New Porsche 911 Received Red Dot Design Award

The new Porsche 911 and the previous Porsche 911 look the different from many angles but, for many people they look exactly the same. I kind of agree with those people, new 911 looks exactly the same as before. 

Nothing really changed but it looks better, especially I like the new design of rear automatic rising spoiler.

When it is in stationary position, you never realise the spoiler, it looks seamless! Also, when it is raised, it is perfect matching with the exterior design. However many people may never realise this. Except some! 

Recently new Porsche 911 receives design award from Red Dot. 30-strong international jury of experts suggest that; new 911 has a “unique” design language that is sourced by the functional and emotional design factors. Moreover, new 911 combines the innovation and tradition, power and elegance.

Actually, I am really impressed with the Red Dot jury! For many people, new 911 looks the same! I really don’t like to say this and it is a bit harsh but this is the reality. Not only 911 looks the same; the new Bentley Continental, the new Audi A3 and many other new cars try not to scare their existing customers by offering something totally different. Reference to this incident; previous BMW 3 Series by Chris Bangle! It was a big shock for everyone.

Anyway, I still like the new 911 and I don’t mind whether it looks the same or not. In the end, that’s a Porsche 911.

Imperium Bentley Continental GTC Audentia (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Imperium Bentley Continental GTC Audentia (2012) | All Imperium new generation Bentley GTC Audentia aerodynamic body components are fully designed and tested. Standard components include a newly designed front bumper with lower grille and vents water; new side skirts visually lowering sport; newly designed rear bumper featuring subtle diffuser, new exhaust tips and boot lip spoiler. The New Bentley Continental GTC Imperium Audentia upgrade design has been carefully designed to respectfully complement the original concept and create a Bespoke individuality for the beautiful classic new generation Bentley Continental GT convertible.

Off plan expertly handcrafted in the United Kingdom and worldwide production limited in this beautiful and rare limited edition upgrade package creates a subtly unique and overall more aggressive road presence.  Full Bespoke hand crafted vehicle interiors are available at the customer's request. Additional options include interior individually built ergonomically designed sports steering wheels in the customer's choice of carbon fiber, refined wood or piano black finished in ultra suede or leather hand grips.

Other options include illuminated door sills, aluminum foot pedals, floor mats and Bespoke interior ambience LED lighting systems. A series of exciting options Bespoke performance enhancements are available at the customer's vehicle Their request to complete transformation. To refine vehicle handling and visual road presence our technical department can offer a series of optimally adjusted sport suspension systems.

Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Bentley Mulsanne Diamond Jubilee (2012) | Two beautiful, highly-polished stainless steel tread plate plaques featuring the famous 'Bentley Mulliner, England' script and 'Diamond Jubilee Edition' have also been commissioned for these models Mulsanne. Mulliner Came to prominence when the family was commissioned to build Carriages for the Royal Mail in 1760. By the late 19th Century Mulliner was hand-crafting the coachwork for the new "horseless carriage" - the first cars. Mulliner's association with Bentley harks back to the very beginning of the marque's story when WO Bentley Mulliner commissioned to build the bodywork for the famous exp1.

Now known as Bentley Mulliner and a Wholly-owned division of Bentley Motors, the Mulliner team offers a specialist personal commissioning department for customers and limited edition Bentley cars. True to the tradition Mulliner, the Diamond Jubilee Edition cars feature a spectrum of paint colors and hide That sets them apart from other uses Bentleys and the which stylishly Various combinations and shades of red, white and blue (the colors of the Union Flag) to underscore the British connection.

The respect and genuine interest shown towards so many aspects of British life, and most especially the Royal Family, has made China a unique experience for our marque as well as many other UK businesses, comments Richard Charlesworth, Director of Royal and VIP Relations , Bentley Motors. China is now the largest market for Bentley Motors. The Bentley Mulsanne Captures the essence of the Bentley marque. It is elegant yet Distinctly sporting in character, delivering aspects effortless performance, while within its sumptuous cabin, advanced technology sits discreetly with handcrafted luxury.

