Open Source Civic EV Kit

APRIL 7, 2008

After spending the past year and a half converting a Porsche 914 to an electric vehicle, I decided to expand my horizons by designing an open-source electric vehicle (EV) conversion kit for a commonly used car. All the commercially available freeway-capable (70 mph) EVs are priced way out of reach for the average consumer.

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Kits Conversion Golf Cart Saturn 185

Baua Electric

JUNE 13, 2024

Voltaire This French electric bicycle company was new to me, but I instantly fell in love with their slick designs that invoke a classier, vintage vibe than we’re used to seeing in today’s ultramodern e-bike market. I always love seeing a nice mix of old and new, so Veloretti’s Dutch-inspired designs were a refreshing sight.

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Europe Hydrogen San Francisco Los Angeles 40

Green Authority

AUGUST 24, 2022

If the top speed is over 30 mph (48 km/h) or higher, then a full-face helmet is your only choice. If you ride a model with medium speeds, around 18 mph to 25 mph, you don’t necessarily need a heavy-duty full-face helmet; a modular helmet or one without a visor would do the trick. The best scooter helmets for kids.

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MPH Buy IDEA All-Electric 59

Creative Greenius

JUNE 11, 2009

As we reported in our exclusive interview with ABC Solar’s Brad Bartz last month, he was battling the City of Torrance on behalf of a homeowner in my very own Hollywood Riviera neighborhood who was being blocked from installing solar by the City. You read his take on the new PICC conversion kits and a whole lot more.

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Solar Energy Power Powered 170