La electrification of the automotive sector it increases the competitiveness between the firms that form it. But it also represents a new business opportunity for those manufacturers who want to stand out from those who are already established. There are two ways to do this. The first is to follow in the footsteps of Tesla Inc., and try to succeed by betting on technology. The second has to do with resurrect glories and adapt them to modern times.
This second option is the one that certain firms have taken, with Jaguar in the lead. But there are also manufacturers like Monday who have been working on their models for years. Of course, instead of developing new products, they focus on giving a second chance at priceless classics. Taking into account its approach, I ask you, did you know that the first electric Rolls Royce in the world is 59 years old? Well, it is true.
Lunaz already offers electrified classics from firms like Jaguar
Although it sounds crazy, Lunaz's latest novelty is a 1961 Rolls Royce Phantom V. The work carried out by the Silverstone firm focuses on modifying the entire mechanical part to include a high-performance electric drivetrain. But it is not the only thing, since each unit undergoes a demanding bodywork and interior restoration process that also improve with the inclusion of XNUMXst century technology.
But before that, go through a 3D scanner that allows engineers to dissect all the elements of the body and platform. Once the restoration work has been completed, they proceed to assemble drive unit. In this case, the electrical technology has been developed by Lunaz. According to the data provided, its electric motor offers a performance of 380 CV and feeds on a 120 kWh capacity battery.
According to statements by David Lorenz, founder of Lunaz
"The time is right for a Rolls-Royce electric" […] “We are responding to the need to unite a beautiful classic design with the usability, reliability and sustainability of an electric powertrain»
“More than ever, we are meeting the demand for expressions of clean air from the most beautiful and luxurious cars in history"
For now this English manufacturer is only going to manufacture 30 units of the electric Rolls Royce Phantom V. Almost all of them are sold, since it is the owners themselves who contact them to carry out the conversion. And you will ask yourself, how much is a job like this worth? Well, to the incalculable value of the Rolls we must add a fee that starts in the 350 thousand British Pounds. There is nothing.
Source - Monday
