Around 300 individuals in the US placed down deposits for the first electric vehicle from the luxury carmaker, Rolls-Royce, according to its CEO, Torsten Muller-Otvos. The company unveiled its first electric car, the Spectre, on Tuesday. Muller-Otvos said that some of the buyers visited the company’s headquarters in England to get a sneak peek at the car.
The two-door coupe of the luxury car brand is sleek and has a range of about 320 miles. It can go from 0 to 60 in 4.4 seconds. The company has said that by 2030, all of its products will be electric.
“Once they have seen it here, they are delighted,” he said. “The order book looks strong.”
![The Full Electric Rolls-Royce Spectre](https://carmart.africa/motoring/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Rolls-Royce-Spectre-1024x640.jpeg)
The new Lamborghini Huracan is the most expensive electric vehicle on the market. It’s also the first car in a new category that’s designed to cater to the needs of ultra-luxury car buyers. According to Muller-Otvos, the company’s decision to make EVs is a natural progression for the brand, as its cars are already known for their smooth ride and quick acceleration.
According to Muller-Otvos, the new model should be different from the company’s other models. It should be stable, have long-lasting materials, and have silent propulsion.
![Rolls-Royce Spectre interior view](https://carmart.africa/motoring/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Rolls-Royce-Spectre-interior-view.jpg)
During an interview, Muller-Otvos refused to provide details about the sales goals or targets for the upcoming Spectre. In 2021, the company had a record year in terms of production and sales. He noted that the company’s great SUVs, such as the Cullinan, are grouped together with its great cars, such as the Ghost.
![Rolls-Royce Spectre Design](https://carmart.africa/motoring/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Rolls-Royce-Spectre-Design.jpg)
The new Spectre features an illuminated front panel with 22 LED lights. It also has a flowing aerodynamic feature that’s modelled after the design of racing yachts and the company’s new digital intelligence system, Spirit. The hood ornament known as Spirit of Ecstasy was also updated.