E-Cite Motors Secures Design and Production Rights to Famed Kaiser-Darrin Design, Announces All-Electric American "EV-DT" Sportscar
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) has secured the design and production rights to the iconic Kaiser-Darrin sports car, which will be reimagined as the all-electric EV-DT. The company plans to modernize this historic American vehicle using its proprietary aluminum chassis and driveline architecture, shared with their EV-GT and EV-C3 models.
The original Kaiser-Darrin, launched in 1954, was America's first fiberglass-bodied sports car, known for its sliding pocket doors and European-influenced design. The new EV-DT "Dutch Touch" will maintain the classic design while incorporating modern electric technology. This announcement follows E-Cite's recent revelation of their RJ9 truck, which achieved an industry-leading 900-mile range.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) ha acquisito i diritti di progettazione e produzione della leggendaria Kaiser-Darrin sports car, che verrà reinventata come la completamente elettrica EV-DT. L'azienda intende modernizzare questo storico veicolo americano utilizzando il proprio telaio in alluminio e l'architettura della trasmissione, condivisi con i modelli EV-GT e EV-C3.
La Kaiser-Darrin originale, lanciata nel 1954, è stata la prima auto sportiva americana con carrozzeria in fibra di vetro, famosa per le sue porte scorrevoli a tasca e il design di ispirazione europea. La nuova EV-DT, soprannominata "Dutch Touch", manterrà il design classico integrando però la moderna tecnologia elettrica. Questo annuncio segue la recente presentazione del camion RJ9 di E-Cite, che ha raggiunto un'autonomia di 900 miglia, un primato nel settore.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) ha asegurado los derechos de diseño y producción del icónico Kaiser-Darrin sports car, que será reinventado como el totalmente eléctrico EV-DT. La compañía planea modernizar este histórico vehículo estadounidense utilizando su chasis de aluminio patentado y arquitectura de tren motriz, compartidos con sus modelos EV-GT y EV-C3.
El Kaiser-Darrin original, lanzado en 1954, fue el primer coche deportivo americano con carrocería de fibra de vidrio, conocido por sus puertas correderas tipo bolsillo y diseño de influencia europea. El nuevo EV-DT, llamado "Dutch Touch", mantendrá el diseño clásico mientras incorpora tecnología eléctrica moderna. Este anuncio sigue a la reciente presentación del camión RJ9 de E-Cite, que logró un alcance líder en la industria de 900 millas.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR)는 상징적인 Kaiser-Darrin 스포츠카의 디자인 및 생산 권리를 확보했으며, 이를 완전 전기차 EV-DT로 재탄생시킬 예정입니다. 회사는 자체 개발한 알루미늄 섀시와 드라이브라인 아키텍처를 활용해 이 역사적인 미국 차량을 현대화할 계획이며, 이는 EV-GT 및 EV-C3 모델과 공유됩니다.
1954년에 출시된 원조 Kaiser-Darrin은 미국 최초의 유리섬유 차체 스포츠카로, 슬라이딩 포켓 도어와 유럽풍 디자인으로 유명했습니다. 새롭게 선보이는 EV-DT "Dutch Touch"는 클래식한 디자인을 유지하면서도 현대 전기 기술을 접목할 것입니다. 이번 발표는 E-Cite가 최근 공개한 RJ9 트럭이 업계 최고 수준인 900마일 주행 거리를 달성한 데 이은 것입니다.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) a obtenu les droits de conception et de production de la légendaire Kaiser-Darrin sports car, qui sera réinventée en tant que EV-DT entièrement électrique. L'entreprise prévoit de moderniser ce véhicule américain historique en utilisant son châssis en aluminium propriétaire et son architecture de transmission, partagés avec les modèles EV-GT et EV-C3.
La Kaiser-Darrin originale, lancée en 1954, fut la première voiture de sport américaine à carrosserie en fibre de verre, célèbre pour ses portes coulissantes encastrées et son design d'inspiration européenne. La nouvelle EV-DT « Dutch Touch » conservera le design classique tout en intégrant une technologie électrique moderne. Cette annonce fait suite à la récente présentation du camion RJ9 d’E-Cite, qui a atteint une autonomie de 900 miles, un record dans l'industrie.
E-Cite Motors (OTC:VAPR) hat die Design- und Produktionsrechte am ikonischen Kaiser-Darrin Sportwagen gesichert, der als vollelektrisches EV-DT neu interpretiert wird. Das Unternehmen plant, dieses historische amerikanische Fahrzeug mit seinem proprietären Aluminiumchassis und Antriebsstrang-Architektur, die auch bei den Modellen EV-GT und EV-C3 verwendet werden, zu modernisieren.
