Zero Labs unveils electric Land Rover conversion that goes 120 mph as ‘the anti-Cybertruck’
EV conversion specialist Zero Labs is back with a reimagined all-electric design on the classic Land Rover Series 109. This 2025 conversion features Zero Labs’ proprietary Generation 4 EV platform and nearly 4,000 design upgrades for enhanced safety and performance. Oh, and this iconic box on wheels can go 120 mph.
Zero Labs Automotive is a Los Angeles-based automotive conversion specialist that handles the design, technology, and engineering to deliver premium classic electric vehicles like the Land Rover. By developing and implementing its own EV conversion technology in-house, Zero Labs is working to bridge the gap between classics and the new electric age before many of these iconic vehicles are phased out due to their air pollution.
Since its founding in 2015, Zero Labs has become one of the leaders in the EV conversion of classic vehicles. This success was led by the early success of its EV architecture, which is now entering its fourth generation of design iteration.
The company’s third-generation platform debuted in 2022, delivering upgraded performance, such as adjustable ride height control, auto-sensing rack and pinion steering, and one-pedal driving. With Gen 3, the company was able to raise the available range to 250+ miles and added the option for Level 3 DC charging.
That platform powers several classics, including all-electric versions of the Ford Bronco, Mustang, International Scout, Jeep Wagoneer, and the Land Rover Series 109. Most recently, Zero Labs has announced a Generation 4 platform that will debut on a revamped electric version of the Land Rover, which will be sold in limited quantities next year.
Zero Labs unveils upgraded electric Land Rover
Per the EV conversion specialist, it has spent the last three years developing and reimagining its all-electric, 5-door Land Rover Series 109. This latest conversion includes close to 4,000 proprietary design upgrades inside and out, delivering “a seamless blend of modern performance and timeless design.”
The new electric Land Rover conversion is also the first model to debut on Zero Labs’ Generation 4 classic electric platform, featuring a 100 kW battery pack that powers a 600 horsepower dual-motor setup and offers a 250+ mile range. The two electric motors offer 300 Nm of torque and can propel the SUV to a top speed of 120 mph. Similar the the Generation 3 platform, Zero Labs is also offering electric Land Rover Series 109 customers the optional upgrade to have Level 3 DC fast charging as well.
While many EV enthusiasts have been gawking over (or mostly hating on) the new Tesla Cybertruck, Zero Labs is celebrating its electric Land Rover as the original boxy classic that is the “anti-Cybertruck” because it holds true to its iconic design while reimagining its guts for competitive performance in the EV segment.
While still niche, EV conversions are becoming more and more popular, and one could argue this blending of new and old is the best of both worlds, ushering in a new era of sustainable vehicles that are some of the most exciting to see hit the road. Zero Labs founder and CEO Adam Roe elaborated:
Global electrification of existing vehicles has been largely ignored. Despite increasing global demand, venture capital consistently overlooks the potential of a proven scalable solution for existing vehicles, let alone securing a future for the $1.7 trillion worth of high-net-worth classic vehicle customers. Since launching Zero Labs, we’ve received over 80,000 order requests, often totaling $1-3 million per day for electrification services. This demand motivated us to rethink and innovate, eliminating older dependencies and redesigning everything without wasting billions on overseas robotic factories. The result is a remastered, handcrafted masterpiece that seamlessly blends the past with the future.
Billions are spent annually on new electric car companies that account for only 14-18% of global new car sales and represent just 2-3% of the total global car fleet. New electric vehicles alone won’t solve the problem of global emissions. Zero Labs represents the only scalable solution for 99% of the world’s current vehicles, starting with the most iconic models.
Zero Labs added that it will only build 25 models of the revamped electric Land Rover Series 109, which can be customized and configured now before deliveries begin in 2025.
Looking ahead, the company says it is collaborating with hundreds of leading electric motor, battery, and EV parts manufacturers to support the production of a new generation of electrification products launching in Q4 of this year. Zero Labs has promised more details of those new models and pending partnerships in the coming months. Stay tuned.
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Luxury is a tough concept to pin down, but being constantly connected to work, kids, and telemarketers ain’t it. Genesis gets it, and its latest ultra-luxe off-road concept ditches screens in favor of the view out the windshield – and it’s got enough off-road chops to promise two things about those views: they’re real, and they’re spectacular!
Genesis calls its new X Gran Equator concept an elegant overlander for the modern explorer that marries on-road sophistication with off-road resilience. Whatever they call it, the 4×4’s dashboard is delightfully free from sweeping touchscreens, mood lighting, and any hint of telephonic integration.
Indeed, the interior looked so much like something from the 90s that I double and triple-checked the date on the press release. But don’t take my word for it, check it for yourself.
It’s fantastic
If you zoom in, you can see screens in the instruments. High-definition roll and pitch displays, altimeters, and probably other outdoorsy, overland-y things that the sort of people who want to do that in what would surely be a very well-appointed six-figure SUV for a similarly very well-heeled buyer.
And that buyer? They wouldn’t miss the screen, because the screen doesn’t matter. The real show is out the front windshield – and if someone from the office calls to interrupt the vibe, you won’t even know. I know I’d pay extra for that … and I can’t imagine I’m alone.
This is how Genesis explains it:
Inside, the X Gran Equator Concept orchestrates contrast between analog architecture and digital technologies, crafting a space that feels both functional and evocative. At the center of the cabin is a four-circle display cluster on the center stack, inspired by the vintage camera dials. The interior design features contrasting colors and shapes, with a preference for geometric over organic elements. The dashboard’s linear architecture and absence of decorations focus the driver’s attention on the journey, while swiveling front seats and modular storage solutions enhance practicality.
