ELECTRIFYING THE PRANCING HORSE

How a Legendary Supercar Became an EV Icon Without Losing Its Soul

JEROME ANDRE

IN the world of automotive legends, few names carry the gravitas of the Ferrari Testarossa. Its bold styling, 180-degree V-12 engine, and storied history etched it into the annals of automotive greatness. Yet, one of the most iconic cars of the 1980s and 1990s has been reborn—not by Ferrari, but by a trailblazing team of conversion experts at Electric Classic Cars. Based in Wales, UK. ECC has turned a beloved grand tourer into a modern electric beast, balancing respect for the original design with the advantages of electrification. In fact, this isn't Electric Classic Cars' first (Ferrari) rodeo, as it has previously converted two Ferrari 308s and three Testarossas—with more in the works—including in complete kit form. At the core of the “Teslarossa” is a Tesla Model S drive unit,…

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