2018 Rolls-Royce Phantom, Bollinger B1, Porsche leaves LMP1: The Week In Reverse

2018 Rolls-Royce PhantomRolls-Royce unveiled the 2018 Phantom; Bollinger revealed the B1 in all its blocky glory; and Porsche officially announced it's leaving LMP1. It's the Week in Reverse, right here at Motor Authority. Rolls-Royce took the wraps off the eighth-generation Phantom, setting a new benchmark for luxury and personalization in the segment. The luxo-cruiser...

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