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In the annals of the automotive industry, there are always some things that make people sigh at the changes of the times and the evolution of technology.BentleyThe last W12 engine officially rolled off the production line, also known as"The most successful 12-cylinder engine of the modern era". In BentleyCreweThe factory completed its mission, ending its 20-year glorious production history.The factory has handcrafted more than100,000 unitsW12 engine, this is an amazing number.

Bentley celebrated the occasion with a commemorative luncheon, where the W12 team gathered for a group photo.W12 engine piston as a souvenir。

The W12 engine was first put into mass production in 2001.Audi A8In 2003, BentleyEuropeGTThe engine was first used on the6.0L W12It's equipped with twin turbochargers, boosting its output to a mighty 552 horsepower.

Although the end of W12 engine production was originally scheduled for April 2024, its production has been postponed due to demand for the limited edition Batur and Batur convertible.Continued until May this yearIt is not only a tribute to the W12 engine, but also to meet the final expectations of consumers who have a special liking for this legendary engine.This can be considered the last stand.

Meanwhile, Bentley launched theSPEED EDITION 12 SeriesCommemorate, includingBentayga、Flying, Continental GT and Continental GT Convertible. Each modelLimited to 120 units，The car body is marked with unique Speed ​​Edition 12 logos in many places.

With increasingly stringent environmental protection requirements and the continuous development of technology, the automotive industry is ushering in a general trend of less cylinders and more electricity. In the future, Bentley will gradually use4.0T V8 plug-in hybrid system replaces W12This transformation is not accidental, but an inevitable choice in line with the trend of the times.

In this era of rapid rise of new energy vehicles, electrification and hybrid technology have become the focus of major automakers. The V8 plug-in hybrid system can not only provide excellent power performance, but alsoFuel economy and emissionsIt represents the future of automotive power systems.Direction of development, which will bring new opportunities and challenges to Bentley.