The ultimate luxury car with Rolls-Royce carbon fibre program

European design house Bengala Automotive and US-based Vitesse AuDessus have announced the launch of a bespoke carbon fibre program for current Rolls-Royce models. The program offers carbon fibre options for the Rolls-Royce Phantom, the Phantom Coupe, the Phantom Drophead Coupe, the Wraith, the Dawn, and the Ghost. The featured material is a compressed carbon matrix that is similar to the Forged Carbon Fibre developed by Lamborghini and Callaway. The use of this material as an aesthetic offering is a first in the automotive industry.

The program is also offering another first in the industry: forged carbon fibre wheels. Lighter and denser than titanium, forged, carbon fibre wheels offer a clear engineering advantage over their metal alloy counterparts. Forged wheels are also a marked improvement in manufacturing lead-time compared to traditional carbon fibre layup. The availability of fast-curing resins makes it possible to produce a set in minutes, as opposed to days.

Each wheel design is tested to meet or exceed manufacturer standards and includes a proprietary coating to protect against heat.

"Carbon fibre wheels are the clearest and best performance choice as they dramatically lower unsprung weight. The only failing is in the complicated production process and long manufacturing lead-times. Forged carbon wheels solve this problem and open the doors to a wide range of future applications," said Vitesse AuDessus CEO Stefany Sanchez.

Aside from the forged offering and true to Vitesse AuDessus's bespoke commitment, every removable body panel is available in bare carbon replacements in the weave, tint and finish specified by the client. For those parts attached to the chassis, the brand offers lightweight veneers.

All original parts are removed and stored in their original condition. The parts come with a five-year warranty against defect or yellowing. OEM quality fit and finish are also guaranteed. Lead time for the parts is three to four weeks, and four to six weeks for the wheels, depending upon specification. Vitesse Audessus ships worldwide.