Rolls-Royce unveils the Nightingale concept as its first electric convertible

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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has revealed its Project Nightingale concept, marking the brand’s first fully electric convertible developed through its coachbuild division. Production will be limited to 100 units, with deliveries expected to begin in 2028.

The name “Nightingale” ties back to "Le Rossignol," a residence linked to founder Henry Royce on the French Riviera, and the design leans heavily into that coastal influence. 

The car itself is long, about 5.76 metres, and sits on 24-inch wheels styled after yacht propellers, which gives you an idea of the direction they’re going with the design. The front features a reworked Pantheon grille with more slats than usual, paired with vertical headlights and stainless steel detailing that runs along the body. There’s also a single continuous line running from front to back, and at the rear, an extended tail section with a cantilever-style opening boot.

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Inside, it’s a mix of classic and slightly experimental. The cabin uses a blue and white palette, with navy inserts and pink stitching. Rear-hinged doors open into a space that includes a motorised centre armrest and a rotary controller finished in glass-blasted material. Physical buttons are still there, which is a bit of a contrast to the fully digital trend.

Material-wise, aluminium shows up in smaller details like the cup holders, while the dashboard uses open-pore black wood. Lighting is handled by what Rolls-Royce calls the “Starlight Breeze” system, around 10,500 individual light elements integrated into the doors and seats, arranged to reflect sound patterns inspired by a nightingale.

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On the technical side, details are still limited. The company hasn’t confirmed specs yet, but the concept is expected to share its setup with the Rolls-Royce Spectre. That would mean a 102 kWh battery pack and a dual-motor configuration.

For now, it’s still a concept, but it gives a clear indication of where Rolls-Royce is heading with electric vehicles, especially in the ultra-luxury, coachbuilt segment.

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