Quick, imagine a 2009 Bentley Continental GT: low, wide, sleek, its powerful turbocharged W-12 engine purring as the driver relaxes in his Connolly leather seats. But, what color do you see in your mind?

We're betting you don't see deep sky blue with white squiggles all over it, and a handful of really big red, pink, and orange flowers and hearts splashed across the surfaces.

If you do, you're channeling the vision of

The Hauler, by Lorax Motor Works

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Good news for all Bentley Continental owners who plan to recycle their ultra-expensive and luxurious automobile after the GT outlives its usefulness: Bentley now guarantees that the Continental line is 85% recyclable and 95% recoverable. In recognition of this achievement, the automaker has been awarded an official certificate from the German Motor Transport Authority. According to Dr. Arno Homburg, head of Whole Vehicle Development at Bentley Motors: "Our environment policy