Electric Car Motors

Electric Car Motor and Transmission All-In-One? 


I have recently seen an electric car motor that claims to be an all-in-one unit, with motor/transmission all together in one package....

DIY Hybrid Electric Car: Using an AC Generator Head with a Small Electric Motor 


Well, this is more a suggestion, rather than a question, on how to build your own hybrid electric car.

The average 4cyl car motor ...

AC Motors, NiMH batteries, and Wheel Motors 

AC motor question: I'm looking for a less expensive, probably US-made AC motor. I'm aiming my design at 1400 lbs maximum. Ideas?

NiMH ...

Electric Motors and Horsepower 


I understand that electric motors can run a car with much less HP than a gasoline engine...why is it that an electric motor needs ...

Golf Cart for Electric Kit Car 


Is there any 8-person golf cart which can go at least 50 mph, so you can use all the parts and build an electric kit car?

Hi, Winfried!...

Electric Car Conversion like a Tesla 


I'm interested in a full electric conversion, AC motor,lithium batteries, controller, etc. Do you know of a company that sells such ...

Alternator to Generate Electric Power for EVs? 
To generate electricity to power an EV, couldn't an alternator of the proper given voltage be used instead of batteries?

Hi, Esam!
Alternators turn ...

Electric Semi Truck Conversion? 


I'd like to know your opinion of using an 3-phase electric motor that is mounted inline to the transmission, run by a generator, that ...

Electric Car With a Generator on Board 


I have been looking into converting a diesel engine to run on used cooking oil. Now I am thinking about linking this idea to an ...

Electrify my boat? 
I have a 43 foot sailboat weighs about 11 tons. Want to make it diesel-electric! I have purchased a 13kw (continuous duty) diesel generator, but the rest ...

Horsepower for your EV conversion 
How can I calculate how many horses or kw for a particular vehicle conversion?

I would like to put an AC motor right in front of the differential ...

Turn My Big RV Into a Plug-In Hybrid? 
I've got a 31 Ft RV that gets 8.5 mpg.
Would an AC electric motor or 2 in conjunction with the 8.1 liter gas engine increase the gas mileage in an ...

Electric Car Motor Question 
I own a dc electric motor. Is it more suitable to build an electric car or motorcycle?

Motor details:
honeywell rediline motor generator
model-...

Building an EV with a 3-phase AC Induction Motor 

I want to build an electric car and want to install a 3 phase motor. What size motor must I use? What do I need to build such car? Car ...

EV Motor Won't Run 
I just bought an already converted 1986 Chevrolet Sprint EV that "just needs new batteries installed."
I had a man that has an electric vehicle ...

UQM PowerPhase125 Electric Car Motors 
I'm interested in investing in UQM and would like to hear your opinion on their new product the PowerPhase125.

In quantities of over 200,000/year ...

Steam Generator Series Electric Hybrid 
I am considering creating an alternative fuel vehicle by running a generator off a steam engine to then run a direct drive electric motor. Thus forgo ...

3 Phase AC Induction Motor Question 
Is it actually true that the 3-Phase AC induction motor can reverse as a generator!?! Don't you need an axial winding with excitation or permanent magnets ...

Electric Car Conversion: Classic, or New? 


I hope to start restoring my 1954 F100 this year.
I am considering attempting to make it all EV.
Where could I get some plan ideas ...

Electric Car Motor Question: RPM 
I have an AC motor that I would like to use in an electric car. The motor is a 20 HP, AC 3 phase 1170 rpm. Is that going to work, or do I need a higher ...

Recharging EV Batteries with Alternators and Regulators 


Why don't EV systems use alternators and regulators to recharge the batteries and run the motors?

Hi, David -

I get this question ...

Need for Speed: AC vs. DC motors 


I'm considering converting a Mazda Miata to an electric car, and I've learned a lot reading your site. I really liked the page you ...

Which Electric Motor for a Civic Conversion? 
I am beginning a project of converting a Honda Civic into an electric vehicle. Can you recommend a motor(s) and drive type for this project?

Hi, Dave!...

Effects of Controller Mods on Zenn's AC Motors 

I'm considering buying an '08 Zenn that has an AC motor. My understanding is that the controller (Curtis?) can be modified to remove ...

Ford F150 Electric Truck Conversion 

Which electric motor setup would you consider to be more practical in terms of torque due to the weight of the truck and still be able ...

