Rolls-Royce 102EX – electric Phantom set for world tour

Rolls-Royce 102EX – electric Phantom set for world tour
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Rolls-Royce has confirmed the development of 102EX, a one-off, fully electric powered Phantom that will debut at Geneva. 102EX will serve as a working test bed for a global tour that includes Europe, Middle East, Asia and North America, where RR owners will be given the chance to experience it and give feedback.

“We have engineered the world’s first battery electric vehicle for the ultra-luxury segment. With this vehicle, we begin an exploration into alternative drive-trains, seeking clarity on which alternative technologies may be suitable to drive Rolls-Royce motor cars of the future,” said CEO Torsten Müller-Ötvös.

There are no plans yet to develop a production version though; as one of the company’s EX models it will serve to begin a dialogue with existing owners and stakeholders, which includes enthusiasts, members of the public and the media. The dialogue RR is seeking will be on the car’s ability to deliver an acceptable range between re-charges and to operate in extreme weather conditions.

Two more teaser images after the jump.

Rolls-Royce 102EX – electric Phantom set for world tour
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Rolls-Royce 102EX – electric Phantom set for world tour
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Danny Tan

Danny Tan loves driving as much as he loves a certain herbal meat soup, and sweet engine music as much as drum beats. He has been in the auto industry since 2006, previously filling the pages of two motoring magazines before joining this website. Enjoys detailing the experience more than the technical details.

 

Comments

  • Wow an electric toy Rolls Royce………for the ultra rich. hhhhhmmmmmmmm………….to all rich tree hugger…………and u can drive this toy RR.

    peace

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  • waste ur nmoney……………………….

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  • Which one the worst conjob for Arab sheikhs:
    a) Luxury ELECTRIC car but with giant RADIATOR?
    b) Pesona Saudi price at RM35K?
    c) Both!

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    • Lol,

      “Luxury ELECTRIC car but with giant RADIATOR?”

      It’s there to cool down your GIANT EGO when you finally scrape enough money to buy one of these ridiculous things.

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    • jonne on Feb 22, 2011 at 11:36 pm

      u have no money.. then go play with ur scale model.

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