Bentley Motors Opens New Excellence Centre in Crewe to Support Electric Vehicle Development

Bentley Motors Opens New Excellence Centre in Crewe to Support Electric Vehicle Development

(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors has officially opened its new Excellence Centre for Quality & Launch at its Crewe headquarters. The facility is a key component of the brand’s Beyond100+ strategy, designed to support the development of Bentley’s first fully electric vehicle (BEV), scheduled for launch in 2026. The Centre includes advanced technologies such as a BEV assembly proving ground, mini assembly line, and a technical centre for materials testing and vehicle analysis. Spanning 8,000 sqm, it is expected to play a crucial role in Bentley’s transformation into a leader in sustainable luxury automotive production. The facility will foster collaboration and innovation among Bentley’s teams, ensuring high-quality, high-performance vehicles in the electric age.

(PRESS RELEASE) CREWE, 12-Feb-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Bentley Motors has unveiled its cutting-edge Excellence Centre for Quality & Launch at its headquarters in Crewe, marking a major milestone in the company’s transition towards an electrified future. The new state-of-the-art facility, officially opened by Gunnar Kilian, Member of the Board of Management at Volkswagen AG, and Bentley’s leadership team, will play a critical role in preparing for the launch of Bentley’s first Battery-Powered Electric Vehicle (BEV), set to debut in 2026 as part of the brand’s Beyond100+ strategic plan.

This new facility is integral to Bentley’s ambitious plans to reinvent its product range with a focus on sustainability and electrification. Designed with a zero environmental impact manufacturing approach, the Excellence Centre will serve as the cornerstone for the company’s efforts in developing cutting-edge technologies and ensuring the highest standards of quality for future luxury BEVs.

Spanning 8,000 sqm over two floors, the Excellence Centre includes a proving ground for testing BEV assembly, a mini assembly line, and a technical centre dedicated to future materials testing, precision measurement, vehicle analysis, and reliability. These facilities are designed to uphold the exceptional quality and performance that Bentley’s luxury cars are known for, ensuring they meet the demands of the future.

Andreas Lehe, Bentley’s Member of the Board for Manufacturing, expressed that the Excellence Centre is a pivotal component of the Beyond100+ strategy. He emphasized that the facility is a significant step in transforming the historic Crewe site into a global leader in sustainable luxury automotive production. Lehe also noted that the Centre will foster collaboration between Bentley’s Quality & Launch teams, further cementing the company’s commitment to precision, craftsmanship, and delivering its first fully electric vehicle.

Media Contacts:

Matthew Reed
Head of Corporate Communications
matthew.reed@bentley.co.uk

Wayne Bruce
Chief Communications and D&I Officer
wayne.bruce@bentley.co.uk

SOURCE: Bentley