Classic American trucks were built to work. We give them a powertrain that works harder — silent, relentless electric torque that transforms towing, hauling, and everyday driving.
If you were designing a vehicle from scratch to be converted to electric, you would probably design something that looks a lot like a classic American pickup truck. Body-on-frame construction that separates the drivetrain from the cab. A massive engine bay with room for motors, inverters, and cooling systems. Heavy-duty frame rails that can support the weight of a large battery pack without structural reinforcement. And a bed that offers additional space for battery modules when maximum range is the priority.
Classic trucks were designed to haul heavy loads and pull trailers, which means their suspensions, axles, and brakes are already engineered for weight. Adding a 600-pound battery pack to a truck that was built to carry a half-ton payload is trivial compared to fitting the same pack into a lightweight sports car. The result is an EV conversion that feels balanced, planted, and completely natural — because the chassis was always ready for this kind of weight.
And then there is the torque. Electric motors deliver their maximum pulling force from zero RPM, which is precisely what you want in a truck. Whether you are towing a boat ramp, pulling stumps, or merging onto a highway with a loaded trailer, an electric classic truck responds instantly and effortlessly. No downshifting, no turbo lag, no searching for the power band. Just smooth, massive torque on demand. Read about why classic car owners are choosing electric, or explore how gas and electric compare across every metric that matters.
Classic trucks offer the most flexible conversion platform we work with. Larger frames accommodate bigger batteries, and the body-on-frame design simplifies installation. Here are the typical specifications across our build tiers, using our proven EV technology.
With battery packs from 60 to 100 kWh. The truck's heavier curb weight and less aerodynamic profile use more energy per mile, but the generous frame space allows for larger packs to compensate.
High-torque motors selected for towing and hauling capability. From single-motor setups for daily drivers to dual-motor configurations for trucks that need to work as hard as they look.
The largest packs we install, taking advantage of the truck's frame-mounted space. Active liquid cooling and reinforced enclosures rated for the vibrations and loads of a working vehicle.
Towing with a classic truck powered by its original inline-six or small-block V8 is an exercise in patience and engine management. You listen for the strain, watch the temperature gauge, downshift before hills, and hope the transmission holds. The engine is working at its limits, and you can feel it.
Towing with an electric classic truck is an entirely different experience. The motor delivers its peak torque from the moment you press the accelerator. There is no delay, no searching for the right gear, no engine laboring under load. The truck simply pulls — smoothly, quietly, and with a reserve of power that makes hills and headwinds feel irrelevant.
Regenerative braking adds another dimension. On descents, the motor acts as a generator, slowing the truck and recapturing energy that would otherwise be lost as heat in the brake pads. This reduces brake wear significantly and gives you more control on long downhill grades with a heavy trailer. It is the kind of improvement that fundamentally changes what it means to use a truck as a truck.
Our engineering process includes a thorough assessment of how you plan to use your truck, so we can size the motor, battery, and cooling system for your specific towing and payload needs. Visit our technology page to learn more about the drivetrain components we use.
We convert classic trucks from every major American manufacturer. These are the models that appear most often in our shop, but we welcome any classic pickup. Contact us if you do not see yours listed.
The F-100 is the quintessential American truck, and its body-on-frame construction, simple mechanicals, and massive aftermarket support make it one of the most straightforward conversions we perform. The 1953–1956 second-generation is our most popular, but every era of F-100 converts beautifully. The spacious engine bay accommodates our largest motors, and the heavy-duty frame handles battery weight without breaking a sweat. See our pricing guide for F-100 estimates.
The C10 is the truck the hot-rod community adopted, and for good reason. Its clean lines, independent front suspension (from 1963), and balanced proportions make it a joy to drive even before electrification. Afterward, it becomes something remarkable: a truck that launches with the urgency of a muscle car while looking like it just rolled off the showroom floor in 1972. Our conversion process respects the C10's aesthetic while transforming its capabilities.
The Power Wagon, International Harvester, and other classic workhorses are some of the most characterful trucks ever built. Their heavy-duty frames and utilitarian design philosophy align perfectly with the electric conversion ethos: keep the form, transform the function. We also regularly convert Ford Rangers, Toyota pickups, and other compact classic trucks. Browse our builds gallery to see the variety of trucks that have passed through our shop.
Most classic truck owners will tell you the same thing: they love the truck, but they do not drive it as much as they want to. The original engine is thirsty, maintenance is constant, and the driving experience — while nostalgic — can be exhausting on longer trips. Old trucks vibrate, they overheat in traffic, they smell of exhaust, and they require the kind of attention that makes a quick errand feel like a commitment.
An electric conversion changes all of that while preserving everything you love about the truck. The look, the stance, the presence, the patina — all untouched. But now you turn the key and go. No warm-up, no choke, no worrying about whether it will start. The ride is smoother because there is no engine vibration. The cabin is quieter because there is no exhaust. And the operating costs are a fraction of what they were: no oil changes, no fuel costs beyond electricity, no emissions testing.
Suddenly, the truck you were saving for weekends becomes the vehicle you reach for every day. Hardware store runs, farmers markets, beach trips, towing the boat — it handles everything with quiet confidence and the kind of effortless capability that a combustion engine simply cannot match. Learn more about the practical advantages in our gas vs electric comparison, or explore why owners are choosing to convert their classics.
From patina-perfect shop trucks to concours-quality show builds, our completed builds gallery features classic trucks we have converted across every make and era.
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Single motor RWD • 350 hp • 200 mi range
Raven Black with oak bed floor. High-torque single motor, 75 kWh battery pack split between the engine bay and underbody, and a custom instrument cluster that reads state of charge through the original fuel gauge.
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Dual motor AWD • 420 hp • 230 mi range
Forest Green with tan bench seat. Dual-motor all-wheel drive, 90 kWh battery, lowered suspension, and an acceleration curve that would embarrass most modern performance sedans. Daily-driven by its owner year-round.
View all buildsClassic trucks are some of our most rewarding builds, but we bring the same craftsmanship to every vehicle. Explore our full services or browse these other popular models.
The American pony car, electrified. From first-gen Fastbacks to Fox Bodies, the Mustang is our most popular conversion. Instant torque meets iconic style.
Read the Mustang guideLegendary off-road capability, now with silent electric torque. From Series I through Defender, the Land Rover was born for electrification.
Read the Land Rover guideTell us about your pickup — the make, the year, how you use it — and we will design a conversion that turns your classic truck into the most capable vehicle you have ever owned.
Still deciding? Read our frequently asked questions, review our pricing guide, or learn why owners are making the switch.