As planned obsolescence isn’t a part of Bentley’s vocabulary, new models don’t come around very often. As such, when a new one is on the way it’s a pretty big deal (unless you’re the EXP 9 F, that is…). Most of the discussion around new Bentley models has centered around the possibility of an SUV. [...]
With the month of December gone, some motorsport fans may be going through withdrawal in North America. Some of us are counting down the days for the Rolex 24 at Daytona (set for January 26th) while other hardcore supporters of NASCAR and INDYCAR are stuck waiting a little bit longer for action 2013 racing action [...]
The North American International Auto Show is still over two weeks away, and to avoid getting lost in the shuffle some manufacturers are releasing their wares early. One of those is Bentley with the new Continental GT Speed convertible. Looking for the fastest four seat convertible in the world? Look no further, but be prepared [...]
Purists rejoice – maybe? The European countries are seeing widespread financial issues and it is impacting automakers across the continent – even Volkswagen. So far the company has done very well in a difficult market, but sales are beginning to slow and the company is looking to cut output. Given that financing is becoming a [...]
When you’re well-heeled enough to afford a top-line Bentley, practicality isn’t usually a big factor in the equation. That’s why coupes and convertibles serve as important profit and volume boosters. They’re a pretty certain green light to get approved somewhere along the line. Timing them at the right points in the model cycle helps to [...]
Speed, I am speed. You’re looking at the fastest Bentley production car ever. This big coupe is capable of hitting a top speed of 205 mph. The Continental GT is scheduled for a launch at the Goodwood Festival Speed in England next month. It follows a recent pattern of manufacturers using automotive festivals and classic [...]
Build an SUV, watch sales and profits go through the roof. Sounds like a really basic plan, doesn’t it? But according to the luxury brands at the Volkswagen Group, that seems to be just the formula for sales success. Porsche horrified purists with the Cayenne, but it has become the brand’s best-selling model. Now two [...]
For Bentley, sales expansion plans dictated a need for a third model line. Currently, the brand has two main model lines: Continental and Mulsanne. Continental encompasses the GT coupe, GTC convertible and Flying Spur sedan. Those three Continental variants make up the majority of Bentley sales, and have been responsible for powering growth since the [...]
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