VW Group-owned luxury brand Bentley is trumpeting the launch of 'Advanced Connectivity' – claimed by Bentley to be the "world's first super-fast, reliable and secure in-car WiFi system".

Bentley says its customers can now benefit from uninterrupted mobile network coverage while travelling, providing a 'fully functioning and fully connected executive office on the move'.

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It says that when using the Bentley Advanced Connectivity WiFi system while travelling at speeds of 110 km/h (70 mph), a passenger is able to access a number of simultaneous entertainment and business applications – including high-definition video streaming across multiple devices – with uninterrupted service quality.

Bentley customers access the Bentley Advanced Connectivity system via a dedicated app on their smart phone.

Bentley Advanced Connectivity is a multi-channel virtual private network (VPN), which can aggregate up to three mobile network operators on one super-fast signal. The connectivity system is placed inside the Bentley's boot lid, with the router connected to the on-board DC power supply.

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The WiFi router links to a broadband connected hub located at a static site. This hub then links the Bentley system to the broadband connection at the host site.

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The new service is available in all Bentley models in 2019.

Bentley says it conducted an exhaustive international search to find a partner for its in-car connectivity requirements, and has enlisted global communications company, Viasat, to provide the service.