This isn't just any BMW, it's a V12 hybrid 6x6 BMW truck with a Tesla motor
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BMW and EV tech combine in an unexpected way
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Custom build features advanced drivetrain integration
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Hybrid setup boosts towing and control
Published on May 24, 2025 at 10:18 AM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on May 22, 2025 at 11:31 AM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
This V12 Hybrid 6×6 BMW is powered by EV torque, a Tesla motor, and twin-turbo mods, creating one of the most ambitious performance builds ever documented.
Designed and built by Florida-based enthusiast Brian Lutton, the project began with a BMW 7 Series shell and escalated into a Frankenstein creation that fuses internal combustion and electric power.
With a V12 Hybrid 6×6 BMW chassis at its core, it leverages a Tesla motor on the rear axle and classic BMW engineering at the front to deliver unprecedented versatility.
The use of EV torque through the electric motor means it can tow, cruise, and regenerate energy in ways no standard pickup could dream of.
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The foundation of the build is a heavily modified E38-generation 7 Series.
Lutton removed the rear trunk and replaced it with a pickup-style bed, welding the rear frame from a previous 7 Series conversion onto the new shell.
It now rides on three axles, two of which are already powered.
The original BMW V12 engine, a 5.4-liter M73, has been fitted with twin-turbo mods for extra output.
The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic gearbox and xDrive system borrowed from a newer BMW X5, offering refined control over the first two axles.
To complete the V12 Hybrid 6×6 BMW system, Lutton added a Tesla motor to the third axle and plans to power it using a BMW i3 battery.
This combination makes it a true hybrid, where combustion power and EV torque can operate either independently or together.
A CANTCU controller allows dynamic modulation of the powertrain, while the Tesla motor can engage in forward, reverse, or regenerative modes even if the gasoline drivetrain is in neutral.
This provides not only improved traction and efficiency but also assists in braking during heavy towing situations.
The Tesla motor is mounted directly to the rear subframe, and calibration work is still ongoing to perfect the battery integration and controller communication.
Despite the unfinished bodywork, the drivetrain is already functional, and tests have shown that the hybrid system provides a noticeable bump in towing stability.
EV torque from the Tesla motor assists the V12 under load, helping distribute the strain more evenly across the drivetrain.
Lutton’s project remains one of the most creative examples of engineering fusion, blending traditional BMW architecture with futuristic electric propulsion.
It’s not every day you see twin-turbo mods, a Tesla motor, and a third powered axle crammed into a single vehicle.
When the build is finished, it will stand as a unique example of hybrid innovation and custom craftsmanship that redefines what a luxury performance pickup can be.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.
