Classic Land Rover transformed into incredibly powerful EV with plans for more retro motors to follow [Video]

A NEW retro-fit Land Rover has been unveiled complete with a full EV conversion that preserves the motor’s classic heritage.

Engineering firm Bedeo has launched an electric conversion of the Land Rover Defender 110, with unique four-in-wheel motors replacing its petrol or diesel engine.

The first in a line of “Reborn Electric: Icons” by the electric mobility specialists, the plan is to give enthusiasts the opportunity to drive a range of classics – but with battery power.

Bedeo’s setup took eight years to develop and the pair of in-wheel motors were designed and engineered by subsidiary firm Protean Electric.

Each motor is said to produce 80bhp and 479lb ft, with total output at 320bhp and 1916lb ft for a 0-62mph time of 10 seconds and a top speed of 80mph.

The car supposedly weighs only slightly more than the original 4×4, and …