Electric Classic Cars Is Upgrading The Quintessential Game Safari Vehicle With An Electric Powertrain - CleanTechnica

Electric Classic Cars, a UK-based company specializing in bespoke electric conversions of classic vehicles, is developing an electric powertrain conversion kit specifically for Land Rovers used as game safari vehicles. Inspired by a trip to Africa, co-founder Richard “Moggy” Morgan envisioned replacing the traditional loud diesel engines with nearly silent electric motors to enhance the safari experience. The goal is to create an affordable, high-volume kit that safari operators can easily install, allowing guests to quietly traverse wildlife preserves and better observe animals without disturbance. In addition to electrification, the company is exploring solar power integration by using solar panels as overhead covers on the safari vehicles to recharge the batteries, potentially enabling operators to self-generate much of the daily range needed. They have developed a prototype and a custom DC to DC charger to support this concept. The initial conversion kit can be installed in about an hour, though first-time installations may take longer. Electric Classic Cars aims to scale production and sales to transform the safari industry broadly, offering a