Muscle Car Modernized

Charge Cars reimagines the 1960s Ford Mustang Fastback

Written by Andre James

Charge Cars is on a roll. It started with the 2022 "Icon of the Year" award from GQ Magazine, followed by the public unveiling at Salon Privé in London before a dynamic debut at the world-renowned Goodwood Festival of Speed.

As its next big step, the London-based company brought its all-new electric-powered muscle machine to the United States for the first time. The US launch took place at the legendary Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles this past October, followed by a series of events across the West Coast and beyond, capped off by a public display at the recent Los Angeles Auto Show.

"We truly believe we've created something unique in the EV world. It's a brand new, hand-built design icon that gives customers a genuine emotional connection to their car. Classic looks, cuttingedge technology, and zero emissions now have a heart and soul. And this is just the beginning for us at Charge Cars," said Mark Roberts, Chief Creative Officer of Charge Cars.

Limited to 499 vehicles, each tailored to the buyer, the '67 by Charge Cars is an all-new, electrified adaptation of the 1960s Ford Mustang Fastback. Despite its throwback muscle car looks, the '67 is a modern electric vehicle with four motors and 536 horsepower capable of accelerating from 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds and boasting a range of 200 miles.

A brand-new, officially licensed steel body shell wrapped in lightweight carbon fiber body panels encases the e-Stang's electric motors and floor-mounted batteries. In addition, the design team created a fresh interior with a fully digital dashboard, new suspension components, braking system, and lighting. Among the many amenities and advanced driver aids as part of the in-car system are a 12.3" driver display, a 12.3" central display, a premium immersive sound system, and keyless access.