And let’s face it, the Ampere EV electronics are probably going to be far more reliable than the original electronics found on the E-Type. Or any British-made classic car, for that matter.

This glorious V8-powered Range Rover Classic is dubbed ‘Project Stinky’ by its builder and while its name leaves a little to be desired, it is one of the finer Range Rover

Modern drivers also no longer need to worry about EVs performing in the forest, they come with four-wheel drive like any traditional engine build. Widespread chargers – including solar-powered stations

This 1973 Jaguar E-Type, built by E.C.D. Automotive design, was fully restored and features electric power via a Ampere EV Atom Drive 42kWh system. The build boasts a Cascadia Motion

“Project Stinky has all the hallmarks of the British Range Rover Classics of the 1990s, but the craftsmanship of our craftsmen takes it to a new level of class and

Modern drivers also no longer need to worry about EVs performing in the forest, they come with four-wheel drive like any traditional engine build. Widespread chargers – including solar-powered stations

Passionately preserved, the Arles Blue build is nearly indistinguishable from the muscle cars that populated the 1990s. Under the hood, the brand-new V8 engine draws upon the heritage of older

ECD Auto Design (ECD), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company internationally famed for its custom restomods, today unveils Project Stinky – a modern take on the beloved V8 Range Rover

Classic cars across the world are being given a new lease on life thanks to innovations made in the electric automotive industry. Private restoration firms are taking full advantage of this

ECD Auto Design (ECD), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company famed for its custom Defenders, Range Rover Classics and Jaguar E-Types today reveals how its EV2 drivetrain system performs in

Electric vehicles (EVs) have long been associated with city commutes, but ECD’s advancements challenge this narrative. As CTO and co-founder of ECD, Elliot Humble, puts it: “EVs can do it all. Project

Project Margaux, finished in a metallic red, features modern safety upgrades, including a black multi-point roll cage and custom steering guard. BFGoodrich All Terrain tires and an ECD air ride

“EVs are no longer just for city driving – they can do it all. Project Margaux is the perfect example of how ECD’s EV2 system can perform on par with,

ECD Auto Design, formerly East Coast Defender, is the name brand for Land Rover Defender resto-mods. But the name change (and an upcoming public offering) reflect a broader ambition for the company, expanding

On a scorching-hot Florida highway with co-pilot Tom Humble, Penta drivestop-down in a snarling 1974 Jaguar E-Type. The snarl is emanating not from the car’s original V-12 engine (which purrs more than

A classic icon, still making heads turn even after 50 years. The Jaguar E-Type — once a car that graced the driveways of Hollywood legends and British royals — now

ECD Automotive Design (ECD) recently completed its first-ever bespoke Jaguar E-Type build, a series III roadster dubbed “Project Dallas Commission,” the company announced. Added to its production line in 2022,

East Coast Defender (ECD) is — as the name strongly implies — best known for its classic Land Rover restorations and resto-mods. But now they’re turning their attention to the other half of the

It’s still one of the most beautiful automotive shapes ever penned, but between corrosion protection that ranged from iffy to nonexistent back in the day to perennial carburetor-tuning challenges—especially on

Custom car builders are everywhere today. You can’t throw a rock without hitting six custom garages. While more people adding their flair to our cars isn’t a bad thing by any means,

By all rights, I should be uncomfortable. Too hot, struggling to keep up with the base-spec Hyundai Elantra in the lane alongside me, and experiencing that very specific sensation of

Thanks to ECD Auto Design and its Project Oliver Plaid, collectors can now enjoy the timeless machine that is the 1990s Range Rover Classic but with a modern twist — a Corvette LS3

The original Range Rover Classic was able with V8 engines, but none were as big as the 6.2-liter LS3 powerplant in Project Oliver Plaid. ECD Auto Design doesn’t specify the

ECD Auto Design (ECD), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company known for its custom luxury builds, including bespoke Defenders, Range Rovers and E-Types, today delivers Project Oliver Plaid – powered

Kindred isn’t alone. Zelectric, also in California, focuses on VW ­Beetles and Porsches that it goes on to sell from $100,000 to $300,000. The Ghost Garage in Michigan does Jeep

Inside, Project Mexico 1’s details continue with matching tan Italian leather dashboard, steering wheel and seats with green piping. For the driver, vintage gauges add a classic touch, while a

ECD Automotive Design is known to make one-off restorations of Land Rovers but with a modern twist. Its latest project dubbed the Project Fortuna, involves a 1972 Land Rover Series III

This is no ordinary generic gift card. Nope, it is all stainless-steel laser etched and comes with a hand-selected designer wallet too. But that is not the fancy part. It

Imported from Costa Rica, this custom Land Rover Series III combines a classic Tuscan Blue Range Rover finish with a contrasting cream roof and wheels. The vintage Land Rover, heading

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company globally renowned for its bespoke luxury builds – including custom Defenders, Range Rovers and most recently Jaguar E-Types – today

Project ACK40 is a picture-perfect example of a tailor-made ECD build – our ability to deliver Defender-inspired Land Rovers is unparalleled in terms of quality and client service. Beyond the

Believe it not, some of the best SUVs in the world are made in central Florida, at ECD Automotive Design. You don’t go to them for any old Land Rover Defender.

