Bentley's First Fully-Electric Car Starts at $230,000

• Bentley's new fully-electric Torcal is an addition to its product line, designed as a 'pure Bentley' with modern technology and fine materials.
• The company sees rising interest and higher acceptance for EVs, expecting to attract more customers, including younger consumers, to the brand.
• Bentley is targeting a double-digit return on sales, acknowledging the high investment and stress in the automotive industry.
• The Torcal will be the cheapest Bentley model, starting at £173,000 in the UK, a strategic move to entice new customers into the EV market.
• Walliser confirms Bentley's secure and beneficial place within the Volkswagen Group, leveraging shared high-end technology and platforms.

Bentley's CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser discusses the launch of the company's first fully-electric vehicle, the Torcal. He highlights its modern features, comprehensive range, and the brand's expectation of attracting new, younger consumers while maintaining its heritage and aiming for double-digit return on sales despite high industry investment.