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February 11, 2022
electric defender

Driven: How about a classic Land Rover Defender powered by Tesla?

It's the doing of Florida-based E.C.D. Automotive Design and the company has created not one, but two completely electric Land Rover Defenders: Project Britton and Project Morpheus. Both vehicles are
February 11, 2022

Motor1: Classic Land Rover Defender Restomod Goes Electric With Tesla Power

ECD Automotive Design, formerly known as East Coast Defenders, specializing in restoring and modifying classic Land Rover models, has unveiled two of its latest custom builds. The Florida-based company overhauled two
January 27, 2022

InsideEvs: Meet The Florida-Based Firm That Electrifies Classic Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive is a Florida-based firm that turns old, sometimes damaged Land Rovers into bespoke, six-figure luxury vehicles. E.C.D. primarily builds customized classic Defenders, each taking around 2200 working hours
September 21, 2021

Auto Evolution: Range Rover Classic Hides LT4 Surprise With More Power Than Supercharged 2021

The Kissimmee, Florida-based company has made a big name for itself in the Land Rover Defender restomod field already. But although the rough SUV occupies much of their time, there’s always room for
September 21, 2021
Electric Range Rover Classic

HotCars: Awesome Electric Classic Car Conversions We’ve Ever Seen

Gone are the days when SUVs and off-road vehicles were considered second-class vehicles, only fit for farm work. Today, some of the world's most prestigious auto manufacturers offer SUVs that
September 21, 2021

CarBuzz: Defenders Epitomize Old-School- Cool

Gone are the days when SUVs and off-road vehicles were considered second-class vehicles, only fit for farm work. Today, some of the world's most prestigious auto manufacturers offer SUVs that
August 31, 2021

Cerebral-Overload: E.C.D. Auto Brings The Heat

The more traditional-style build, Project C2 notably maintains its original TDI diesel engine, torn down and rebuilt for peak optimization. Like the engine, many of the truck’s original features are
August 25, 2021

Street Trucks Mag: E.C.D. Auto Brings The Heat With Two Summer-ready D110s!

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the leading authority in restoring classic Land Rovers into custom one-of-one luxury vehicles, today unveils this deluxe line-up of summer-ready Defender 110s (D110s), ideal for beach
August 25, 2021

Motortrend: ECD Electric Land Rover Range Rover Classic First Drive: Electro-Luxe

The future of motoring may be electric, but that need not be exclusive of the past. Back in April, we rounded up a bunch of companies willing to convert your
August 25, 2021
Project Ski Front

Forbes: Building A Tesla-Powered Range Rover & Ultimate Overland Vehicle

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 25, 2021

Forbes: Electric Land Rover Defender Shows How To Age A Classic Car Gracefully

Despite the Tesla TSLA -0.5% powertrain hiding inside, you'll never mistake this converted Range Rover Classic for one of Elon Musk's 21st century rides. And that's part of the charm for the team
August 18, 2021
custom defender electric

HiConsumption: 12 Best Electric Classic Car Conversions

If you’re familiar with E.C.D. because of its eye-catching Defender customs, then you’ll be pleased to know that the off-road restoration outfit has recently begun offering electric Land Rover conversions.
August 18, 2021
Custom Defender 90

Carscoops: LS3 Powered Defender 90 Rough Outside, Luxurious Inside

There’s no shortage of customized Land Rover Defenders these days, and East Coast Defender is making sure of that with the creation of yet another example of the iconic British
August 18, 2021

Robb Report: First Drive: Totally Amped on This Electrified Classic Range Rover

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 18, 2021

Wallpaper.com: Iconic Car Designs with Electric Power

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 17, 2021

The Shop: E.C.D. Automotive Launches New Driver’s Club

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), a producer of custom and restored Range Rovers and Defenders, is launching a new program called the E.C.D. Driver’s Club, an exclusive, members-only boutique facility where
March 19, 2021
electric range rover classic

DuPont Registry: Discover The First-Ever U.S. Tesla RRC

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
March 19, 2021

Yahoo: ECD Restores World’s First Tesla-Powered Range Rover Classic

The journey for this electric build began several months ago when E.C.D. partnered with the U.K.’s leader in electric conversions of classic vehicles, Electric Classic Cars (ECC), to secure the Tesla motor.
March 19, 2021
electric range rover classic

CarBuzz: Say Hello To The World’s First Tesla-Powered Range Rover

Much to our surprise though, Land Rover is not the first company to produce an all-electric Range Rover as another company beat it to the punch. Based in Florida, E.C.D.
November 27, 2020

Autoevolution: Roll-Caged Land Rover Defender 90 Really Isn’t Your Average V8 “Cookie Kutter”

Who has never dreamed of having a Land Rover? Probably most people. There’s nothing like the sheer power associated with these earth-eating machines. Well, here’s your chance; E.C.D. Automotive Design is
November 27, 2020
custom defender 110 interior