ECD Auto Design (ECD), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company known for its customized vehicles, including bespoke Defenders, Range Rovers and E-Types, today delivers Project Fortuna – an authentic 1972

A special purpose acquisition company, known also as a blank check company, is a publicly traded firm with no business purpose other to find another company, merge and take it

Designed by a U.K.-based client, this convertible Defender features a glossy Arles Blue finish. The vintage soft-top vehicle is elevated on 32-inch all-terrain tires and E.C.D.’s in-house suspension and brake

It was 2012 when our founder, Scott, started following Tim Burton, aka Shmee150, on Instagram. Tim, a young YouTuber passionate about exotic cars, began making YouTube videos for his Shmee150

We had the opportunity to set out on an adventure to visit a very special place where creative minds at E.C.D. Automotive Design (formerly East Coast Defender Automotive Design) primarily build restored

For years, Rob Howard restored old cars. In his youth, he worked on a 1971 Plymouth Duster with his dad, and as an adult, he restored 1960s Mustangs and modernized

Designed by a U.K.-based client, this convertible Defender nods to its iconic history with a glossy Arles Blue finish. The vintage soft-top vehicle is elevated on 32-inch all-terrain tires, perfect

 E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company known for its custom luxury builds – including personalized Defenders, Range Rovers and E-Types – reveals an elite LT1 Defender

The sophisticated midnight tones continue inside, with all nine caviar-black seats broken up with cool gray inserts, streamlined with chic vertical diamond stitching. Conceived for small-town living at a Hamptons

Aside from a bit of vibration at the back and an expected amount of play in the steering, nothing of note detracts from the sense that I’m piloting a farm

ECD caught our attention (and seemingly the attention of the entire Internet) last year when the company launched a Tesla-powered Land Rover Defender. But, as we learned after speaking to

Land Rover restoration specialist ECD Automotive Design has announced the details of its next-generation electric drivetrains that will enable emission-free driving for several of the company’s bespoke builds. Most of

Operating as the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company, the professionals at E.C.D. Automotive Design pride itself on continuing the legacy of the Defender with bespoke customer builds. Alongside evolving

EV conversion specialist ECD Automotive continues to do what it does best – learn, evolve, and innovate. The veteran one-of-a-kind vehicle manufacturer has announced a new partnership that brings improvements to the

Auto Design, will go public by merging with the special purpose acquisition company EF Hutton Acquisition Corporation. E.C.D., which specializes in restoring Land Rover Defenders, said Monday that it signed

The restored and electrified Defender features modern black leather Corbeau Trailcat reclining seats with scarlet red vertical diamond single stitch on the seat backs, and the dashboard wrapped in the same

ECD Automotive Design is back at it again to make a splash in the restoration and modification industry with its newest project, the Project Ghost. As the largest Land Rover

Taking the EV systems to the next level is the new driver display, now fully integrated into the E.C.D. custom console. With ease of access to three driving modes, the

The electric power systems no longer rely on refurbished battery cells, company representatives said. Each EV will have a brand-new drivetrain with more efficient batteries, reducing the weight of the

E.C.D. Automotive Design, the world-renowned Land Rover restoration company known for its exclusive, one-of-a-kind builds, has just announced its latest development in electric conversions. The company has partnered with new battery providers to create

It was 2012 when our founder, Scott, started following Tim Burton, aka Shmee150, on Instagram. Tim, a young YouTuber passionate about exotic cars, began making YouTube videos for his Shmee150

Dubbed Project Ghost, this restored off-roader is a fine mix of past and present, blending the rugged looks and go-anywhere capability of the Defender with the efficiency of an EV. Equipped with

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the world’s largest Land Rover restoration company famed for its custom builds, ranging from vintage Defenders to classic Jaguar E-Types, today unveils Project Ghost, an attention-grabbing matte

The classic Land Rover Defender is one of the most celebrated off-road capable vehicles of all time, and while, of course, there is a new Land Rover Defender, the classic

Inside, the restored Defender has modern black leather Corbeau Trailcat reclining seats with scarlet red vertical diamond single stitch on the seatbacks. With space for up to seven people, the

ECD Automotive Design – one of the world’s largest companies focused on Land Rover and Jaguar restoration – announces it is expanding its production facility with two new production lines

George Harrison’s E-Type was a 21st birthday present from Brian Epstein (The Beatles’ manager). Known as the XKE in the U.S. market, the E-Type is an iconic car with a