With more and more countries planning to eradicate petrol cars, Jaguar has unveiled a zero-emissions version of its iconic E-type model ? which it hopes will "future-proof classic car ownership".
The British luxury motor company has equipped a prototype of its E-type sports car with a fully electric engine. The result will be presented during a tech festival at London's Central Saint Martins this weekend.
Engineered by Jaguar Land Rover's specialist Classic department, the E-Type Zero aims to "future-proof classic car ownership" at a time when petrol cars are becoming increasingly unpopular.

The announcement comes after news that Jaguar Land Rover will stop making petrol and diesel cars as of 2020 ? following in the footsteps of Volvo, which similarly plans to halt sales of non-electric models by 2019. "E-type Zero combines the renowned E-type dynamic experience with enhanced performance through electrification," said Jaguar Land Rover director Tim Hannig.
"Our aim with E-type Zero is to future-proof classic car ownership. We're looking forward to the reaction of our clients as we investigate bringing this concept to market."

The E-type is widely considered to be an icon of the car industry, and was manufactured by Jaguar between 1961 and 1975. When it was released, Italian race car driver Enzo Ferrari described it as "the most beautiful car in the world".
Because of its iconic status, Jaguar was keen to keep the model ...