Electrogenic goes back to the future with Delorean EV conversion
EV technology specialist Electrogenic has launched a new ‘drop in’ kit to convert the iconic Delorean DMC-12 to electric power.
Back to the Future fans can now live out their Marty McFly fantasies in zero-emissions sytle thanks to the new ‘plug-and-play’ bundle from the Oxford firm.
The new kit developed in-house by Electrogenic replaces the Delorean’s lacklustre 128bhp Renault V6 with a rear-mounted motor producing 215bhp and 229lb ft, halving its 0-60mph time to just five seconds. For the first time in an Electrogenic car, the DMC-12 features a launch control function as well as multiple selectable drive modes.
A total of 43kWh of batteries are split between the rear of the car, where they sit above the motor, and the front, where they replace the original fuel tank. In total, the conversion adds just 40kg to the car’s original weight. Electrogenic says the array should give more than 150 miles of range on a charge.
Steve Drummond, Electrogenic CEO, said: “Since founding Electrogenic in 2018, we’ve seen a great deal of interest from around the world in the prospect of a DeLorean EV conversion. With its sci-fi design – still jaw-dropping over 40 years on – and underwhelming engine, it really is the perfect candidate for conversion to electric drive. We’re now delighted to reveal our ‘plug and play’ conversion package to the world. Developed entirely in-house using our proprietary technology, it gives the DMC-12 the sporting performance its futuristic shape always deserved.”
The first customer conversion has already been delivered, featuring bespoke touches such as Apple Car Play, enhanced air conditioning and a bespoke virtual dashboard – displaying drive modes, battery usage and charge status.
Drummond added: “We’re delighted with the results of our ‘plug and play’ DeLorean EV conversion package; it transforms the DMC-12 from an American cruiser into a true sports car, with performance that perfectly matches its timeless space-age visuals.
“When John DeLorean set out to make the DMC-12 over forty years ago, he was determined to create a sports car that was sustainable and would stand the test of time. An EV conversion therefore makes total sense and feels in keeping with the ethos of the original project. I can also attest that the car’s original, Lotus-engineered, suspension is more than up to the task of handling the new-found torque; the car is fabulous to drive.”
Previous Electrogenic projects have included drop-in kits for Minis, Jaguars and Porsches, as well as converting a 1929 Rolls-Royce for action star Jason Momoa.
