Rolls-Royce 102EX Electric Phantom Powered by UQM PowerPhase Propulsion Systems
Mar 4, 2011
LONGMONT, Colo.--UQM Technologies, Inc. (NYSE Amex: UQM) electric drive system will power the Rolls-Royce 102EX, Electric-powered Phantom which was introduced at the Geneva Motor Show on March 1, 2011. âOur systems are used in a variety of vehicles from a motorcycle up to a transit bus, and now in an ultra-luxury ... Continue reading
HaloIPT to Wirelessly Charge Super Luxury Car
Mar 1, 2011
LONDON, March 2, 2011 -- HaloIPT will supply its revolutionary induction charging technology for 102EX, the Phantom Experimental Electric vehicle revealed yesterday at the Geneva Motor Show. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has developed the test vehicle to explore alternatives to traditional internal combustion for the first ti ... Continue reading
2011 Geneva Motor Show: Rolls-Royce Phantom 102EX Experimental Electric Car - VIDEO ENHANCED
Mar 1, 2011
GENEVA - March 1, 2011: "Today, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars begins an exploration into alternative drive-trains, seeking clarity on which technology may be suitable to drive Rolls-Royce motor cars of the future. The alternative drive-train we choose must deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience. It must be a technology t ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Confirms Electric Test Vehicle Project
Feb 21, 2011
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today confirmed the development of 102EX, a one-off, fully electric powered Phantom, to debut at the Geneva Motor Show on 1 March 2011. The car will tour during 2011, serving as a test bed to gather a bank of research data which will be crucial in informing future decisions on alternative drive-t ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Confirms Electric Test Vehicle Project
Feb 19, 2011
PR Newswire GOODWOOD, United Kingdom, Feb. 19, 2011 GOODWOOD, United Kingdom, Feb. 19, 2011 -- Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today confirmed the development of 102EX, a one-off, fully electric powered Phantom, to debut at the Geneva Motor Show on March 1, 2011. The car will tour during 2011, serving as a test bed to gather a ... Continue reading
Rolls-Royce: London Hosts Spirit Of Ecstasy Centenary Drive
Feb 8, 2011
One hundred Rolls-Royce motor cars took to the streets of London on 6 February 2011 to celebrate a very special anniversary. The date marked the centenary of the world's most famous hood mascot, the Spirit of Ecstasy, which was first fitted to Rolls-Royce models in 1911. ... Continue reading
London Hosts Rolls-Royce Spirit of Ecstasy Centenary Drive - VIDEO FEATURE
Feb 8, 2011
LONDON - February 8, 2011: One hundred Rolls-Royce motor cars took to the streets of London on 6 February 2011 to celebrate a very special anniversary. The date marked the centenary of the worldâs most famous hood mascot, the Spirit of Ecstasy, which was first fitted to Rolls-Royce models in 1911. âThe Spirit ... Continue reading
Jan 18, 2011
Lexus sold more luxury cars in the U.S. in 2010 than any other brand, maintaining its place at the top of the luxury market for an eighth consecutive year, according to sales data compiled by Edmunds.com. But European competitors BMW and Mercedes closed the gap by enough last year that both are poised to make a run at ... Continue reading
Looking For A Luxury Car ? Compare: Specs, Prices and Availability
Dec 27, 2010
Washington DC December 27, 2010; "Luxury-car sales will likely get the biggest bump for the car business this week, thanks to stock market indicators that hit two-year highs last week." -- Paul Taylor, NADA chief economist, USA Today, Dec. ... Continue reading
BMW Group U.S. Reports November 2010 Sales
Dec 1, 2010
PR Newswire WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Dec. 1, 2010 WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Dec. 1, 2010 -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported November sales of 22,883 vehicles, an increase of 27.1 percent from the 18,002 vehicles sold in November 2009. Year-to-date, the BMW Group has sold 238,157 vehicles, up 9.3 per ... Continue reading
BMW Group U.S. Reports October 2010 Sales
Nov 2, 2010
PR Newswire WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 2, 2010 WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., Nov. 2, 2010 -- The BMW Group in the U.S. (BMW and MINI combined) reported October sales of 23,222 vehicles, an increase of 12.6 percent from the 20,619 vehicles sold in October 2009. Year-to-date, the BMW Group also reported a sales volume of 215,274 ... Continue reading
No Reserve On Rolls-Royce 'Spirit' At Motorclassica
Oct 19, 2010
The 'Spirit' of Rolls-Royce could end up in a motoring enthusiasts'home or garage for as little as $700 at Sunday's Shannons Collector' Auction at Motorclassica. ... Continue reading
Bespoke Commissioned Rolls-Royce Models Take to the Stage in Paris
Oct 1, 2010
Following its preview of the Phantom Extended Wheelbase last week, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today reveals further images and specifications for its Bespoke car collection presented at the Paris Motor Show this week. The line-up demonstrates the level of personalisation that can be achieved thanks to the skill of designer ... Continue reading
Voluntary Recall of Certain V8 and V12-powered BMW and Rolls-Royce Models.
Sep 30, 2010
Woodcliff Lake, NJ â September 30, 2010... BMW of North America is submitting a letter to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) this week announcing a voluntary recall of approximately 198,000 V8 and V12-powered BMW 5 Series, 6 Series, 7 Series, and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars models produce ... Continue reading
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