The electrification of classic cars is always kind of a sticky subject. On the one hand, there is something to be said for originality and preserving the driving experience that the factory intended.

Classic Mini owners can now order a factory electric conversion for their diminutive gas-powered hatchbacks through the Mini Recharged program announced today. As if the old Minis weren't cool enough ...

EV conversion specialist Electrogenic developed a drop-in kit for the classic Mini models, offering a 60-hp motor and a 20-kWh battery. The kit, designed to fit into the engine bay and be installed by ...

Mini is launching an EV conversion program for classic cars. The Mini Recharged program will convert classic Minis to electric drive, with all changes reversible to protect the originality of donor ...

Some say that BMW’s take on the MINI brand is the best. Others say it’s too contemporary, as well as big and expensive, and only have eyes for the classic Mini. But how about getting the best of both ...

Electric cars – converted or born like one – need to be affordable. That’s a must to increase their adoption. When Swindon Powertrain said it would sell an electric classic Mini for £79,000 under the ...

Not many classic cars combine the size and road-handling of an original Mini. Still, for those who’ve had enough of BMC A-series engines leaking oil while running out of revs well under 7,000 rpm, the ...

London Electric Cars has launched an ‘affordable’ EV conversion for the classic Mini, replacing its original A-Series petrol engine with batteries and an electric motor. The conversion costs from ...

Richard 'Moggy' Morgan, presenter of Quest’s new Vintage Voltage series said rebuilding the classic car was a “challenge”. The biggest issue was trying to get the new electronic motor to fit in the ...

Mini Recharged project offers factory EV drivetrain conversions that preserve the original engineering of the cars, offering reversible swaps. The converted models from Mini Plant Oxford will offer a ...

In the final part of our Tesla-powered Classic Mini series, we give our full verdict on this 300hp EV restomod. After experiencing its acceleration, handling, and usability, does it all come together.