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Rolls-Royce Coach Doors: Why Rear-Hinged Doors Came Back
Why Rolls-Royce uses rear-hinged 'coach doors', why they were once called suicide doors, how modern ones are made safe, and which other cars used them.
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Rolls-Royce Coachbuild: Sweptail, Boat Tail and Droptail Explained
Rolls-Royce revived true coachbuilding with the one-off Sweptail, three Boat Tails and the Droptail series. What coachbuild means and why it matters.
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Rolls-Royce Cullinan: The Story of Rolls-Royce's First SUV
Named after the largest diamond ever found, the 2018 Rolls-Royce Cullinan was the brand's first SUV. Its design, 'Viewing Suite' and Series II update.
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Rolls-Royce Ghost: History and What Makes the 'Everyday' Rolls-Royce Special
The Rolls-Royce Ghost launched in 2009 as a smaller, more personal Rolls-Royce. Its two generations, V12, 'post-opulent' design and chauffeur appeal.
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How BMW Rebuilt Rolls-Royce at Goodwood
How BMW secured the Rolls-Royce name in 1998, built a new home at Goodwood and turned a struggling marque into a thriving, record-breaking luxury brand.
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Rolls-Royce Phantom: The Complete History of the Flagship (1925–Today)
From the 1925 Phantom I to today's Phantom VIII: royal state cars, John Lennon's Phantom V and the Goodwood revival of the Rolls-Royce flagship.
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Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud: The Classic 1950s Rolls-Royce
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud defined 1950s elegance. The Silver Cloud I, II and III, the arrival of the V8, and why it remains a wedding favorite.
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Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost: The Car That Earned 'Best Car in the World'
The 1907 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost made the company's reputation with a record reliability run. Its history, engineering and wartime role.
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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow: The Modern Rolls-Royce of 1965
The Silver Shadow was the first Rolls-Royce with a monocoque body, disc brakes and self-levelling suspension — and the best-selling Rolls-Royce of its era.
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Rolls-Royce Spectre: The First Electric Rolls-Royce Explained
The Rolls-Royce Spectre is the brand's first fully electric car. How it continues a 1900 prediction by Charles Rolls, and what it means for the V12.
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The Rolls-Royce Starlight Headliner: How the Starry Ceiling Is Made
The Rolls-Royce Starlight Headliner hand-weaves hundreds of fibre-optic lights into the roof lining. How it is made, custom constellations and imitators.
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The Spirit of Ecstasy: History of the Rolls-Royce Mascot
The Spirit of Ecstasy has graced Rolls-Royce radiators since 1911. The sculptor, the model, the legend of 'The Whisper' — and how it hides away today.
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Tesla Model S History: The Electric Sedan That Changed the Industry
The 2012 Tesla Model S proved electric cars could be desirable, long-range and fast. Its history, Plaid, over-the-air updates and its luxury rivals.
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Tesla Model X: The Falcon-Wing Electric SUV Explained
The Tesla Model X launched in 2015 with falcon-wing doors, three rows and huge acceleration. Its design, practical pros and cons, and luxury rivals.
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Toyota Century: Japan's Chauffeur Car and Its Only V12
The Toyota Century has carried Japan's executives and imperial family since 1967. Its hand-built craftsmanship, the V12 era and the new Century SUV.
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