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New Rolls-Royce harks back to the luxury bespoke era of the last century
Reveal of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom
Electrification, the death of the internal combustion engine, autonomous cars — these are the buzzwords in automotive circles. Then there is Rolls-Royce, which has just revealed luxury, technology, luxury and more luxury in the eighth generation of its famous Phantom. Don’t expect an electric motor, or any form of electrification for that matter — at least not yet. At its heart beats a 6.75l twin-turbo V12, but the engine, even with its 420kW and 900Nm, is not the real talking point. The Phantom is all about luxury, excess and success. It is about floating through town with the Spirit of Ecstasy ahead of you, like a butler keeping the riff-raff away. "It is a creation of great beauty and power, a dominant symbol of wealth and human achievement. It is an icon and an artwork that embraces the personal desires of each of our individual customers," says Rolls-Royce CEO, Torsten Muller-Otvos. The new Phantom will arrive in SA early in 2018 and will be built on a brand-new platform. Rolls...
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