Rolls-Royce restomod takes classic luxury electric

A U.K.-based company plans to offer electric conversions of classic Rolls-Royce luxury cars starting in Spring 2026.

Evice recently unveiled a prototype of its conversion package as a first step toward the planned commercial launch. Called the XP1, it’s a modified Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow sedan, but Evice aims to offer conversions of the Corniche convertible as well.

The prototype has a 77-kwh battery pack providing an estimated range of more than 200 miles, likely as measured on the more lenient WLTP testing cycle, along with an 800-volt electrical architecture to ensure faster charging.

Output is 400 hp, making for a big improvement over the gasoline V-8 engines these cars left the factory with, but still a bit less than the 584 hp of the modern Rolls-Royce Spectre electric coupe. Evice also claims to have upgraded the brakes, while an active suspension system aims to improve handling while preserving the ride quality of the original Citroën-derived hydra-pneumatic suspension.

The restomod treatment encompasses the interior as well. Evice promises modeler climate control and audio systems, as well as heated and ventilated power-adjustable seats, a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay connectivity, and a rearview camera.

Evice joins a growing number of companies marketing electric conversions of classic cars. Lunaz has done a few Rolls-Royce EVs as well, along with classics from other British automakers, including an electric Range Rover convertible. Electrogenic converted actor Jason Momoa’s 1929 Rolls-Royce Phantom to run on batteries, and did the same with a humble Kia Pride hatchback to celebrate the automaker’s 80th anniversary.