Bentley centennial idea will reportedly run on hydrogen

Bentley turns 100 in 2019 and among the many celebrations the automaker has deliberate is the presentation of a brand new idea automotive.

The idea will probably be revealed on July 10 and sign Bentley’s intentions for the subsequent 30 years, each technologically and by way of design.

Among the many new applied sciences current within the idea will probably be a “hydrogen hybrid” powertrain, Autocar reported on Monday, with out offering additional particulars.

It is attainable the powertrain will probably be a hydrogen-electric hybrid setup like Mercedes-Benz has in its GLC F-Cell. The small SUV is a plug-in hybrid, the place as an alternative of an internal-combustion engine there’s a hydrogen gas cell stack.

Mercedes-Benz GLC F-Cell

One other expertise will probably be clear OLED show screens lining the within of the doorways and probably overlaying a wooden veneer, in line with the Autocar report. The thought can be that the display solely turns into seen when in use. Bentley beforehand experimented with OLED screens with its EXP 12 Pace 6e idea unveiled on the 2017 Geneva Worldwide Motor Present.

Bentley has way more in retailer for its centennial yr. The model has already revealed a particular Mulsanne restricted to 100 models, every that includes a slice of the unique crankshaft that featured within the 1930 eight Litre owned by firm founder Walter Owen (W.O.) Bentley.

Moreover, each Bentley constructed this yr may be fitted with particular touches to mark the milestone. And do not forget the huge 66-pound tome highlighting Bentley’s historical past by way of photographs.

However wait, there’s extra. Bentley may also reveal a brand new technology of the Flying Spur, and there are additionally rumors of an EV being introduced.