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This Muscle | Electric Car's Retro-Modern Flair Is What This Tesla-Obsessed World Needs

Electric Motor FeedSeptember 23, 20232 min read
This Muscle | Electric Car's Retro-Modern Flair Is What This Tesla-Obsessed World Needs
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Fusing the Classic with the Modern

When classic cars and electric vehicles collide, it’s a challenge of contrasting genres. At first glance, this machine exudes the look of a fuel-powered beast. However, beneath its muscular exterior lies an electric motor that perfectly complements its intimidating aura. With its chunky wheels, industrial aesthetics, and reinforced cockpit, this creation is built for high-speed thrills on the open road or race tracks. Meet the brainchild of designer Radek Štěpán.

A silver sports car.

A Handcrafted Digital Marvel

In an age where electric cars often embrace futuristic aesthetics, this concept stands out as a handmade digital masterpiece. Its visual impact is undeniable, even though it lacks the roaring sound of a V8 or V12 engine. Drawing inspiration from iconic racing cars like the Ferrari 330 P4, the Porsche 956, and the Lola T70, it pays homage to the style of the 70s and 80s. Imagine it painted in matte black, and you’ve got a vigilante’s perfect getaway ride – think Batman.

A Blend of Vintage and Modern Design

The design of this electric muscle car is truly unique. Its front and rear sections feature intriguing elements – recessed LED headlights up front and a cut-open appearance for the taillights in the rear. The elongated hood and robust rear end seamlessly combine to capture the essence of a modernized vintage race car.

A Raw and Thrilling Experience

What sets this muscle electric car apart from its futuristic counterparts is its raw, visceral feel. Are you already itching to take it for a spin? We wouldn’t be surprised if your need for speed is already tingling. This handcrafted electric vehicle strikes a remarkable balance between the vintage allure of classic cars and the cutting-edge technology of the electric era.

The rear end of a silver sports car in Auto Draft.
An image of a silver sports car on a white background.
The back of an Auto in the desert at dusk.
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