Bentley Supersports (2012)

CAR GARAGE | Bentley Supersports (2012) | For the new Bentley Supersports Convertible Ice Speed Record, customers will have the choice of three exterior colosr: Beluga, Quartzite and Arctica White, all contrasting with a Dark Grey Metallic soft top. A few days ago Bentley managed to smash the world speed record on ice. The Bentley Supersports Ice Speed Record Convertible Revealed will be tomorrow at the Geneva Motor Show. This special edition will be distinguished by muscular styling cues and 20 "inch, 10-spoke wheels with a Supersports dark tint finish. The Continental Supersports 'Ice Speed Record' is a true driver's car That Captures That unique Bentley spirit.

The exterior of the Supersports models will be hot, but the biggest distinctions will be Offered on the interior. The Ice Speed Record Convertible will feature a unique red wave on the high-gloss carbon fiber dashboard, center console, and roof panel. The same themes Continues with Pillar Box red piping on the seats and doors, and Pillar Box Red contrast stitching on the seats, door casings, steering wheel, and gearshift paddles.

The engine is mated to a Quickshift six-speed automatic transmission and this combination rockets the convertible 'Ice Speed Record' model from 0-60mph in 3.8 seconds and to 100 mph in just 9.5 seconds. Compared to a standard Supersports Convertible, the Ice Speed Record edition delivers an extra 10 HP thanks to new free-breathing air intake ducts, intercooler system, and exhaust system. The special edition also receives large diameter (420 mm front, 356 mm rear) carbon ceramic brake discs, with eight-piston calipers at the front and 275/35ZR20 Pirelli ultra-high performance tires.

The Continental Supersports Convertible takes on models like the Ferrari California, the BMW M6 Convertible, and the upcoming Italian Ferrari 458 Spyder. The Ferrari California is powered by a V8 engine delivers a total of That 460 HP and can hit a top speed of 192 MPH.

2013 Bentley Continental GTC V8

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Bentley Continental GTC V8 | The Bentley Mulsanne's 6.75 liter V8, though similar in format to the original Bentley V8 of 1959, features variable displacement as part of its technologically-advanced specification.The red winged 'B' and gloss black grille That Provide a strong indicator of a different Bentley power plant nestles in the engine bay of the Bentley Continental GT convertible V8 and its stablemate. The new 4.0 liter Bentley engine comes to life with an unmistakable V8 burble: deep, sporty and ready for action. To Achieve the 40 per cent efficiency improvement targeted by Bentley's Board of Directors back in 2008, Bentley's engineering team left no detail unexamined. Variable displacement - deactivating cylinders when cruising at a gentle speed or light throttle - was already an area of expertise Bentley.

As soon as the driver presses the throttle harder the engine instantly switches back to full eight-cylinder operation. Between managing the transition seamlessly modes and maintaining optimum efficiency throughout the V8's operating range is a highly advanced engine management system (EMS). The EMS also controls the thermal management system ensures a faster That warm up for the engine and transmission, as well as the switchable oil control system, each of the which has a contribution to make to the new model's overall 40 per cent efficiency gain. New thermal management features Ensure That the V8 Reaches its most efficient temperature working as swiftly as possible, minimizing losses via the unwanted extra drag of cold lubricants and bearings.

It then diverts the warm coolant to the transmission, heating it rapidly thereby reducing energy losses. In the quest for efficiency, Bentley engineers Considered the design of every component to minimize energy losses without compromising power or durability Bentley's engineers have also designed the electrical system to work in a more efficient way, reducing the amount of power sapped by the alternator. Even the specification of the tires had an additional 1 per cent efficiency gain to Contribute, naturally without compromising the Bentley's limpet-like grip and responsive handling characteristics. As a result of these incremental gains through the use of advanced engineering technology, the new Bentley Continental GT V8 does indeed offer a 40% improvement, compared to the W12-engined Continental GT of 2008, the date when the commitment was made.

Thunderous Bentley the performance characteristics are maintained. Bentley's engineers accepted no compromises in their pursuit of efficiency - and as a result, the owners of the new Bentley Continental V8 models need the make no compromises in their enjoyment of its performance. The new Bentley Continental V8 models have all the sculpted, muscular elegance of W12 Their stablemates, with Their distinctive wide rear track, super-formed aluminum wings, powerful haunches and low, poised stance. But a number of key differences distinguish these branches of the Continental family.