Electric Car Conversion 101 


What is the best way to start my first electric conversion? I've got a compact pickup. I read about DC Motors, then AC motors AC ...

3-Phase AC Induction Motors and Horsepower 
You mention that the 3-Phase AC induction motor is probably the best choice , and I would like to know more.

Where can you purchase one?
How much ...

New Subaru and Mitsubishi EV motors! 
Subaru and Mitsubishi are testing their up-and-coming EVs in the USA this year. We have yet to see any specs however.

I was wondering if anyone ...

Single Phase AC Motor for an EV? 
I have a commercial washing machine with a large single phase AC motor and a sophisticated controller with capacitors & direction reverser. I hate to ...

Conversion Question: Power or Horsepower? 
The power of the motors for conversions I've seen is pretty small. The max I've seen is about 48 HP continuous. At 10,000 RPM it is unlikely that this ...

Conversion Question: Direct Drive 
It seems direct drive is the trend from the factory sponsored concepts. Can this be done by the do-it-yourselfer on a budget? In-wheel motors are out ...

Can I Hook the Electric Motor Straight to the Rear Differential? 
I am considering converting a 4 door (Crew Cab) pick-up like 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier/Toyota Tacoma/Ford Ranger/Chevy S-10 etc.. & have a question that ...

Keeping the Rain Out of Your Conversion's Motor 
How can I prevent the water from getting into the motor when it's raining?

Hi, Beau -

I'll let Paula from Ampmobile Conversions in Lake Wylie,...

Big Electric Car Motor, Small Conversion  
I started an EV conversion project with an old Lincoln SA-200 DC generator from a welding machine.
Before investing more money into it, do you think ...

Electric Car Motors, Generators, and Perpetual Motion 
Why can't a generator be added to the EV's system to keep the battery recharged...preferably one that draws from the energy that the battery is already ...

Why Can't an EV be More Like a Locomotive? 
I'm a conductor for Union Pacific Railroad. I've often wondered why someone doesn't (maybe they do) make a car like a locomotive only much smaller ...

AC Electric Car Conversion Kit and Batteries 
I'm considering converting my Mustang GT to electric. I'm an electronics tech and can handle most of the work myself.
What I should expect for cost ...

Best Electric Car Motor 



What's the best electric motor out there?

Hi, Carlos!

This isn't Consumer Reports, darlin', there's no 1-5 lightning bolts ...

Electric Boat Conversion With Generator 


I want to convert my 30 ft. boat's V8 gas-guzzlers to 2 DC electric motors that run with a 10KW generator. I'm going to have batteries ...

Is this Hybrid Hummer the Real Thing? 


Ca I hook up a gas or diesel generator directly to the a ac or dc motor, insted of the usual batter/charged system?

I am a photog ...

Question about AC Motors 

1.Do all AC Motors have regenerative braking?

2.Is a 1800 rpm 100 hp 3-phase 208-230/460V TEFC cast iron 405TC frame Class F insulation NEMA ...

Electric Car Motor Availability and Cost 



Can you give me some idea of the availability and the cost of the electric car motors?

Hi, Don -
The most available electric ...

Conversion Question: AC Motor Size 
I'm new to this EV/hybrid thing and would like to ask a few questions before I start buying the wrong stuff.
1) How do I know which AC motor to use ...

EV Transmissions and Reducing RPM's at Speed  Not rated yet


I have read a bit about the question about the need or non-need for a transmission. Maybe I am still stuck in the gasoline mode, however ...

Fullsize Hybrid Electric Truck  Not rated yet

I was wondering if I could hook up an AC motor to an automatic transmission in a 4x4 truck.

My idea was to do this and have the ...

EV Motor Sizing  Not rated yet



How do I go about determining the proper size of the electric motor for the weight of the car being converted to electric?

Hi,...

Electric Sports Car Motors  Not rated yet


What is the best electric motors to make a electric sports car?

Hi, Faisal -
Of course, this is a matter of some debate; )

Tesla ...

Tesla Electric Car Motor?  Not rated yet


Which motor is used in the Tesla? And does anyone convert old cars?

Hi, Art -
The Tesla, I believe, has a 3-phase, 4-pole AC induction ...

Pump Motors Okay for Electric Cars?  Not rated yet


Is it possible to size a commercial 3ph 5hp
motor to an inverter? I have several motors used as pumps that are looking for a home ...

