Doc1647545523 Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 I have to admit it, I was puzzled when I read that phrase. What does it conjure up in your mind? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc1647545523 Posted March 10, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) It must be something we absolutely need and want, since it's being introduced on the new Rolls-Royce Wraith. http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115737-highRes_jpg_677x1000_q100_zps3390a8f6.jpg I want to punch this guy, but he tries to explain the advantage of driving the Nurburgring in a Roller: Essentially, a computer looks at the upcoming terrain via GPS, then looks at speed and other engine parameters, compares your current and long-term driving style, and figures out what gear to switch the 8 speed ZF transmission to as you enter the terrain. The Wraith’s V-12 makes 624 hp getting it to 60 miles per hour in just 4.4 seconds. 590 pound-feet of torque is said to all be available from just 1500 rpm. From certain angles, it looks a lot more like a Bentley Continental SC than a Rolls. http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115739-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zps21ecbf33.jpg It's a departure for Rolls, emphasizing driving the car rather than riding in it. However, it's not exactly a stripped-down interior. Premium leather and wood, http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115728-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zpse55da204.jpg although the wood is something different for Rolls as well. Rather than the traditional polished veneers, they've used Canadel Panelling with an open pore wood finish, which allows you to feel the grain of the wood http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115730-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zpsaee457b9.jpg Even the rear seats (which you need to crawl into with the front seatbacks tilted forward) look pretty luxurious http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115732-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zps38b63af0.jpg Many of the Phantom's upmarket features are included, such as the "Starlight Headliner, a Bespoke feature available beyond Phantom family cars for the first time. 1,340 fibre optic lamps are hand-woven into the roof lining to give the impression of a glittering, starry night sky." http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115735-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zpscb0b36fa.jpg and of course, coach doors (suicide doors to us commoners) http://i355.photobucket.com/albums/r445/martyr65/P90115734-highRes_jpg_900x900_q100_zpsb087ae49.jpg I think their promo video is a complete fail. I guess the Wraith is for waxy men who aren't attracted to rich, beautiful women. Or maybe for vampires, I wasn't sure. Link to the Winding Road review, press release, photo gallery and multiple videos: http://www.windingroad.com/articles/reviews/review-rolls-royce-wraith/ Enjoy! Edited March 11, 2013 by Doc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 I bet I could guess correctly, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 I'm pretty sure I know what you're referring to. For the application I'm thinking of, sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 Do we need them? No. Does your Bentley? Yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2highpsi Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I couldn't resist, had to google. Interesting..... People have a lot more faith in software than I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mallard Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I couldn't resist, had to google. Interesting..... People have a lot more faith in software than I do. It's actually been talked about for quite some time, and it's probably not far off before more mainstream vehicles have GPS integrated into more and more features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2highpsi Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 It's a departure for Rolls, emphasizing driving the car rather than riding in it. ! This is what struck me also. Seemed strange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 A 2 door rolls... Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I've had gps tell me to drive straight into somebody's lawn and through their house before. Bentley, which gear would be preferable for doing that? Also, that starry night ceiling is tacky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10phone2 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I've had gps tell me to drive straight into somebody's lawn and through their house before. Bentley, which gear would be preferable for doing that? Also, that starry night ceiling is tacky. If I want a starry night then I would buy a convertible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc1647545523 Posted March 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I've had gps tell me to drive straight into somebody's lawn and through their house before. Bentley, which gear would be preferable for doing that? Also, that starry night ceiling is tacky. Keep in mind, this is a Rolls-Royce. Bentley and Rolls are different cars built in different places with different corporate owners. Bentley is owned by VW and is build in Crewe. Rolls is owned by BMW and is built in Goodwood. It wouldn't surprise me if Bentley, BMW, Mercedes and other high lines adopt the technology in the next few years, as Mallard said above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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