Der ursprüngliche Kaiser-Darrin, eingeführt 1954, war Amerikas erster Sportwagen mit Fiberglas-Karosserie, bekannt für seine versenkbaren Taschen-Türen und das europäisch beeinflusste Design. Der neue EV-DT „Dutch Touch“ wird das klassische Design bewahren und gleichzeitig moderne Elektrotechnik integrieren. Diese Ankündigung folgt auf die kürzliche Vorstellung des RJ9 Trucks von E-Cite, der eine branchenführende Reichweite von 900 Meilen erreichte.
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- No specific timeline provided for EV-DT production
- No financial details or pricing information disclosed
- Still in early development phase with prototypes yet to be produced
E-Cite to Modernize another Iconic American Sportscar- the Kaiser-Darrin
BOTHELL, WASHINGTON / ACCESS Newswire / July 8, 2025 / Innovative EV Technologies, Inc., formerly VaporBrands International, Inc. dba E-Cite Motors Group, (OTCID:VAPR) an innovative low-volume automobile manufacturer, proudly announces it has secured the design and production rights to the iconic Kaiser-Darrin, one of America's most revered and distinctive sports cars. E-Cite will reintroduce this legendary nameplate as the EV-DT, a fully electric high-performance vehicle that pays homage to its heritage while delivering the future of driving.
This announcement comes after just last month E-Cite revealed that its RJ9 truck RJ9 raised the bar for the entire truck industry surpassing Tesla, Rivian, and all OEM manufacturers delivering a groundbreaking 900-mile total range, the highest of any production pickup, electric or gas, but does so while offering an unprecedented level of luxury, comfort, and driving intelligence never before seen in the truck category.
The original Kaiser-Darrin, penned by famed designer Howard "Dutch" Darrin, holds a prestigious place in automotive history as America's first fiberglass-bodied sports car, debuting in 1954. Renowned for its elegant sliding pocket doors and sculpted European-influenced design, it remains a crown jewel among American collectibles and a symbol of bold automotive design.
E-Cite's EV-DT "Dutch Touch" retains the spirit of the original, reimagined as a cutting-edge EV that utilizes the company's proprietary aluminum chassis and driveline architecture, shared with the EV-GT and EV-C3 models. This allows for breathtaking performance, ultra-responsive handling, and a design faithful to its lineage yet optimized for modern efficiency and safety.
"The Kaiser-Darrin is one of the most elegant American sports cars ever created, and we're honored to bring it into the modern electric age," said Barry Henthorn, CEO of E-Cite Motors. "By leveraging our modular aluminum chassis and electric driveline systems, we can offer exhilarating performance while preserving the iconic design that made the original so unforgettable."
The EV-DT is built on E-Cite's revolutionary lightweight aluminum chassis, which has been engineered to accommodate multiple vehicle types and battery configurations. The vehicle will also share the proven driveline technology developed for the EV-GT and EV-C3 platforms, enabling rapid development cycles, reduced production costs, and best-in-class efficiency and sustainability.
"The Kaiser-Darrin is not just a car, it's rolling sculpture," added Gene Langmesser, COO of E-Cite Motors and legendary automotive designer. "Bringing this design into the 21st century with electric power and our cutting-edge chassis platform is a dream come true. It's a perfect fusion of heritage and high technology."
The EV-DT will showcase E-Cite's continued focus on blending historical design excellence with future-forward engineering. Development is already underway, with prototypes expected to follow the production timeline of E-Cite's current vehicle lineup.
About E-Cite Motors Group
E-Cite Motors Group is redefining the American automobile by producing premium electric vehicles that combine timeless design with groundbreaking performance. Unlike traditional automakers, E-Cite uses a modular EV platform that allows for rapid development, high efficiency, and reduced environmental impact. For more information, visit www.ecitemotors.com.
E-Cite's vehicles are produced under a low-volume manufacturing exemption, allowing it to bypass traditional crash-testing delays and expense while still meeting safety and regulatory requirements. Combined with a modular, scalable architecture and direct-to-consumer/boutique dealer sales model, E-Cite brings Innovative EVs to market faster and more efficiently than any traditional OEM.
About E-Cite Motors:
E-Cite Motors www.ecitemotors.com is a next-generation electric vehicle manufacturer redefining how vehicles are designed, produced, and delivered. With a mission to create efficient, luxurious, and environmentally superior vehicles, E-Cite is poised to lead the EV evolution through innovation, agility, and intelligent design. It is majority owned by Innovative EV Technologies, Inc.
Innovative EV Technologies dba E-Cite Motors:
www.ecitemotors.com (OTCID:VAPR) formerly VaporBrands International, Inc. is a publicly traded company based in Bothell, WA that is developing for manufacturing, state of the art electric and ICE vehicles utilizing the latest in technologies with a flare of some of the iconic autos of the past. Innovative acquired
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