Electric Aircraft Conversion  Not rated yet

I have a small kit aircraft that I would like to convert to electric motor power. This aircraft is basically a sight seeing aircraft and flight times ...

Electric Car Motors, Components, and Rain.  Not rated yet



I live on an island (Guam where we get a significant rainfall.

There are some low spots in our roads that end up under water, about ...

AC Electric Car Motor and Generator for 4x4 Conversion  Not rated yet


I have a 1989 Nissan 4x4 KingCab pickup, with a manual transmission. It weighs about 5500 lb. I'd like to convert to electric. I ...

Is This AC Motor Right For an Electric Car?  Not rated yet


Will this AC motor work for an electric car?

I have:
A U.S. Motors inverter duty motor;
60 hp 3-phase ac;
rpm 1780 cont. duty,...

AC Electric Car Motors Horsepower   Not rated yet


What is the range in horsepower with an AC electric car motor?

Hi, VonFeldt -

Honestly, this is a difficult question.

In ...

Ferrari Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet



What's the best electric motor I can use to get the same acceleration out of my Ferrari when I convert it to electric? And which batteries?...

How to Connect the Electric Car Motor to the Transmission  Not rated yet


How do you connect the electric motor to the engine transmission? Is it welded? Do I need to have an adapter or an engineered connector?...

Hyundai to Hybrid Vehicle?  Not rated yet


Is it possible to add an electric motor to the Hyundai XG350 to extend gas mileage?

Hi, Glenn -
The good news? NetGain makes ...

Can I Retrofit my Car into a Generator Hybrid?  Not rated yet
Is it possible to use a small combustion engine, just a few horse power, to turn a generator (also small scale) to simply supplement (provide a percentage ...

Best AC Electric Car Conversion   Not rated yet


It seems that AC drive is the right way to go to do it right. I want to convert a small car to give a 50 mile range where 20 miles ...

Charging an Electric Car with a Wind Turbine  Not rated yet


1. Is it possible to charge your electric car with a wind turbine, and which type of wind turbine will charge it like overnight? 500 ...

Ford F100 Electric Vehicle Conversion  Not rated yet


I have a 1953 Ford F100. What size electric motor would be OK, and what type and price range?

Hi, Robert!

First, I love these ...

72 VW Super Beetle Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet


Can you provide a site, or info, on converting a VW Beetle to an AC electric motor?

Hi, Chris -
Sure.
Check out Jonathan Barraclough'...

Converting an Electric Boat  Not rated yet


I have a 10,000 lb. boat with dual Volvo outdrives that are 1.89/1 with 14 by 15 props.

Would electric motors work here?

Yes....

AC Motors and Electric Motorcycles  Not rated yet


Where is the best place to buy the parts to build an AC electric motorcycle? and I do mean a motorcycle - a street cruiser type not ...

Mazda Pickup Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet


Me and my father are wanting to convert our Mazda truck into an EV, but we both have no idea as to what we are doing. My question is ...

Generator, and AC to DC conversion  Not rated yet
I want to power a small electric cart with a generator. I have a Honda 3000 watt generator that I take camping. It's very quiet and has electric start....

Big AC Electric Car Motor, Small Car  Not rated yet
Is an ac55 motor too heavy for a small car?

Hi, Winfried!

Just how small IS your car? That's not you in the photo up there, is it? Okay, I'...

Are There Electric Car Conversion Kits?  Not rated yet


Is there an electric car conversion kit where a person can make their own electric car?

Hi, Paul -
Sure! It's what I would do ...

Tips for Keeping your EV Motor Dry  Not rated yet



On the question of keeping the electric car's motor dry:

I built a 'pan' to completely cover the bottom of the engine compartment....

Electric Engine used for High Speed Driving  Not rated yet


Where can I buy an 3 Phase Induction AC electric engine that I can use for driving at a speed of about 150mph? I am trying to build ...

Keeping an Electric Car Motor Dry  Not rated yet


When I drive in the rain or cross a creek will that tear up my motor? If I buy an A/C motor would I have to buy an inverter?

Hi,...

How many KW for my electric car motor?  Not rated yet


Would a 3 kw electric car motor suffice, seeing that I am content with a speed of 30 kmph (about 18 mph), if my car weighs 650 kilos ...

Which AC Electric Motor is Best for EV Conversions?  Not rated yet

Can any type of 3 phase AC induction motor be used for a conversion , or should a specific type, such as the type of housing, be used?

