In a Valentine’s Day exclusive, The Independent can reveal that Britain’s most-loved car is set for an electric rebirth. Oxfordshire-based car specialist Everrati has confirmed plans to build a zero-emissions version of the original Mini. The 1960s classic is widely regarded as Britain’s best-loved and most iconic car. Made famous by Twiggy and The Beatles, it was etched into motorsport folklore by Monte Carlo Rally winner Paddy Hopkirk.
For Everrati founder Justin Lunny, the Mini is more than just another model in the company’s growing portfolio of electrified classics. “I think it’s one of the most emotionally important cars ever built,” he told me. “We’ve all got a Mini memory.”