Old News Club: Tesla Powered Custom Electric Land Rover Defender

If you love the look of a classic Land Rover…but are considering a more eco-friendly option, the electric Defender by ECD Automotive Design might just be your perfect option. Check
November 27, 2020
vintage land rover

i4 Business: E.C.D. Automotive Design Brings Fun to Sustainability

Electric vehicle sales will rise from 2.5 million this year to 31.1 million by 2030, about a third of the market share from new car sales, according to a July
November 27, 2020

Elite Traveler: ECD Automotive Design Platinum Card

Land Rover Defenders are very much on-trend in the US, and it is easy to see why. With an iconic design and a reputation for being indestructible, more and more
October 4, 2020

Gear for Life: Land Rover Restorations: E.C.D. Automotive Uniquely Fulfills Your Dreams

Who has never dreamed of having a Land Rover? Probably most people. There’s nothing like the sheer power associated with these earth-eating machines. Well, here’s your chance; E.C.D. Automotive Design is
August 31, 2020

Hotcars: Electric Classics, ECD Put The Guts Of A Tesla In A Defender

Electric cars are not just becoming the future, thanks to companies like Electric Classic Cars, they're becoming the past as well, and they've teamed up with Land Rover specialists ECD
August 31, 2020

Mens Gear: E.CD. Automotive Design & Electric Classic Cars

Therefore, E.C.D. Automotive Design and Electric Classic Cars are tuning this SUV with rugged capabilities. Features such as anti-lock brakes, downhill assist, traction control, and the works. Battery capacity should be around
August 2, 2020
restored defender

How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive Design was started in 2013 by a trio of car-enthusiasts and has since grown into a 30,000 square foot facility with over 50 employees. Their suite of automotive
July 31, 2020
land rover defender 110

Custom Land Rover Defender Packs Corvette V-8 and Picnic Supplies

We love it when East Coast Defender (E.C.D.) shows off a new creation. That's because the company's products are generally over-the-top in exactly the sort of way we like. Our
July 23, 2020
ELECTRIC DEFENDER

Luxury Travel Magazine: How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
June 29, 2020

Uncrate: ECD Electric Land Rover Defender SUV

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
February 11, 2022
electric defender

Driven: How about a classic Land Rover Defender powered by Tesla?

It's the doing of Florida-based E.C.D. Automotive Design and the company has created not one, but two completely electric Land Rover Defenders: Project Britton and Project Morpheus. Both vehicles are
February 11, 2022

Motor1: Classic Land Rover Defender Restomod Goes Electric With Tesla Power

ECD Automotive Design, formerly known as East Coast Defenders, specializing in restoring and modifying classic Land Rover models, has unveiled two of its latest custom builds. The Florida-based company overhauled two
January 27, 2022

InsideEvs: Meet The Florida-Based Firm That Electrifies Classic Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive is a Florida-based firm that turns old, sometimes damaged Land Rovers into bespoke, six-figure luxury vehicles. E.C.D. primarily builds customized classic Defenders, each taking around 2200 working hours
September 21, 2021

Auto Evolution: Range Rover Classic Hides LT4 Surprise With More Power Than Supercharged 2021

The Kissimmee, Florida-based company has made a big name for itself in the Land Rover Defender restomod field already. But although the rough SUV occupies much of their time, there’s always room for
September 21, 2021
Electric Range Rover Classic

HotCars: Awesome Electric Classic Car Conversions We’ve Ever Seen

Gone are the days when SUVs and off-road vehicles were considered second-class vehicles, only fit for farm work. Today, some of the world's most prestigious auto manufacturers offer SUVs that
September 21, 2021

CarBuzz: Defenders Epitomize Old-School- Cool

Gone are the days when SUVs and off-road vehicles were considered second-class vehicles, only fit for farm work. Today, some of the world's most prestigious auto manufacturers offer SUVs that
August 31, 2021

Cerebral-Overload: E.C.D. Auto Brings The Heat

The more traditional-style build, Project C2 notably maintains its original TDI diesel engine, torn down and rebuilt for peak optimization. Like the engine, many of the truck’s original features are
August 25, 2021

Street Trucks Mag: E.C.D. Auto Brings The Heat With Two Summer-ready D110s!

