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This clever kit turns bicycles into electric bikes using their disc brakes

Baua Electric

We’ve seen plenty of electric bicycle conversion kits around these parts, but rarely is there one that strays as far from the pack as the Skarper. This novel e-bike kit sports a unique look and claims that it can convert just about any bicycle into an electric bike – as long as it uses a disc brake. Recharging takes 2.5

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Tesla offers $20k Model S Plaid Ceramic Brake Kit for optimized track handling

Teslarati

Tesla launched a Model S Plaid Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit in its shop recently. Designed for the ultimate track experience, the Model S Plaid Carbon Ceramic Brake Kit is a complete hardware package that delivers maximum, repeatable stopping power during high-performance driving,” Tesla wrote about its ceramic brake set. .

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Sun Joe’s 24V cordless blower kit makes leaf cleanup easy at $35 in New Green Deals

Electrek

No matter what camp you fall into, the Sun Joe 24V cordless jet blower kit will make cleanup a breeze. Using no gas or oil, it’s powered by a 24V battery and delivers winds up to 100 MPH and as much as 280 CFM of airflow, all for just $35. Also, check out the new Electrek Tesla Shop for the best deals on Tesla accessories.

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Heybike Horizon review: Full-suspension 28 MPH fat-tire e-bike at just $1,499

Baua Electric

Heybike Horizon Video Review Heybike Horizon tech specs Motor: 750W (1,200W peak-rated) rear hub motor Top speed: 32 mph (51 km/h) Range: Up to 55 miles (88 km) Battery: 48V 14.4Ah (692 Wh) Weight : 79.4 The 1,200W peak rated motor is no slouch, offering plenty of power and up to 80Nm of torque for hill climbing.

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Tesla Model S Plaid Track Pack out of stock hours after announcement

Teslarati

“Designed for the ultimate track experience, the Model S Plaid Track Package delivers high-speed stability, maximum cornering force, and repeatable stopping power during high-performance driving while unlocking a top speed of 200 mph,” Tesla described is Track Package. Tesla’s Model S Track Pack costs between $15,000 to $20,000. “Our

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The Jeep Wrangler Sends the V8 Off With a Bang

The Truth About Cars

That said, the price tag buys not only the Jeep, but a serious tool kit, a Warn winch, and more. second 0-60 mph time, which would be terrifying in a Wrangler, but the bigger admission here is the torque number, which makes the 392 a formidable powertrain off-road. Under the hood, the 6.4-liter liter Hemi remains the star of the show.

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Software Upgrade to Prius PHEV NiMH Conversion Kit Enables All-Electric Driving At Up to 70mph

Green Car Congress

kWh NiMH plug-in hybrid (PHEV) conversion kit that enables all-electric mode driving at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour (until the battery pack is depleted) in a converted Prius. Some previous Prius plug-in conversion kits allowed motorists to go as fast as 52 miles per hour using a “forced stealth” mode.

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