InsideEVs

AUGUST 13, 2025

It’s Now Being Sold For Under $1,000 The 2026 BMW iX3 Is An Efficiency Beast A Chevy Silverado EV Drove Over 1,000 Miles on a Single Charge With Simple DIY Tricks Your EV Needs A Smaller Battery. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads.

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DIY Electric Car

JULY 24, 2025

As there no power assistance i'm thinking it would be simpler than other cars. Hi all , has anyone got ant thought of converting a beetle to electric , would the chassis be strong enough ? Any thoughts

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DIY Electric Car

JUNE 17, 2025

I am going to build Tesla powered Classic Car such as Chevy BelAir 1957. But, I am thinking to use the whole Tesla skateboard to minimize the fabrication and utilize all modern features such as ABS, Power. Hello Everyone, I am new in automotive industry but very passion about EV. I see, most of you convert cars with EV Kits.

Chevrolet

DIY Electric Car

JULY 24, 2025

Of course i need a lot of other components such as aftermarket controller/inverter, batteries,bms,charger power steering etc etc for the complete build. I'm building a custom frame kitcar and have planned for a Tesla Model 3 rear axle subframe incl.

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InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

steadily increasing, and the stations becoming more reliable and powerful than ever. Email: tips@insideevs.com Join the conversation ( ) POPULAR The Mercedes-Benz GLC EV’s Grille Has 942 Illuminated Pixels We Drove The Nio ET9. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads.

California

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Get ready for a bunch of new Mercedes-Benz EVs hitting the market soon, as the German automaker is gearing up to reveal no fewer than 15 new battery-powered models, in addition to the all-new CLA sedan and shooting brake that are already available in Europe. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox.

Mercedes

DIY Electric Car

JULY 7, 2025

Needed power brake system. Less than 200 miles on conversion. Still needs power brakes. • Running Electric Hot Rod or Parts for Conversion . ​ CONDITION & NOTES • Restored and converted to EV in 2008–2010. Never installed. Has a battery imbalance. Needs door lock and air ride repair. • ​ DRIVE SYSTEM •.

Conversion

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 8, 2025

Missing key for export power. Missing key for export power. DIY Electric Car Forums posts 552K members 94K Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to DIY electric car owners and enthusiasts. Zionsville, Indiana 2014 Via Motors VTrux for sale, 72,500 miles. Runs great. Runs great.

2014

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 7, 2025

Lots of power and a 200 mile range Contrary to responses I received when I first posted a request for help in converting my 1965 Ford Falcon using a Mustang Mach-e system , I did it !!! It is not a simple swap but ,it is so satisfying.

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InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Email: tips@insideevs.com Join the conversation ( ) POPULAR Volvo Sales Are Spiraling The Genesis G80 Electrified Is Officially Dead For 2025 EV Chargers Keep Spreading Across America. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads.

USA

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Email: tips@insideevs.com Join the conversation ( ) POPULAR The Mercedes-Benz GLC EV’s Grille Has 942 Illuminated Pixels We Drove The Nio ET9. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads. It Feels Like A Game-Changing Luxury Sedan EV Chargers Keep Spreading Across America.

Affordable

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Volvo’s new CEO, who also led the company during the development of the SPA architecture that underpins nearly all gas-powered and plug-in hybrid models, is a skilled veteran in the industry and has wasted no time in making changes. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads.

Volvo

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 14, 2025

" Most importantly, do i need external power on controller to program? I am looking to replace the battery and possibly programming truck to at 35MPH so i can feel a lot more comfortable to not cause any traffic. Any suggestions on battery and instruction on reprogramming controller "how?" Can i just plug programmer onto.

2013

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Email: tips@insideevs.com Join the conversation ( ) POPULAR The Mercedes-Benz GLC EV’s Grille Has 942 Illuminated Pixels We Drove The Nio ET9. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox.

Ohio

DIY Electric Car

JULY 11, 2025

Continuous / peak power and torque of 34/55 kW and 75/120 Nm - although most of the time I will run it far short of that amount. DIY Electric Car Forums posts 552K members 94K Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to DIY electric car owners and enthusiasts. Thanks, Mark. Total vehicle weight with driver will be about 210 kg.

2020

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

Take the Kona Electric, which at its core is basically a gas-powered Kona with batteries under the floor. kWh battery were surprisingly competitive for being a converted gas-powered sedan. Also, in a sea of overstuffed SUVs, the G80’s sedan form factor and nearly-identical styling to its gas-powered sibling were refreshing.

South Korea

InsideEVs

AUGUST 6, 2025

Some Audi EVs , as well as a handful of gas-powered models, can now act as gaming consoles on wheels thanks to the integration of a system called AirConsole. Email: tips@insideevs.com Join the conversation ( ) POPULAR Volvo Sales Are Spiraling The Genesis G80 Electrified Is Officially Dead For 2025 EV Chargers Keep Spreading Across America.

Audi

DIY Electric Car

JULY 23, 2025

Until recently I was under the (naive) impression that once re-classified as electric powered, the vehicle's VED rate. The first seems to be basically send the changed details to DVLA and get a new V5C. But the change in VED is not so clear cut. UK re-classification to EV with DVLA

Petrol

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 12, 2025

1971 GMCe Lexus GS450H BMW 530e Tesla Model S powered Electruck This will be a companion thread to the one on 67-72ChevyTrucks.com where I fight rust and do general restoration repairs. I also have a video series on my Good Enuff Garage YouTube channel. My Experience is limited and summed up.