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), the leading authority in restoring classic Land Rovers into custom one-of-one luxury vehicles, today unveils this deluxe line-up of summer-ready Defender 110s (D110s), ideal for beach
August 25, 2021

Motortrend: ECD Electric Land Rover Range Rover Classic First Drive: Electro-Luxe

The future of motoring may be electric, but that need not be exclusive of the past. Back in April, we rounded up a bunch of companies willing to convert your
August 25, 2021
Project Ski Front

Forbes: Building A Tesla-Powered Range Rover & Ultimate Overland Vehicle

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 25, 2021

Forbes: Electric Land Rover Defender Shows How To Age A Classic Car Gracefully

Despite the Tesla TSLA -0.5% powertrain hiding inside, you'll never mistake this converted Range Rover Classic for one of Elon Musk's 21st century rides. And that's part of the charm for the team
August 18, 2021
custom defender electric

HiConsumption: 12 Best Electric Classic Car Conversions

If you’re familiar with E.C.D. because of its eye-catching Defender customs, then you’ll be pleased to know that the off-road restoration outfit has recently begun offering electric Land Rover conversions.
August 18, 2021
Custom Defender 90

Carscoops: LS3 Powered Defender 90 Rough Outside, Luxurious Inside

There’s no shortage of customized Land Rover Defenders these days, and East Coast Defender is making sure of that with the creation of yet another example of the iconic British
August 18, 2021

Robb Report: First Drive: Totally Amped on This Electrified Classic Range Rover

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 18, 2021

Wallpaper.com: Iconic Car Designs with Electric Power

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
August 17, 2021

The Shop: E.C.D. Automotive Launches New Driver’s Club

E.C.D. Automotive Design (E.C.D.), a producer of custom and restored Range Rovers and Defenders, is launching a new program called the E.C.D. Driver’s Club, an exclusive, members-only boutique facility where
March 19, 2021
electric range rover classic

DuPont Registry: Discover The First-Ever U.S. Tesla RRC

E.C.D. Automotive Design is considered the pioneer in restoring and upgrading classic Land Rover Defenders. As innovators, the dedicated team works to implement state-of-the-art performance and luxury comfort options to
March 19, 2021

Yahoo: ECD Restores World’s First Tesla-Powered Range Rover Classic

The journey for this electric build began several months ago when E.C.D. partnered with the U.K.’s leader in electric conversions of classic vehicles, Electric Classic Cars (ECC), to secure the Tesla motor.
March 19, 2021
electric range rover classic

CarBuzz: Say Hello To The World’s First Tesla-Powered Range Rover

Much to our surprise though, Land Rover is not the first company to produce an all-electric Range Rover as another company beat it to the punch. Based in Florida, E.C.D.
November 27, 2020

Autoevolution: Roll-Caged Land Rover Defender 90 Really Isn’t Your Average V8 “Cookie Kutter”

Who has never dreamed of having a Land Rover? Probably most people. There’s nothing like the sheer power associated with these earth-eating machines. Well, here’s your chance; E.C.D. Automotive Design is
November 27, 2020
custom defender 110 interior

Old News Club: Tesla Powered Custom Electric Land Rover Defender

If you love the look of a classic Land Rover…but are considering a more eco-friendly option, the electric Defender by ECD Automotive Design might just be your perfect option. Check
November 27, 2020
vintage land rover

i4 Business: E.C.D. Automotive Design Brings Fun to Sustainability

Electric vehicle sales will rise from 2.5 million this year to 31.1 million by 2030, about a third of the market share from new car sales, according to a July
November 27, 2020

Elite Traveler: ECD Automotive Design Platinum Card

Land Rover Defenders are very much on-trend in the US, and it is easy to see why. With an iconic design and a reputation for being indestructible, more and more
October 4, 2020

Gear for Life: Land Rover Restorations: E.C.D. Automotive Uniquely Fulfills Your Dreams

Who has never dreamed of having a Land Rover? Probably most people. There’s nothing like the sheer power associated with these earth-eating machines. Well, here’s your chance; E.C.D. Automotive Design is
August 31, 2020

Hotcars: Electric Classics, ECD Put The Guts Of A Tesla In A Defender

Electric cars are not just becoming the future, thanks to companies like Electric Classic Cars, they're becoming the past as well, and they've teamed up with Land Rover specialists ECD
August 31, 2020

Mens Gear: E.CD. Automotive Design & Electric Classic Cars

Therefore, E.C.D. Automotive Design and Electric Classic Cars are tuning this SUV with rugged capabilities. Features such as anti-lock brakes, downhill assist, traction control, and the works. Battery capacity should be around
August 2, 2020
restored defender

How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

E.C.D. Automotive Design was started in 2013 by a trio of car-enthusiasts and has since grown into a 30,000 square foot facility with over 50 employees. Their suite of automotive
July 31, 2020
land rover defender 110

Custom Land Rover Defender Packs Corvette V-8 and Picnic Supplies

We love it when East Coast Defender (E.C.D.) shows off a new creation. That's because the company's products are generally over-the-top in exactly the sort of way we like. Our
July 23, 2020
ELECTRIC DEFENDER

Luxury Travel Magazine: How E.C.D. Automotive Design Became a Leader in Restored Custom Land Rovers

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
June 29, 2020

Uncrate: ECD Electric Land Rover Defender SUV

From Ferraris and Porsches to classic American muscle cars, electric conversions have become the new frontier in customization. Now Florida-based ECD Automotive Design is bringing EV tech to another classic
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