Bentley torna in Finlandia per il
"power on ice" 2013
Il programma di guida su ghiaccio di
bentley viene riproposto anche per il 2013
La Continental GT V8 e W12 sfida i
laghi ghiacciati della Finlandia
-Il quattro volte campione del
mondo di rally Juha Kankkunen sarà a capo della spedizione
With an all-wheel-drive system that offers
reassuring driveability in all conditions, the Bentley Continental GT
is the perfect Grand Tourer to take on the challenge posed by driving
in snow and icy conditions, particularly as the northern hemisphere
winter sets in. To push the car’s cold climate capabilities
further, February 2013 sees the return of the Bentley Power on Ice
programme, offering existing owners, enthusiasts and aspiring drivers
the chance to explore the extreme limits of the Continental GT on the
frozen lakes of northern Finland.
While the
Continental GT is a relaxing and exceptionally
capable Grand Tourer regardless of the driving surface, the
participants will be led by a team of expert instructors who will
help the guests explore a range of driving techniques. Leading the
line-up is Finnish rally star, four-time World Rally champion and
modern-day Bentley Boy Juha Kankkunen.
Kankkunen is already an expert
at driving Bentleys on ice; in February 2011 he broke his own Ice
Speed Record, piloting a Bentley Continental Supersports Convertible
to 205 mph (330 km/h) on the frozen Baltic Sea off the coast of
Finland. A national hero in his native Finland, Kankkunen comments:
“The opportunity
to once again drive the Continental GT around our famous ice tracks
is one I can’t resist. The huge power combined with all-wheel-drive
and the new eight-speed gearbox makes the GT the perfect car for such
exciting and engaging driving. Our customers are always amazed that
their cars are so rewarding to drive at the limit of grip, and it’s
my pleasure to teach them how to do it!”
After flying to the
town of Kuusamo on a private charter, guests are
driven to the exclusive ski resort of Ruka, just 60 km from the edge
of the Arctic Circle, arriving at the luxury Chalet Ruka Peak
boutique hotel. The two-day programme focuses on driving both the V8
and W12 versions of the legendary all-wheel-drive Continental GT on
the smooth ice of the local lakes, on tracks specially prepared by
Bentley’s winter driving team.
As well as
the exhilarating driving opportunities, guests have the chance to
enjoy a range of Nordic activities. Snowmobiling, a night-time husky
sled safari, traditional Finnish smoke saunas and dinner at an
historic reindeer farm complete the programme and provide perfect
opportunities for relaxation following the thrilling driving sessions
on the ice.
Bentley's Power on
Ice programme runs from 7th-28th February
2013, with places starting at Euros 9,990 per driver. More details
are available through the worldwide Bentley dealer network or at
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