Turin mechanics convert classic Fiat 500s into electric vehicles

A Turin-based company brings old Fiat 500s into the 21st century, installing electric motors to make them more environmentally friendly. The charging socket is hidden behind the vintage Fiat symbol at the front of the car. Many of the re-vamped cars are painted in pastel colours and some are convertibles.

The retrofitted cars sell for around 40-50,000 euros, with convertibles for up to 80,000 euros. The original Fiat 500 became a design icon and some 4.2 million models were made. They are still popular with vintage car enthusiasts the world over and regularly attract large rallies around Italy and beyond.