We already know that
Ferrari,
Land Rover, and Lamborghini have driving school programs and
Maserati recently opened a North American driving school but do we really need a school to drive a Bentley?
Automobile Magazine covers the
Bentley Driving Program which recently came to Las Vegas. The program is for Bentley owners and those who are sales prospects. For $1500 you get to spend a day playing around with a Bentley learning not only some driving skills but also a bit of Bentley history and lore. Reading this article it seems that where the exotic car driving schools often focus on the vroom-vroom race car approach, Bentley teaches capability and grace. Of course some of the exercises do take place at 100 mph so there is still the adrenaline factor. Many of the Bentley drivers i have encountered in the Los Angeles area could definitely benefit from a little schooling.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Gunnar Heinrich Jun 2nd 2006 11:09AM
Bentley has indeed changed. Consider the days of the Bentley - Rolls-Royce Chauffeur School
http://automobilesdeluxe.blogspot.com/2006/05/video-bentley-rolls-royce-chauffeur.html
Automotive Web Jun 4th 2006 6:33PM
Think about it? Now all the celebs will finally learn how to drive...or at least evade the cameras.
Honestly, I think ANY high-end automobile company that offers training, or even a track day is making the right move. More companies need to do this and they might find some loyalty once a customer sees that not only does the company care enough for you to understand their vehicles, but that you're more familiar with driving and get a better idea of what the vehicle you just bought is capable of.