The idea of converting classic cars to EVs has been around a while, and a number of companies, including some major automakers, have been retrofitting old, classic cars with all-new EV drivetrains. Individual tinkerers have been doing this as well, but it’s not as easy as you’d hope. Dealing...
Wow, I have a huge 7 seater ICE, I'd be VERY interested in ripping out the ICE and replacing it with one of these.... it's all about where you get the batteries from and how much.
On a similar line there is a group of enthusiasts in Ireland who are doing exciting stuff repurposing powerful EV motors from PHEV's for cheap EV conversions - currently they are working on using a lexus hybrid transmission (because it includes the electric motors) to convert an old BMW to EV - transmissions can be picked up for £500 or less
"A new compact 80kW 'crate' powertrain that makes it easier for specialist OEMs to ......".....
As many of us have mentioned before to those folks who think turning their old smoker into an EV is an Sunday job, I doubt this will ever be available for privateers.
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