After four years of service, the SRH enjoyed a good run.
Rolls-Royce released its first electric vehicle four years ago. The Rolls-Royce SRH was not a passenger car, however, it was a unique kid car that was built for a noble cause. The SRH was built for St. Richard’s Hospital, Chichester. It was driven by children before they had to go to pediatric surgery.
After 2,000 miles (62 miles) of service, the SRH has returned to the Home of Rolls-Royce, Goodwood, for routine maintenance.
To complete the SRH, it took 400 hours. The main purpose of the SRH was to give excitement to young patients who were up for surgery. The kids are able to drive themselves and can no longer be pushed or walked to the surgery unit. This removes anxiety and makes it a memorable experience. The SRH was dressed in style with its own Spirit of Ecstasy and a laser-etched RR Badge.
This task was not without risk. The SRH sustained some damage to its paint and bodywork. This prompted the automaker, to recall it to restore its design condition.
“Building the Rolls-Royce SRH Rolls-Royce for St Richard’s Hospital was a tremendously satisfying experience for everyone. It is a rewarding experience because it has been so widely used and has made such an impact on the lives of so many children. It was wonderful to see it at the Home of Rolls-Royce, and to be able to return it in its original, majestic state,” stated Andrew Ball, Head, Corporate Relations, Rolls-Royce Motor Cars.
The Rolls-Royce SRH is now back in its original condition and has been restored to service as a joy-bringer for the children at St Richard’s Hospital.