Electric cars are often criticized for the unconventional and even ugly looks, and by many accounts this is the major reason why EVs are not going mainstream. So to play it safe manufacturers and auto workshops have decided to take inspiration from classic car designs and either build brand new or convert old models into electrified retro beauties.
After all, classic designs cannot be called ugly, can they? In this episode at #AutomotiveTerritory we will be showing you the most successful and visually stunning examples of electrification.
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Cars featured in this video:
Classic Mini Electric: press.bmwgroup.com/global/article/detail/T0279464EN/a-look-back-into-the-future:-the-classic-mini-electric
To make a statement that they are hard set on producing electric vehicles, the British manufacturer Mini has showcased a classic design model with an electric powertrain.
Evie from Mercury: mercury.co.nz
Mercury is a New-Zealand’s renewable energy company that has recently converted a 1957 Ford Fairlane to showcase the power of energy.
Microlino: micro-mobility.com/en/experience-micro/microlino
Microlino is a super tiny city electric car based on the 1956 BMW Isetta that is aiming to revolutionize personal transportation.
Volkswagen Buzz ID: media.vw.com/release/1423
Many of the electric cars from the list are only limited production showpieces, however, the VW Buzz ID van has been officially confirmed and will be released in 2022.
Retro-EV: retro-ev.com
Retro EV is a two-door, two-seater coupe or convertible with a 120 hp electric motor and a 22 kWh battery based on classic MGA models built during 1955-1962.
VW Beetle from Electric Classic Cars: electricclassiccars.co.uk
The Electric Classic Cars is the Wales, UK based company that specializes in conversion and custom building of EVs and is most known for their modification of retro Porsches and VW Beetles.
LUKA EV 2018: mwmotors.cz/luka-ev
LUKA EV 2018 is a compact all-electric 2-seater with retro design, 186-mi range, and a $34,000 price tag.
Nobe: mynobe.com
Beautiful 3-wheeler with the design inspired by 50’s classic cars with the all-wheel drive system, 136 miles of range and fast charge support.
Electra Meccanica eRoadster: electrameccanica.com
All-electric drivetrain version of Intermeccanica’s Speedster, based on the design of a 1955-1959 Porsche 356 Speedster.
Zelectric’s all-electric Porsche 911 Targa: zelectricmotors
Based in San Diego, Zelectric is among the world’s most known classic cars conversion shops that give a second life to retro vehicles by swapping old engines with state of the art electric powertrains. Their Porsche 911 Targa is among the most recognizable builds.
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10x ugly for most people. Weird models plus Electric motor…why? People prefer diesel and more greater models.
I’d they are allowed in my country and cheap enough, I am 100% buying ether the microlimo or the nobe.
I hope most of the cars that have been turned EV had a blown engine.
4:35 these hurt the most. The engine that used to be in that car, was in the car in my profile picture. Not exactly, but very similer. Triumph 2.0 I6.
I’ve got to admit, the NOBE is absolutely awesome. Looks like a fallout car (mid-late 50s concept American dream car)
Restoring classic cars is a good way to save resources and energy not just while driving, but also during production.
For this, we have the motto:
"We don't throw, we recycle!"
Why the fuck would you ruin an old classic car like that? Fuck u and all the people that support that. Especially that ford
I like Evie!
Great mods and contemporary upgrades to beautiful classics. Have a 57 Ford Ranchero project and seriously considering going electric.
I like this a lot how much too upgraded a car ???
I want to see a 1962 Cadillac convertible and a 1962 Plymouth Sport Fury (with the push button transmission) as EVs
So Luka EV does not remind y'all of BMW
That is a high horsepower
Eletwik
The nobe is my favorite
I feel bad for kids that are born in 2017 or 2009 cause they cant drive gas classics?
I just love modrenized classic cars❤
Finally, retro futurism
Voice ruins it
I want!
Don’t bother just a slide show for the most part.
I'm not so sure the 69' chevelle would look that good……..
wow great car
nice looking cars with clean energy
Can we install electric engine in hindustan contessa cars and what is price to uploading such a engine
They are cool but I like my big block chevy cause it's cheap every is mostly for show and looks and not for work you can't take them off road nobody's gonna take a $30'000 vehicle off road to go hunting so I won't be buying one but they are pretty cool