The radiator grille of the V8 models features gloss black mesh, bordered by a fine chrome surround, in place of the W12 Continental GT's bright work. Each Bentley 'B' emblem featured on the wheel center caps is also finished in red. The cockpit of the two Continental V8 models has a correspondingly sporty ambiance, featuring a new veneer, Dark Fiddle back Eucalyptus, for the fascia and trim. Both the coupe and convertible feature a technical finish Elide cloth headlining, rather than the leather That is standard in their W12-engined counterparts. Other optional packages include the Driving Specification, Milliner Specification Styling, Convenience and Touring Specification Specification.

2013 Bentley Continental GT V8

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Bentley Continental GT V8 | The arrival of the new V8 models fulfils Continental Bentley's environmental commitment to Produce a new power train delivers a That 40 per cent improvement in fuel efficiency and CO2 emissions. he new 4.0 liter, twin turbocharged V8 Bentley Continental GT coupe and GTC convertible V8 Achieve standards for exceptional power-to-emissions in the high luxury sports car sector. 

The new b engine will be available in two models: the Continental GT Continental GTC and the. Their expressing potent, muscular character, these models are distinguished by a gloss black matrix grille with chrome frame and center bar, a red enamel Bentley 'B' badge, and a three-segment matrix black lower front bumper Divided by distinctive body-colored streaks .

The two new models will be Offered Continental Beneath the flagship 6.0-liter 0.12 cylinder engined Continental GT and GTC, the which continue to excite customers with a combination of silken refinement and the ultimate power of the twin-turbocharged W12 engine Continental that, in its most potent form, an Astonishing delivers 631bhp (640PS).

Both new models feature a state-of-the-art, all-wheel drive system employing an advanced Torses differential and a 40:60 rear biased power split. Since the launch of the original GT in 2003, the W12-engined Continental range has gone from strength to strength with over 50.000 worldwide sales, making Bentley's factory in Cr-ewe, England, the largest producer of 12 cylinder engines in the world.

Commenting on the launch of the new Bentley Continental GT V8 models, Wolfgang Dürheimer, Chairman and Chief Executive, Bentley Motors said: "With the new 4.0 liter V8 engine we are widening the appeal of the latest generation of Continentals, introducing a completely new driving experiences. The new engine will have all the exhilarating power, drama and performance you would expect from a V8 engine sporting the famous Bentley wings, effortlessly delivered with our characteristic 'wave of torque'.

2013 Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner

CAR GARAGE | 2013 Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner | The new Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification blends a range of striking design features unique Including 21-inch alloy wheels, Bentley Flying 'B' wing vents and Diamond Quilted leather trimmed cabin with driver-selectable, sports-tuned suspension and steering, underscoring the performance credentials of Bentley's 6.75 liter V8 ultra-luxury sports saloon. At the same time, Bentley also announces the introduction of two new options for the Mulsanne range: a large-opening tilt, tinted glass sunroof and an exquisitely designed, electrically operated bottle cooler complete with hand-blown and hand-cut lead crystal champagne Flutes . The Mulsanne's beautifully balanced proportions Convey a unique sense of Dynamism and movement.

The Mulliner Driving Specification For, new 21-inch, light aluminum alloy wheels with race derived, titanium fasteners, bright-finished rims and 265/40 ZR21 tires, underscore the Mulsanne's potent yet elegant stance while Providing even more dynamic handling. Available in both painted and polished finishes, the 2-piece wheels are exclusive to the Bentley Mulsanne Mulliner Driving Specification and are also compatible with Bentley's optional self-leveling wheel badges. The Bentley Mulliner Driving Specification Mulsanne also has a unique design language the which underscores its sporting character, setting it apart from other Bentleys.

For the new sportier Mulsanne, the Drive Dynamics Control system, the which allows suspension and steering systems to be tuned to a preferred driving style, now has a unique 'Sport' setting. Inside the Bentley Mulsanne's sumptuous cabin's styling team have created a Bespoke, driver-unfocussed look and feel for the Mulliner Driving Specification. A new and Bespoke hide perforation process, developed specifically for the Mulsanne Bentley Mulliner Driving Specification, Produces exact perforations in diamond shapes with non-perforated 'tramlines' In Between.