Hi,...

Building An Electric Car  Not rated yet


I've been considering for a while on building an all electric car. I live in an area where I have to drive to get pretty much anywhere,...

Cheaper Electric Car Motors  Not rated yet


How and where do you get a cheaper electric car motor? Whenever I look for electric car motors, I'm seeing prices at $6000 to $9000....

Installing an Electric Car Motor   Not rated yet

1. Will I be able to remove the gas engine from my van and install an electric motor attached to the drive shaft?

2. How big is the motor and ...

Motor for Electric Boat Conversion  Not rated yet
What motor would you suggest for electric power for a boat like this?
Eventually I would like to put solar panels as a bimini top. It's simple and ...

EV Conversion Calculator  Not rated yet


Is there an EV conversion calculator somewhere where I can figure out how much motor output I will need for my desired performance?...

1962 Falcon Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet


In my reading here I've got the basics: Golf Cart deep cycle batteries, 3 phase AC Induction Motor.

I'll try this myself, but would ...

Electric Champ Car Conversion  Not rated yet

I'm converting a ChampCar (Swift010) which weighs about 1000 lbs to run off electric.

I want to use the traction motor being sold by Mavin and ...

Building an Electric Vehicle from Scratch  Not rated yet


I would like to build an Electric vehicle from ground up. Starting with Baha type frame and other material from a 100cc motor cycle....

Generator Hybrid Car Question  Not rated yet


I'm building a generator hybrid car, but have not found anywhere on how to connect the generator to the drive train.

I have read ...

Brushless DC Motors  Not rated yet


I may be showing my ignorance, but I believe brushless DC motors run on three phase AC. Why is it called a DC motor?

Well...
Brushless ...

Hybrid Car: Electric Motor, Gas Generator   Not rated yet


I've been kicking this problem around about using a gas generator to power an electric motor. I know it does not take you away from ...

Electric Motorcycle Conversion  Not rated yet



How do you convert a motorcycle to electric? I'm looking to build an electric street cruiser. Not a moped, I mean a real tire smoking ...

Hybrid-Electric SUV Conversion  Not rated yet


Has anyone thought of mounting a 20hp motor on a reinforced differential cover with 2nd pinion on the ring gear facing rearward? Basically ...

Electric Car with a Generator on a Trailer?  Not rated yet


I'm considering getting a 98 Saturn SL1 (I can get the basic car for about $1000.) My idea is to put a small electric generator on a ...

Full Size Electric Truck Conversion  Not rated yet

Could I get a 80 mile round trip on one charge if I converted a full size Chevy pickup, using entire bed for batteries? Also keep it ...

D Cell Batteries for EVs  Not rated yet

Would a series of small battery cells (like D cell batteries) hooked up in series and in parallel provide more and longer lasting power ...

Right Size AC Motor for an Electric Car  Not rated yet

Is there a simple way (formula) to estimate the correct size for a 3-phase AC induction motor for an EV conversion given the weight of ...

Electric Garden Tractor Conversion  Not rated yet


I have a 1979 Cub Cadet 682 garden tractor with a 17 hp gas engine which provides power to a hydrostatic drive and electric clutch ...

Radial flux electric car motors  Not rated yet

What are the advantages of Radial flux AC induction motors? From what I have read, Axial flux motors have a higher efficiency and lower ...

Chevy Astro Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet
What is best electric motor to convert my van? I use it for light loads and most of the time its empty and can i keep the same transmission and if you ...

Does an Electric Car Need a Transmission?  Not rated yet

Does an electric car with an electric DC motor need a transmission?


Hi, Richard -
No.
But...

...let me quote the new "Build ...

Can I Power My AC Electric Car With an AC Generator?  Not rated yet


I want to build an electric car but I don't want to have to carry around all those batteries. It's not just because of weight or ...

Portable Generator Powering an Electric Car Motor?  Not rated yet


Why hasn't someone put a portable generator in the back of their electric truck and run the motor that way?

Is there enough output ...

AC or DC Electric Car Motor?  Not rated yet

Either an ac or dc electric car motor has its good and bad, so how can I have the best of both worlds?

I am currently building a Cobra replica ...

Torque in an AC Electric Car Motor  Not rated yet



How much torque do the AC drive systems generate?

Hi, TR -
The Azure Dynamics 3-phase AC electric motors - the ones most often ...

