinations.
Complementing the curated colours, Grand Black veneer trim showcases the mirror-finish polished surface achieved by Bentley’s wood shop, with overlays of silver Mulliner lettering and the Bentayga silhouette to the passenger fascia, the Bentley ‘B’ on door waistrails and Mulliner chrome patterning on the rear picnic trays.
A three dimensional diamond milled finish to the centre console provides another visual and tactile highlight.
On the seat uppers, Mulliner’s intricate Harmony Diamond Quilt patterning consists of alternate lines of the secondary hide and accent colour, with the Mulliner namestyle embroidered on each seat. For the doors, lines of main hide and accent colour are alternated.
As a further thoughtful touch, owners will receive a Mulliner presentation key box and key pouches matched to their Bentayga’s chosen three-colour combination.
Olive Tan leather is used extensively throughout the cabin. The distinctive feature of this leather lies in a sustainable tanning process that uses an organic by-product of the olive oil industry.
Derived from waste water extracted during the olive pressing procedure, the tanning agent remains free of harmful metals, minerals and aldehydes.
The technique requires less water than a conventional tanning process and also offers a higher concentration of renewable chemicals.
The resulting organic leather is incredibly soft and worthy of the world’s most sought-after luxury car brand.
Bentley Motors is the first automotive manufacturer to use this industry-leading Olive Mill Wastewater (OMW) technology from the leather manufacture Pasubio SpA.
Whether the owner chooses 4-seat or 4+1 seating, the Bentayga EWB Mulliner features Bentley’s Bentley Airline Seat specification.
This is the most advanced seat ever fitted to a car, with 22-ways of adjustment and world-firsts in a new auto climate sensing system and postural adjustment technology.
In Relax mode the seat can recline to nearly 40 degrees, whilst the passenger seat simultaneously motors forwards and a beautifully leather-trimmed footrest deploys from the back of the front passenger seat.
In Business Mode, the seat moves into its most upright position to make working on the move more comfortable.
The auto climate seat technology senses occupant temperature and surface humidity and then determines whether to apply heat, ventilation or both simultaneously to keep the occupant at optimum thermal wellbeing.
The Postural Adjustment function uses new thigh and shoulder pockets, plus additional lumbar massage pockets, to subtly yet continuously change the shape of the seat to ease pressure points around the body, preventing dead spots and fatigue build up.
The system goes beyond the 2D motions typical of adjustable seats, able to employ a three-dimensional twist to relieve pressure points.
Six independent pressure zones can provide 177 adjustments every three hours to ensure that seat comfort is never compromised, regardless of the length of the journey.
A further striking and elegant feature as standard for Bentayga EWB Mulliner is Bentley Diamond Illumination.
The illumination effect is achieved using LEDs (12 on each of the front doors, 22 on each of the rear doors) that emit light through small perforations in the leather trim on the door panels.
This is achieved by a combination of digital craftsmanship and precision technology.
Within each diamond, the flawless leather is perforated with holes of less than 1 mm diameter.
Each hole has been digitally positioned with precision by one of Bentley’s interior designers to achieve a cohesive overall design – the ‘digital-crafting’ process. The finished result is a beautiful, elegant and unique design.
The intensity and colour of the illumination through the trim can be controlled by the customer through the infotainment system and Touch Screen Remote.
The feature is linked with the mood lighting to ensure consistent colour and intensity of light throughout the car. This dramatic feature can transform the interior feel and look of the cabin, especially at night.
The Bentayga EWB Mulliner is powered by Bentley’s 4.0-litre, 32-valve dual twin-scroll turbocharged V8 petrol engine.
The design concept of the V8 engine has delivered a high level of power and torque, whilst still achieving lower emissions and the best possible efficiency.
Mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox and powering all four wheels, the V8 offers effortless performance, developing 542 bhp (550 PS) and 568 lb.ft (770 Nm) of torque, resulting in a top speed of 180 mph (290 km/h) and 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds (100 km/h in 4.6 seconds).
The new Bentayga has won critical acclaim for its dynamic abilities, with its performance on the road and its ride and handling universally praised. The Bentayga EWB Mulliner continues this ethos with the inclusion of Electroinc All Wheel Steering and Bentley Dynamic Ride as standard.
Secondary ride comfort is another key variable that affects onboard wellness – the smoother the ride, the more calming the journey. At typical road speeds and in the crucial frequency range of 5 Hz to 20 Hz, the Bentayga EWB has up 27 per cent lower secondary ride vibration than its competitors.
Electronic All Wheel Steering provides two highly desirable benefits and ensures no compromise between high-speed confidence and low speed convenience.
At faster speeds – above 37 mph (60 kph) – the system makes small adjustments to the direction of travel of the rear wheels, in tandem with the direct steering inputs from the driver to the front wheels.
This increases high-speed stability – making overtaking and lane changing more assured – and improves handling when driving through sweeping bends.
At low speeds, – below 37 mph (60 kph) – the All Wheel Steering has the effect of ‘shortening’ the wheelbase, reducing the turning circle, and increasing agility in tight urban environments making parking noticeably easier.
This is achieved by steering the rear wheels (upto +/- 4.8 degrees off centre) in the opposite direction to the front wheels. The system actually provides a turning circle which is smaller than that of the standard wheelbase Bentayga by 7 per cent.