GS450H

InsideEVs

AUGUST 5, 2025

But then, this is LA: If refills aren’t free, strike up a conversation with the barista about your favorite Elia Kazan films and they’ll probably top you up, gratis. Sign In Browse this and many other websites without banner ads, personalized tracking and video ads. I probably should’ve asked, my bad.)

Tesla

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 11, 2025

Motivation : Increase efficiency, easier availability of AC power for general use in the RV. Project summary : Take an old, pre-2000s class A diesel pusher to a P2 hybrid, able to operate as a PHEV for short ranges, but leaves the ICE able to couple to the drivetrain. More importantly because I think it's cool. "Why "Why Hybrid?

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DIY Electric Car

JUNE 22, 2025

I've been looking at motor options for my conversion and found (with no small amount of help from others on this forum) that a Leaf motor directly coupled to a rear differential isn't a good combination due to the reduction ratio involved. Has anyone modified a leaf gearbox to take power from the jackshaft?

Powered

Green Car Congress

MAY 28, 2020

Customers can now order Swindon Powertrain’s High Power Density (HPD) EV system with deliveries starting in August. The 80kW production unit is smaller and lighter than the concept, making it suited for sports, recreation and light commercial applications as well as classic car conversions. Weighing only 49.9

Powered

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 5, 2025

It's a little different than other tractor conversions and posts I've seen on here and YouTube as it's fully hydraulically powered, as in there's no clutch or transmission. Tractor conversion help The engine, which is an Onan 16.5hp 3600rpm, only spins a rather small looking hydraulic pump.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 20, 2021

Purpose-built electric bikes and e-bike conversions using hub-motors are now commonplace. That got me thinking, how hard would it be, and how much would it cost, to do a simple conversion now? That got me thinking, how hard would it be, and how much would it cost, to do a simple conversion now? If anything, it's gone up.

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Cars That Think

AUGUST 20, 2021

Purpose-built electric bikes and e-bike conversions using hub-motors are now commonplace. That got me thinking, how hard would it be, and how much would it cost, to do a simple conversion now? That got me thinking, how hard would it be, and how much would it cost, to do a simple conversion now? If anything, it's gone up.

DIY

DIY Electric Car

JUNE 27, 2025

For 1973, power of the carburetted engine dropped to 125 PS (92 kW; 123 hp) to meet stricter regulations.In Datsun 240Z Electric Conversion Solution In Japanese specs the engine, based on the Datsun 510’s four-cylinder, produced 130 PS (96 kW; 128 hp) JIS and came with a four- or a five-speed manual transmission.

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DIY Electric Car

DECEMBER 15, 2010

Some time ago we were approached by a City Municipality that was in the process of doing a fleet conversion of their gas vehicles to electric. The AODE is fully automatic with a programmable Power-train Control Module (PCM) where all of the shift points can be varied and set as desired. m enclosing a series of assembly photos.

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The Truth About Cars

JULY 3, 2024

UK-based Electrogenic has produced a bolt-in conversion kit that transforms the DMC DeLorean into an all-electric vehicle. The DMC DeLorean likewise played host to the V6 PRV engine in an era where just about everything was severely under powered. For the conversion, the company will remove the fuel tank and supplant it with a 42.0-kWh

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 18, 2024

The proliferation of e-bikes started with easy-to-install conversion kits that allowed riders to take their existing bicycle and convert it into an electric bike. The company aims to “add three new power units to its catalog by 2027, so that the entire fleet of small sailing yachts and recreational craft can be powered electrically.”

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Creative Greenius

FEBRUARY 24, 2009

You can get a sense of the power and scope of the site by visiting EV Driven and clicking a keyword on the left. In addition to Creative Greenius you’ll find these great EV Driven blogs: DIY Electric Car. Porsche 914 EV Conversion. The power is now in your hands. Starting right now. Electric Car Blog. Robs RAVolt.

Obama

Get Electric Vehicle

AUGUST 29, 2023

converting existing internal combustion engine (ICE) cars into electric vehicles using conversion kits. The Appeal of Conversion Kits Conversion kits offer a promising solution for individuals who wish to contribute to environmental conservation without breaking the bank (Now you don’t have to break the bank to buy an EV).

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DIY Electric Car

JULY 15, 2010

The Ban on EV Conversions is Over!!! Yesterday (June 7, 2010), Electric Mobility Canada sent out an e-mail advising its Ontario members that MTO has lifted the ban, and has implemented an interim solution for the licensing of electric vehicle conversions. "EV conversions are: ? Powered exclusively by an electric battery. ?

Conversion

DIY Electric Car

MARCH 23, 2021

I'm looking to give it nice power with at least a 250 Km range. I'm a retired vintage car restorer and have one last car I want to convert to electric. A 1949 Riley Roadster. Any help, thoughts or prayers would be welcomed.

Conversion

DIY Electric Car

MARCH 3, 2012

My professional life has kept me busy, but I still have made good progress on my conversion. First, someone on the forums has offered to sell an adapter from one of their former conversions. Steering rack: I have pulled out the old power steering rack, and cleaned it up. Adapter Plate: I have a couple options.

Conversion

Green Authority

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

However, if you love skateboarding and thought of how to convert a skateboard to electric, there are DIY electric skateboard conversion kits available in the market today. Things to remember when buying skateboard conversion kits. The best electric skateboard conversion kits. Vestar E-Skateboard DIY Kit.

Kits

Green Car Congress

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

On the way there, I made a pit stop at a gas station to buy a bottle of champagne as a gift, hoping to start out a conversation with a stranger on the right foot. Power steering is electric and as a result we don’t need to check the power steering oil level as there isn’t any. That’s two costly things less to service.

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