With regard to the classic
With regard to the classic Bentleys getting electrified, just like the Jaguar and Aston Martin classic cars, it is certainly possible. There are several shops that handle the conversion process, but Jaguar and Aston Martin are highlighting their past heritage and tying it to their modern electric technology. Plus it doesn't require any crash testing or smog compliance, so it's a pretty easy way to get good press. Plus they are charging a bag full of money for these bespoke classic conversions. Regarding the prospect of producing new electric Bentleys, I also see this as a possibility. On one side Bentley and Rolls Royce are small, specialty automakers that historically did not change as a point of pride. But now that Bentley is owned by VW (with their vast resources) and especially their new drive towards electrification, I could easily see them showcasing BEV technology in Bentley's new Continental GT. The added bonus is that EV technology is a great match for Bentley's design, seeing that excellent performance (tons of instant torque) and smooth, near silent operation are Bentley goals, and Electric motor's strengths. And the EV drivetrain's economical operation and reliability would be welcome bonuses in this class of car. The biggest hurdles would be packaging in a car that was not designed for an EV drivetrain, and importantly if the current bosses can overcome traditional thinking to move Bentley ahead into the future.