The Right AC Electric Motor for a VW conversion  Not rated yet
What AC motors do you recommend that I look at? I just got my convertible VW and am ready to start my winter project for next summer.

Hi, Jeremie!...

Diesel Generator in my Electric Car  Not rated yet


Is it possible to install a diesel generator to power an electric motor?

If so, what would you recommend to power a fiberglass ...

Nissan Frontier a Good EV Conversion Choice?  Not rated yet
Has anyone ever seen a 4 door Nissan Frontier truck converted? The older ones ~2000 appear to be a little smaller and lighter. I know it's a little ...

Two Electric Car Motors at a Time  Not rated yet



Can you use two electric car motors in a conversion at one time?

Hi, Joe!
Sure you can. The White Zombie has two motors, which ...

How Much Electricity Does an EV Need?  Not rated yet



How much electricity (watts) does the motor consume to run an electric car?
How much voltage do I need to run a motor? Is there ...

How Difficult is AC Electric Car Conversion?  Not rated yet

How hard is it to do an AC electric car conversion?

I am not a stranger to working on cars but I have never done anything with electric....

Which Electric Car Motor Needed for Speed?  Not rated yet


I want to make an electric SUV - in fact I am planning a Suburban. Can any of these motors reach speeds of 75mph in a vehicle do ...

Which AC electric car conversion kit?  Not rated yet

I want an AC electric car conversion. I am planning on converting a RWD car, possibly mid-engine, and was having difficulty finding the ...

Electric Car Conversions - No Previous Experience!  Not rated yet

What experience level is realistically needed to convert a car/van to an electric vehicle, and what kind of money are we talking about?...

Why no Diesel Hybrid Electric Cars?  Not rated yet

I want to know why a car can't be designed like a locomotive. Have a diesel generator and electric motor without batteries. I read where ...

Electric Car Motor for Nissan Sentra  Not rated yet


I want to convert my 1993 Nissan Sentra to an electric car. What is the right motor size?

My driving conditions are: no hills,...

Building an AC Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet

Where do I find a schematic and plans for an AC motor electric car?


Hi, Steve -
If you want to convert an existing car to run ...

Finding EV Conversion Parts  Not rated yet

Where do I purchase the different parts necessary to convert a car to electric, such as a controller?


Hi, Michael!
There are ...

English Petrol Prices  Not rated yet
I don't mean to sound rude, but English petrol prices are far far worse than American prices at the moment, we are currently paying 1.20 per litre ...

Converting my Car to EV from Scratch  Not rated yet

Where can I buy everything I need to convert my car over to an electric car? Including a 3 phase AC inverted motor, how to connect the ...

Electric Power Generator With AC Motor  Not rated yet
You mentioned that you could run a small electric power generator to run an AC motor and the motors mentioned were the Solectria AC55 motor and the ...

Scrounging AC Electric Car Motors  Not rated yet

What else are 3-phase AC induction motors used for? In other words, can old ones be scrounged for your electric car conversion?


Hi,...

EV Conversion Kit for a Hyundai Accent  Not rated yet
What kind of EV motor and conversion kit would you suggest for a 2001 Hyundai Accent ?

Hi, Jeremy -
First, how much money have you got to spend?...

EVs and Generators  Not rated yet

I want to use a generator to power the Siemens 1pv135-4ws28 motor in an EV instead of using batteries and an inverter. What should the ...

Controller for 3 phase EV motor  Not rated yet


What controller do you recommend for the 3 phase A/C EV motor, they do not make the Hughes Dolphin system, what replaces it?


Hi,...

Prius Batteries in my EV project?  Not rated yet
Can I use my two 270v NiMH Prius batteries to power the EV I'm building with an AC 3 phase induction 10 hp 3500 rpm motor?
Also, do they make a DC ...

Different Electric Car Motor Ideas  Not rated yet

I am thinking of converting my 89 Honda Civic s/w to an all electric power driven system. I really don't want to go to a kit. Can you ...

Which car is most suitable for electric conversion?  Not rated yet

I'm new to car converting but I'm a great believer in EVs and after watching "Who Killed The Electric Car" and reading a heap of EV web-...

Electric hybrid S-10 Blazer  Not rated yet


Since my 1993 S10 Blazer has four wheel drive, I am thinking about a hybrid where the drive shaft is disconnected and the rear wheels ...

