Rolls-Royce Motor Cars today revealed the first design sketches of its next model. Known as the ‘RR4’, the car is due to be launched in 2010 and will sit alongside the Phantom model line-up. The RR4 will be smaller than the Phantom and powered by a new engine, unique to Rolls-Royce and not shared with BMW.
The design was signed off in 2007 and engineering development is now fully underway. The Goodwood manufacturing facilities are being completely reconfigured to accommodate the RR4, with extended paint, wood and leather shops as well as a second assembly line. The company will move to a two-shift system next year as it gears up for full production of the new model.
Chief designer Ian Cameron said, “The RR4 has a more informal presence than the Phantom models with a greater emphasis on driving. It is a true and uncompromising Rolls-Royce in every sense.â€
Further design and engineering details will be announced during the course of 2009.
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