In Addition to the new Mulliner Driving Specification, Bentley is Announcing enhancements to the specification of the Mulsanne's optional feature specification. All Mulsanne modelsmay now be specified with an exquisitely detailed, Bentley-designed, luxury cabin bottle cooler and a rear storage area with space for two full-size Champagne bottles in a canted position, allowing opened bottles to be placed back in the cooler. laced in the bright chrome-design Bespoke That holders deploy from the center seat cushion.

Bentley EXP 9 F - Concept Luxury SUV

CAR GARAGE | Bentley EXP 9 F - Concept Luxury SUV | At the 2012 Geneva International Salon d'Auto, Bentley Offered an insight into their vision of the future with a concept SUV That will be an absolute all-round, everyday, anywhere luxury machine.

The daytime running lights envelope what is an innovative concept by Bentley That sees two high-power cooling fans or turbines That visibly blow water into the engine bay keeping it cool in all conditions.

The turbine themes Continues on to the 23-inch alloy wheels. The multiple spokes are Reminiscent of the shape of turbine fan blades while the centrally mounted wheel nut is a visual reference both to Bentley's Le Mans racers of the 1920s with center-lock spinner and, to the single nut found on the modern-day Speed 8's high-tech racing alloys.

The bold design language of EXP 9 F is complemented by twin exhaust tailpipes with 'rifled' inner surfaces, echoing Those Their elliptical shapes of the rear light clusters. The Bentley SUV's styling is purely a love it or hate it affair.  Combining luxury with utility, Bentley's concept is elegant on the inside.

 

Bentley SUV EXP 9F, Finally!!!

Finally, Bentley revealed the SUV EXP 9F (F stands for Falcon, it will be like a Falcon), which I was expecting for last half a decade. Since for very long time, I was expecting Bentley to make this move. An ultra-luxury SUV! Range Rover is the leader of the luxury SUV but in terms of luxury level, it is not at the same level of a Bentley. However, as there are no other alternatives Range Rover receives very high demand.

I think Bentley notice this niché market gap and decide to design an SUV under its brand. However, it is not that easy to conquer the Range Rover territory. The luxury must match with the existing models, it should have a state-of-art exterior and interior design, and it must be really powerful and fast.

According to photos released today, things did go well as except one thing, exterior design! Like many other people, I was really shocked with the design. It is an uplifted version of Mulsanne with a boot reminds me Range Rover Sport and Audi Q7! Actually, from some angles I find some similarities with Range Rover Sport. Honestly, I was expecting a better exterior. I don’t like to criticise design team but this car needs more revision before production. I can describe the design of EXP 9F as too conservative! The combination of sportiveness and tradition are not in the harmonic way as they achieved on Continental and Mulsanne.

This design will reduce the sales performance, of course no! The interior design is amazing, and it is a Bentley, and it is the first SUV offers 12-cylinder petrol engine. Many customers will not complain about the design that much, because they will buy the most power, ultra-luxury SUV on market. So, these notions are good enough to compensate the design disappointment. Still, I highly recommend Bentley to revise the design! I think many people think the same way.

About technical information. It will feature the both existing V8 4-lt twin-turbo and W12 6-lt twin-turbo petrol engines with 8-speed auto transmission. There are some rumours about a possible diesel engine from Audi but nothing official yet. The instrument panel is a combination of analogue and virtual. Driver can change the virtual TFT instrument panel in three modes that are selectable through driving modes; Comfort, Sport and Off-Road. Interior features a full glass panoramic roof, seating position 4+1. I really love the interior design, especially the centre console. It looks really amazing and I like the tailgate that can be opened totally. The rear tailgate is integrated to rear light, when it is opened the light goes down as well.

Unfortunately, there are no information about the off-road transfer box or any other information regarding to off-road performance.

Another interesting bit is the size of the wheels. They are 23-inch and 0,5-inch bigger than a truck’s wheel! The other interesting bit is the turbine look vents under the headlight. Also, we shouldn’t forget one thing, this is the Bentley’s first concept car. Their performance is fair enough!

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