10 New Electric Car Conversions and Retro-Styled EVs for True Automotive Admirers

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Futurism is a good thing, but taking a look back and reminiscing of the past can’t hurt either. So if the modern variety of electric vehicles can’t satisfy the automotive connoisseur within you, lets explore the latest conversion projects and retro-inspired EV builds. These iconic models get a second chance to shine on the roads with newly infused electric vigor that usually improves their old technical specifications tenfold.

More EV-related topics that were previously covered in #AutomotiveTerritory releases:

All-electric vehicles set to change the market forever: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrTm7yJf5l4

Most affordably priced EVs on the market today: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27WpEutQCRw

List of all vehicles that were shown in this release of the #ATelectriccars series:

K5 Blazer-E: media.chevrolet.com/media/us/en/chevrolet/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2020/oct/1029-sema360.html

In 2021, Chevy plans to introduce a new after-market eCrate package that will bring EV tech to a wide selection of the brand’s vehicles. In order to demonstrate its functionalities and possibilities, the company created this one-of-a-kind conversion, based on the 1977 K5 Blazer.

Zero Labs Ford Bronco: zerolabs.com

The reborn Ford Bronco of 2021 is a total stunner that possesses a bunch of retro vibes, but it is still a far cry of the classic model from 1960s and 70s. Luckily, the Los Angeles based startup Zero Labs revives the icon its original guise.

ECD Land Rover Defender: ecdautodesign.com/electric-defender

An introduction of the mass-produced plugin hybrid Defender does indicate that at some point we will get a fully electric version of the icon. But in case you are in a rush, an American startup with the British roots offers a solid conversion of the original body on frame SUV, Defender 110.

Lunaz Design Rolls Royce Phantom: lunaz.design/cars/rolls-royce

Based on the 1961 Phantom that was once a car of choice for the Queen, governors and celebrities, Lunaz Design Rolls Royce Phantom with a fully-restored original body and Lunaz proprietary electric drivetrain.

MWM Spartan: spartan.mwmotors.cz

The Czech company has gained prominence for their retro-style electric coupe Luka EV, and in 2021, they decided to launch a new electric-powered SUV to target the European farmers, forestry workers and extreme 4x4 fans. Named MWM Spartan, it is based on the original Soviet-bloc paramilitary UAZ-469 Hunter.

RBW Electric Roadster & GT: rbwevcars.com/models-rbw-roadster-gt/

The classic MGB Roadster and GT are ready to hit the roads again in 2021, but only in electric form. Responsible for the upcoming restomod is the UK-based RBW EV Classic Cars, while the body shell is supplied by the project partner British Motor Heritage.

ECC VW Beetle: electricclassiccars.co.uk

Electric Classic Cars led by Richard Morgan aka Moggy operates from Newtown, Wales. The company specializes in all sorts of conversions, but the true gem was built as a daily driver for Moggy himself. The baddest Beetle on the planet sent into oblivion its 45 horsepower 1.2 liter engine.

Charge Mustang: charge.cars

The world’s first mass produced electric muscle car Charge Mustang is nearing production lines as we speak with the first deliveries of 499 units scheduled by the end of 2021.

Morris JE: morris-commercial.com/

Inspired by the 1949 Morris Commercial J-type, the upcoming Morris JE van comes built on the modern modular chassis with carbon-fiber body panels and an electric powertrain, good for 200 miles.

Totem Electric GT: totemautomobili.com/exterior/

While Alfa Romeo is reviving the GTA moniker with a new factory-made Giulia, another Italian company, Totem Automobili decided to remaster the original 1970s Giulia GT Junior as an electric model. The project joined efforts of 18 artisans and took over 6000 man hours.

Alpha Jax CUV and Ace: alphamotorinc.com/jax

For now the conceptual lineup of Alpha Motor Corporation consists of 3 coupes underpinned by a shared modular electric platform. The Ace, Ace Performance Edition and JAX CUV all have within 220 and 250 miles of range.
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