2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom EE electric
Rolls-Royce produces cars that represent the pinnacle in luxurious motoring for the world's most discerning customers. An investigation into alternative drive-train options is an important step in that process.
Throughout 2011 Phantom EE will serve as a working test bed, giving owners, VIPs, the media and enthusiasts the opportunity to experience an established alternative drive-train technology and to feed back their experiences, thoughts and concerns directly.
The bank of research gathered from a global drive program that will include Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America will be crucial to decisions affecting alternative drive-trains for Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
Phantom EE also poses more fundamental questions: Is an all-electric drive-train able to deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience for customers, an experience that truly befits the marque?
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. Rolls-Royce Motor Cars proudly presents 102EX, a car that represents one of the most significant initiatives taken by the company in recent years.
Rolls-Royce produces cars that represent the pinnacle in luxurious motoring for the world’s most discerning customers. Can Phantom EE deliver an acceptable range for customers without frequent re-charging? Phantom EE also poses more fundamental questions: Is an all-electric drive-train able to deliver an authentic Rolls-Royce experience for customers, an experience that truly befits the marque?
102EX – PHANTOM EXPERIMENTAL ELECTRIC (EE)
Reinvention is part of being timeless and Phantom EE is the latest in a line of experimental vehicles from Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Experimental models are used to test and evaluate new technologies and applications which could shape future Rolls-Royce products. DESIGN
– Ian Cameron, Chief Designer Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
As well as the launch of 102EX, 2011 marks another milestone in the history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. INTERIOR DETAILING
One of the most pleasing features of every Rolls-Royce Phantom interior is the power reserve dial located beside the speedometer. Phantom EE takes this concept a step further.
EXTERIOR RE-CHARGING POINT
To present Rolls-Royce owners with a vision of a potential solution to these problems, Phantom EE is testing a technology called induction charging. ELECTRIC CARS AND THE FOUNDING FATHERS OF ROLLS-ROYCE
In the 21st Century silence remains a key signature for Rolls-Royce cars. Other attributes of all-electric drive-trains also allude to famous Rolls-Royce characteristics.
