In a landmark announcement for British automotive innovation, Twisted Automotive and Evice Technologies have confirmed a strategic partnership aimed at bringing electric power to Twisted’s legendary vehicle lineup. The collaboration—described as a “Best-of-British” alliance—unites Twisted’s obsessive attention to craftsmanship with Evice’s cutting-edge electric propulsion systems in a project codenamed “Project Overland.”
The partnership kicks off with a Letter of Intent (LOI), signed by both companies, confirming their mutual commitment to electrifying Twisted’s iconic offerings—starting with a feasibility study due to begin in Q4 2025. Central to this phase is a Twisted Defender study vehicle, which will undergo extensive testing and benchmarking with Evice’s modular, next-generation EV platform. Before heading into the engineering lab, the prototype will make a public appearance at the prestigious Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace, taking place from 5–7 September 2025.
This marks the second commercial application of Evice Technologies’ proprietary electric powertrain architecture, following its high-profile debut in Halcyon’s electrified reinterpretation of the Rolls-Royce Corniche. With Twisted now onboard, Evice further cements its reputation as a rising force in the global EV landscape—especially within the niche of high-end, passion-led vehicle transformation.
“Charles and the Twisted team are obsessed with perfecting the Land Rover driving experience,” said Matthew Pearson, CEO of Evice Technologies. “This aligns perfectly with our belief that electrification must build upon and complement the original character of the car. Following our success with Halcyon, this new partnership with Twisted demonstrates the adaptability of our technology and highlights the global appetite for passion-driven, properly engineered EVs born in Britain.”
Project Overland: Electrifying Heritage
The aptly named Project Overland is not simply a powertrain swap—it’s an exercise in engineering excellence, marrying Twisted’s meticulous attention to detail with Evice’s modular EV architecture. The study will serve as the foundation for future electric variants of Twisted’s broader range, with particular interest in adapting the technology to the Range Rover Classic and T-Bug platforms.
With the electrified Defender acting as the testbed, Evice’s solution will be tailored to retain the mechanical personality, stance, and iconic silhouette of Twisted’s builds—only now, with a power source as clean as it is potent. Evice’s hardware suite includes bespoke battery packs, high-performance drive units, and advanced software systems, all engineered for maximum versatility and minimal compromise.
For Twisted, the collaboration is a natural progression of its 25-year legacy of pushing the envelope of what’s possible with the Land Rover Defender.
“Twisted has always been about development—refining, upgrading, and perfecting,” noted Charles Fawcett, Founder and Managing Director of Twisted Automotive. “This initial study with the team at Evice will enable Twisted to ensure any future EV offering fits its mantra: ‘The Best, Made Better’.”
Built in Britain. Powered by Passion.
The alliance underscores a broader trend in the automotive world: a growing appetite for electrified classics that retain the visceral charm of their analog roots while embracing the future. Evice Technologies has quickly positioned itself as a leading Tier-1 e-powertrain supplier with the ability to adapt its system across a diverse portfolio of vehicles—proof of which now lies in this latest high-profile partnership.
From the Yorkshire-based workshops of Twisted to the advanced engineering labs of Evice, the collaboration is as much about heritage as it is about horizon. Together, they aim to deliver unforgettable driving experiences, powered by silence, sculpted by craftsmanship, and built without compromise.
The Concours of Elegance debut this September will offer enthusiasts an early look at how two icons of British ingenuity are poised to redefine the future of electric off-roaders—and beyond.