Genesis didn’t provide pictures of those swiveling seats or modular storage compartments on this concept, but the X Gran Equator Concept will make its in-person debut April 18th at the Genesis booth during the 2025 New York International Auto Show.
After the show, the company will move the concept to a display at Genesis House New York in the Meatpacking District, where it will stay “in residence” until the end of July. If you’re out that way for either event, take a picture of it and tag Electrek on Instagram!
Genesis X Gran Equator photo gallery
SOURCE | IMAGES: Genesis.
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The new-for-2025 Honda P7 electric SUV officially went on sale earlier today with 469 hp and more than 650 km (403 miles) of range from its 89.8-kWh nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery … and you won’t believe the price!
First shown as a concept at the launch of Honda’s Ye brand a year ago, today. Ye is a joint venture between Honda and local automakers Dongfeng, who build the brand’s S7 model, and GAC, which helped develop the mechanically similar P7 that just went on sale.
And, by “similar,” I mean really, really similar. The AWD version of the new Honda P7 offers up to 620 km (385 miles) of CLTC-rated range, while the RWD can go 650 km (403 miles), which are identical figures to the S7. Even the crossover’s dimensions, at 4,750 mm long, 1,930 mm wide, and 1,625 mm tall with a 2,930 mm wheelbase, are identical.
Even the interiors – which are fantastic, by the way, with an innovative mix of screens, buttons, and super-slick sideview monitors – are tough to tell apart.
Honda Ye EV interior(s)
So, how can you tell the P7 apart from its S7 sibling? The P7 has C-shaped lighting elements that are distinctive from the S7’s X-shaped lights. The end result is a face that reads a bit more “Honda” to me, but that may or may not be a good thing in the Chinese market.
Pricing for the new Honda P7 starts at 199,900 yuan (about $27,200) for the two wheel drive variant, and is also offered with all-wheel drive for 249,900 yuan (about $34,000, as I type this), complete with the sort of advanced ADAS features you have to pay good money to supervise here in the US. That pricing makes both P7 models significantly less expensive that the what the company thought would be the vehicle’s main competitor, the Tesla Model Y.
The world has changed a lot since then however – and whether or not the Model Y is still considered a serious rival remains to be seen.
If you’re in the mood to check out an all-electric Honda in the US, click here to set up a test drive and explore local deals on a new Prologue. In the meantime, I invite you to take a look at some of the press photos of the new P7, below, then let us know what you think in the comments.
P7 image gallery
SOURCE | IMAGES: Honda; via Paul Tan.
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Kia just pulled the cover off its all-new 2026 EV4 today at the New York International Auto Show, marking the automaker’s first global all-electric sedan.
With a sleek design and practical features, Kia is clearly aiming to offer a compelling, affordable alternative to the flood of electric SUVs on the market.
The Kia EV4, set to hit US roads in early 2026, will be available in three trims – Light, Wind, and the sportier GT-Line.
Exterior and interior
Built on Kia’s 400V Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the EV4 sedan sports a distinctive low, aerodynamic profile with a sporty fastback roofline. The front showcases vertical LED headlights paired with Kia’s signature Star Map lighting and a modernized version of Kia’s Tiger Face grille.
Around back, vertical taillights and a two-piece spoiler emphasize the sedan’s sporty stance. Buyers can choose between standard 17-inch aero wheels or the 19-inch wheels exclusive to the GT-Line trim.
Inside, Kia’s EV4 emphasizes comfort, convenience, and spaciousness. A modern, open cockpit features high-quality materials, a two-spoke steering wheel, and an available 64-color ambient lighting system. With ample passenger room and cargo space, the EV4 balances practicality with a sleek, contemporary feel.
Powertrain and performance
The EV4 comes with two battery options: a 58.3 kWh pack delivering about 235 miles of range (standard on the Light trim), or a larger 81.4 kWh pack good for around 330 miles (Wind and GT-Line trims). Both models feature a 150 kW front-mounted electric motor.
Charging won’t slow you down: Kia estimates a 10-to-80% DC fast charge takes just 29 minutes for the smaller battery and 31 minutes for the larger. The EV4 comes with a standard NACS charging port and is on the front passenger side.
This Kia sedan has a drag coefficient as low as 0.23 Cd. Its updated i-Pedal 3.0 system offers smooth one-pedal driving, even in reverse and adaptive regenerative braking. Additionally, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability means your EV4 can power everyday devices like laptops or camping gear.
A tech-loaded interior
The EV4 features nearly 30 inches of combined widescreen displays. Personalization is easy, including themed interfaces and standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Kia’s Digital Key 2.0 lets drivers manage locks, start the climate control remotely, and access other vehicle functions via smartphone. And Kia’s built-in AI Assistant ensures natural, responsive interactions, adding another convenience layer.
Comfort isn’t an afterthought, either. Dual-zone automatic climate control, available heated and ventilated seats, a heated steering wheel, and acoustic windshield glass round out the premium feel.
Advanced driver-assist technology
The EV4 is equipped with Highway Driving Assist as standard, which automatically adjusts the vehicle’s set speed to match the posted speed limit (if initially set to the speed limit) and maintains distance from the vehicle in front.
Standard Hands-On Detection helps ensure drivers stay engaged by monitoring steering-wheel grip, enhancing safety on longer trips.
Other available features include Driver Attention Warning, Forward Collision Avoidance Assist, and Lane Following Assist. Optional Remote Smart Parking Assist simplifies parking in tight spots.
Look for the Kia EV4 sedan to reach US dealers in early 2026.
Read more: Kia EV Day 2025 recap: EV4 is coming to US, plus an up-close look at the EV2 and PV5 [Video]
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