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Bonus: Rolls-Royce CEO Chris Brownridge

In this bonus podcast, Autocar's Editor-at-large, Matt Prior, meets the Rolls-Royce CEO, Chris Brownridge. 


Speaking at the launch of the Spectre Black Badge, of which you can find a written and video review elsewhere on the channel, Brownridge tells us about Black Badge Rolls-Royces, how many cars Rolls should sell, what it's like working in the luxury sector, and more besides, including private islands.


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