Imagine waiting eight long years for a dream car, only to see it stuck in development hell. That’s the story of the TVR Griffith, a sports car that promised raw power and British luxury but never quite made it to customers. But here’s where it gets interesting: a new player has entered the game, and they’re bringing electricity to the table. Could this be the revival the Griffith—and TVR—desperately needs?
Back in 2017, TVR unveiled the Griffith, a sleek sports car powered by a Ford-sourced 5.0-liter V8 engine, tuned by Cosworth to deliver a heart-pounding 500 horsepower. It was supposed to hit the roads by early 2019, but financial troubles and corporate uncertainty left it gathering dust. Fast forward to today, and there’s a glimmer of hope on the horizon—thanks to Charge Holdings, the parent company of Charge Cars, which has officially acquired TVR.
And this is the part most people miss: Charge Holdings isn’t just about reviving the Griffith; they’re planning to electrify TVR’s future. Yes, you heard that right. The company that made waves in 2018 with an all-electric 1967 Ford Mustang is now steering TVR toward a new era of high-performance, electrified luxury vehicles. But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s talk about the Griffith.
The immediate goal is to finally deliver the internal-combustion Griffith to the incredibly patient customers who placed their orders years ago. Will it stay true to its original 2017 specs? That’s still up in the air, though securing the Ford-Cosworth powertrain shouldn’t be a major hurdle. But here’s the controversial part: the Griffith’s chassis was originally built around Gordon Murray’s iStream technology, but the rights to that platform now belong to Forseven, which merged with McLaren. So, what’s Charge Holdings to do? Develop a new platform from scratch or adapt an existing one? That’s the million-dollar question.
Charge Holdings CEO Paul Abercrombie promises a merger of heritage and innovation, positioning TVR as a new leader in the low-volume luxury automotive sector. But is this a match made in heaven, or a risky gamble? After all, reviving a stalled project and pivoting to electrification isn’t a walk in the park. What do you think? Is this the revival TVR needs, or is it too little, too late? Let’s debate in the comments—and stay tuned for more details in early 2026. The Griffith’s story isn’t over yet; it’s just getting started.
