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Classic Cars Electrify: Icons Reborn!
23 Nov
Summary
- Modern EVs revive classic car designs like the Renault 5 and Fiat 500.
- Iconic models are being remastered with electric powertrains and modern tech.
- Several brands are bringing back beloved car names with updated features.
Several iconic car names are being resurrected with modern designs and powertrains, predominantly as electric vehicles. The Renault 5's recent revival as an EV has been a standout success, becoming the UK's best-selling electric vehicle last month. This trend is not limited to Renault, with other show-stopping designs like the Alpine A110 and the evergreen Fiat 500 also capturing attention.
Other marques are also joining this wave of nostalgia and innovation. Opel's Manta GSe Elektromod offers an all-electric, rear-driven take on the 1970s classic, surprisingly retaining a manual transmission. Ford is remastering the legendary RS200 for a limited production run, promising a peak analogue driving experience. Jaguar's XJS spirit is revived by Tom Walkinshaw Racing with the limited-edition Supercat, a V12 super-GT.
Even commercial vehicles are part of this resurgence, with Morris unveiling a retro-styled electric van inspired by the 1949-61 Morris J-Type. These revived classics blend heritage with cutting-edge technology, offering enthusiasts a unique combination of nostalgia and modern performance, with many of these updates focusing on electric propulsion.
