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If there was ever a segment where introducing complete electrification is a serious challenge, the one that accommodates Bentley definitely deserves that title. And the reason behind this is simple: this kind of clientele isn't ready to make the compromises required by the current battery technology limitations.
Of course, the hardware will evolve, which is why Crewe has recently introduced the EXP 100 GT concept this summer. This portrays a Grand Tourer for the year 2035 and, of course, relies on electron juice to get around.
However, the British carmaker isn't the only one coming up with electric proposals on its centenary year. For instance, digital artist Joseph Robinson has envisioned a Bentley shooting brake for the decades to come.
As showcased in the Instagram post below, the pixel wielder has gone all the way rather than dropping a simple sketch and calling it a day.
This is a vehicle expected to rely on a platform with hub motors and, of course, a floor-mounted battery. As such, the artist talks about interchangeable body styles and a plethora of upper layouts that would suit the mood of the patron. And this is just one of the adaptive features that would allow the machine to cater to all sorts of transportation needs.
The heritage of the British marque has certainly been taken into account. For instance, if we zoom in on the nose of this proposal, we'll notice not just the traditional B headlights, but also a nod to the stenciled radiator numbering featured on the Blower Bentleys that grabbed everybody's attention back in the day at Le Mans.
Fortunately for us internal combustion lovers, we're still in an era when you can adorn your garage with a Bentley that feels like a classic car in a modern package. And if you're willing to go deeper down this route, perhaps this Mulsanne Speed review is suitable for such matters.
However, the British carmaker isn't the only one coming up with electric proposals on its centenary year. For instance, digital artist Joseph Robinson has envisioned a Bentley shooting brake for the decades to come.
As showcased in the Instagram post below, the pixel wielder has gone all the way rather than dropping a simple sketch and calling it a day.
This is a vehicle expected to rely on a platform with hub motors and, of course, a floor-mounted battery. As such, the artist talks about interchangeable body styles and a plethora of upper layouts that would suit the mood of the patron. And this is just one of the adaptive features that would allow the machine to cater to all sorts of transportation needs.
The heritage of the British marque has certainly been taken into account. For instance, if we zoom in on the nose of this proposal, we'll notice not just the traditional B headlights, but also a nod to the stenciled radiator numbering featured on the Blower Bentleys that grabbed everybody's attention back in the day at Le Mans.
Fortunately for us internal combustion lovers, we're still in an era when you can adorn your garage with a Bentley that feels like a classic car in a modern package. And if you're willing to go deeper down this route, perhaps this Mulsanne Speed review is suitable for such matters.
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