Electric Car Motor: Duty Rating  Not rated yet



Will a 3 phase electric motor from an older air compressor work for an electric car conversion?

Hi, Patrick -
There's a reason ...

AC Jetta Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet


I want to start out with a rear wheel electric motor. I want to leave the engine in the front until I am ready to yank it a drop ...

Freeway-able Electric Car Conversion  Not rated yet

I am considering doing a conversion but don't know what vehicle and components would best suit my needs.
Here are the requirements I ...

SUVs and electric vehicles  Not rated yet

Can SUVs (i.e. Mazda Tribute '06) be fitted with an electric motor and what would be the approximate cost of such an overhaul?

Hi,...

Electric Vehicle Conversion: 4x4  Not rated yet

I have a VW SYNCRO 4x4 VAN and its a Standard Tranny with a 2.1 FI engine.

Is there ANY way to convert this vehicle to electric?...

Big EV conversion, little EV conversion  Not rated yet

Lets take a big F-250, fill up the back with lots of batteries,electric hot water heat and a great sound system!

What motor would you ...

Hybrid SUV: Making the connection  Not rated yet

I want to convert my Toyota SUV to be an electric assist hybrid. How do you make the connection between the motor and the new drive ...

Need Electric Motor and Controller  Not rated yet


I am cutting up a older truck to turn in to a electric truck, and I need help picking a motor and controller. I own a very well equipped ...

3 Battery Banks, 3-phase AC?  Not rated yet


In my mind I want to use three "banks" of batteries, so 3 legs of power (batteries wired in series) "invert" the three legs into a ...

Electric Car Conversion Accessories  Not rated yet
I've looked at several motors and the dual shaft looks like it would drive the accessories - you know, A/C, Power Steering and all that stuff - is that ...

Electric ATV Conversion  Not rated yet
Does anyone know of someone who has converted an ATV? Which systems would be best for this, and what kind of range would I be looking at?
Is there ...

How Many Amps Needed?  Not rated yet
How many amps does the average electric car need?

Hi, Jeremy -
Jim Husted from Hi-Torque Electric says:

"This depends on what kind of speed and ...

EV Motor Questions: Installation  Not rated yet
How do you connect the motor to the rear wheels? I assume it fits between the wheels like a differential.
What happens when you turn a corner?...

Chevrolet Suburban Hybrid  Not rated yet
I was thinking about attaching an electric motor to the driveshaft of my 2 wheel drive, 3/4 ton 454 Suburban. The truck eats gas by nature of course....

Little Red (Electric) Corvette  Not rated yet

I have an old '73 Corvette that's been my shop for the last 5 years collecting dust, and it just hit me, why not convert it to electric?...

Convert my motorhome to electric?  Not rated yet
I am in the process of restoring a 1968 Travco Motor Home. It weighs approximately 6,500 pounds. It is twenty feet in length and currently has driver ...

Is My Motor Too Small For My EV Conversion?  Not rated yet

I want to use a 10 hp motor (approx 7500 watts and 3500 rpm with a 1:2 gearbox) with an Allen-Bradley power flex 40 drive, and a good ...

Higher Voltage - Advance the brushes  Not rated yet
I have a GE motor that is rated at (according to the nameplate) 36/48 volts. Can I run it at a higher voltage? Why the option?

Hi, Harvey -
Jim ...

Best size for electric car motor?  Not rated yet
What is the best sized electric car motor?

Hi, Martin!
A medium sized one. Small is too small, and large is...
Okay, just kidding.

When you'...

Does an EV Need a Transmission or Not?  Not rated yet


Why not bypass the transmission and connect the electric motor directly to the differential with a universal joint?

Since the electric ...

What HP electric motor does my conversion need?  Not rated yet
I am just starting to look at building an electric vehicle. I have the mechanical know how but lack the electrical know how. What HP motor should be ...

Converting a 740i BMW to electric  Not rated yet
Hi, I own a beautiful 1996 740i Beamer that because of the now absurd fuel prices in New Zealand is as good as worthless. Rather than selling it for next ...

Electric Car Motor Size: 3 phase AC  Not rated yet
How big of a 3 phase AC motor do you need to power a medium size electric car, and how much AC power is required to run this motor - not using DC and ...

EV Motor Suggestion, Please?  Not rated yet
I'm working on a project and I have to choose an electric motor . I need about 15KW of power and as much torque as possible. It for an off-road vehicle ...