Electric classic car conversion can be a touchy subject for enthusiasts, but there are certainly cases where they can make sense – in theory at least. Take a car where the original powertrain was always intended to be silent – for example a Rolls-Royce – and you can see how electric power might make for an interesting idea, especially for certain use cases. The latest conversion in this burgeoning industry comes from Evice, a new UK-based firm specialising in the sympathetic modernisation of classic cars.
The company has entered the testing phase for its first prototype model, named XP1. Based on a Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow, XP1 aims to reimagine this classic Rolls-Royce model with modern engineering coupled with traditional craftsmanship.
Founded in 2023 by a trio of British engineers, Evice aims to blend heritage and modernity, creating bespoke masterpieces that remain true to Rolls-Royce’s timeless elegance. The company’s remastering process aims to enhance mid-century icons such as the Silver Shadow and Corniche with modern technology, while preserving their original spirit. The result, as CEO Matthew Pearson explains, is a vehicle that ‘captures what the factory might have built 60 years ago, had the technology existed.’
At the heart of Evice’s car is an in-house-developed 800-volt electric powertrain. Delivering 400 bhp, the system provides smooth and effortless performance, far surpassing the capabilities of the original combustion engines. Paired with a 77 kWh battery pack, the XP1 prototype achieves a range of over 200 miles. Active suspension and upgraded brakes are said to ensure the driving dynamics can keep pace with the power unit while maintaining the signature cloud-like ride.
Each remastered vehicle features heated and ventilated seats, modern climate control, and discreetly integrated infotainment systems with Apple CarPlay and hidden reversing cameras. Attention to detail ensures that every car is tailored to the client’s aesthetic preferences, blending modern convenience with classic design.
Following XP1’s rigorous testing, production of VP1, the first client-ready model, is set to begin early this year, with the first customer cars expected for delivery in spring 2026. Find out more here.
