Rolls-Royce Ghost

ENTREPRENEURS' ICON, MORE POLISHED AND REFINED THAN EVER .

The Ghost shares many similarities with the Phantom, offering the same floating steering wheel and rear-hinged back doors. The latest models also boast an eight-speed automatic gearbox that uses sat-nav technology to select the appropriate gear for the road ahead.

The supple, air-sprung suspension ensures that travelling in the Ghost feels almost like gliding rather than driving, while thorough soundproofing throughout means that engine and other outside noise is reduced to a barely-audible hum. But make no mistake, this imposing car can also deliver powerful acceleration when required thanks to the twin-turbo, direct-injection V12 engine.

Finished in leather, chrome, brushed aluminium and wood veneers, the stunning interior is incredibly well designed. The front seats offer extendable thigh supports for an extra comfortable drive, while the two individual rear seats are tilted slightly towards each other to make chatting a little easier. There's also an extra-large sun roof that allows you to make the most of the weather.

There's no scrimping on space with the Ghost, and both the driver and passengers have what feels like acres of room to stretch out, and this luxury car also offers a generous 480 litres of boot space.

ROLLS-ROYCE GHOST

Many business leaders will appreciate Ghost Series II as an oasis of calm rather than as a driving machine, however. On-board Wi-Fi is now offered as standard, helping them to conduct their business on the move. It is accessed through a one-touch call button or a new Spirit of Ecstasy Rotary Controller to facilitate email, telephony, file sharing and video-conferencing. Yet the technology doesn't intrude – the contemporary design of the Ghost Series II interior serves up a wonderful blend of craft, luxury and connectivity. There can be few more inspiring environments in which to clinch that all-important deal.