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Dope or nope? A custom truck builder is modding up Rivians with lift kits, Kevlar paint, and roll cages [Video]

Baua Electric

HEMI V8 engines over to make some room for custom EVs like the Rivian R1T and GMC Hummer EV in its lineup. For extreme off-roading, Apocalypse added a lift kit to the custom Rivian, which is complimented by dynamic computer-controlled suspension and 38” x 15.5” off-road tires mounted on 20” x 12” SFJ wheels. The post Dope or nope?

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Putting the “Utility” in Sport Utility Vehicle: Which Electric SUVs Perform Best Off-Road?

EV Life

Rivian also offers a number of additional options to beef up your R1S for rugged terrain, including a reinforced underbody shield/skid plate, recovery boards, a compact spare tire, all-weather floor mats, and an off-road recovery kit. Model Trim Horsepower 0-60mph Torque Est. Range Hummer EV2 625 hp 4.5 Range Dual Motor AWD 533 hp 4.5

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Tesla rogue mechanic goes full “Mad Max” in insane rebuild

Teslarati

This is not just a Model 3 with a lift kit. Rivian’s first two vehicles are promoted as luxury all-electric trucks that could go anywhere, and GM’s Hummer EV is equipped with special features like Crab Walk that would allow it to navigate extremely rocky trails. Credit: Rich Rebuilds/Twitter.

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Ford, Volkswagen, and GM Explore EV-Powered Houses

Cars That Think

GM produces the Chevy Volt and GMC Hummer EV and is preparing its 2023 launch of the Silverado EV.) And that’s much cheaper than a new $1,300 kit. No word yet on which EVs will take part. (GM Most charging, except for those relatively few long-range trips, can be supported with a conventional 120-volt or 220-volt outlet,” he argues.

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New EV electric car calendar

EV Central

Fering Pioneer – look out Hummer! General Motor eCrate conversion kits – by late 2021 GM plans to offer battery and motor kits for classic cars, allowing an easy EV conversion. 2021 GMC Hummer EV pickup truck. Hummer EV SUV – the ute looks cool and the SUV packs all the tech in a different body.

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GM Says Chevrolet Volt Won't 'Pay the Rent' | Autopia from Wired.com

Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

If you build a car as a "kit car" with no real factory, then yes, it will never be an economic success. Posted by: Brian A | Apr 15, 2009 6:06:59 AM Ive heard some good arguments that a Hummer is a greener choice than the Prius, or presumably and electric vehicle using similar batteries. The EV1s failure was a failure of Management.

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