Running your car on electricity is a great way to save money on gas costs and protect the environment at the same time. This is the reason why electric cars are becoming more and more popular. Unfortunately, many people cannot afford to buy a hybrid car. If you are one of them, converting your vehicle to run on electricity is a much more cost-effective solution. Here’s how you can benefit from building your own EV:
- You can completely eliminate your gas bills and save thousands of dollars each year.
- You can receive IRS tax credits for driving a clean fuel vehicle.
- It can reach speeds of 50 miles per hour.
- You can drive up to 150-200 miles on a single charge.
- You will only need about 1 dollar to charge your car.
- You will get better power and performance from the engine.
- You can reduce emissions and greenhouse gases.
- You will pay less in maintenance costs.
- You can start enjoying a smoother ride.
Most vehicles can be converted to EVs, but it would be a good idea to choose a lightweight vehicle that has enough space to fit the batteries. Paying an auto shop to do the conversion may seem easier, but it’s not very affordable. It will cost you around $3000! If you decide to do it yourself instead, you’ll only pay a few hundred dollars.
You must first remove the internal combustion engine and replace it with the electric motor. You will also need materials such as: fuses, power leads, rechargeable batteries, miscellaneous nuts and bolts, and a power controller.
You can find many DIY manuals online that can teach you how to make your own EV quickly and easily and how to get the necessary materials for very little money or even for free.