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Reflections on Converting a 914 to an EV

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Many things have passed through my mind over the past year and a half while converting this vehicle. This included the folks at the Oregon Electric Vehicles Association, the motor control engineers at my work (HP), the communities at 914world.com, the other 914 EV conversion folks (Thanks to Randy, Ross, Roger, Matt, Paul, and many more.)

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New diesel Volkswagen Golf GTD heading for the US; first driving impressions

Green Car Congress

The primary solution is to utilize an uncooled high-pressure EGR; its higher induction air temperature improves combustion behavior and thereby ensures higher exhaust temperatures for accelerated response of the catalytic converter. Dynamic Light Assist. Light Assist. Location of the oxidation catalyst and particulate filter.

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Electric Car Manufacturers Inspire New Paradigms -- Seeking Alpha

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

Think is also working closely with the Brussel based Eurelectric , the European union of electricity industry. Kulongoski, Oregon as the electric-car manufacturer may be eyeing the “green” city of Portland. Creature comforts include air conditioning, power steering, sunroof, and electric windows and mirrors.