Rolls-Royce confirms new Wraith coupé for Geneva

Rolls-Royce will launch its new Wraith coupé model at this year's Geneva motor show, thought to be a dramatic fastback based on the Ghost.

The carmaker's CEO, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, announced the news this morning at the company's World Dealer Conference in London, claiming that the Wraith will have "the boldest design, the most dramatic performance" and be the most powerful model yet.

The Wraith will shape the future of Rolls-Royce and build on the success of Ghost and Phantom. It is also revives one of the most famous Rolls-Royce names first used in 1938.

The car will make its world debut on 5 March, but Rolls-Royce will reveal additional information and a series of teaser images on the following dates: 12 February, 19 February and 26 February.

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By Rufus Thompson