Electric Cars Blog

EV Transmissions and Reducing RPM's at Speed

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 it would seem

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Guide for Small EV Conversions?

Is there a guide to converting a small car to electric, and a complete parts list of the needed hardware? I want to learn how, but I need help to know

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Electric Land Rover Conversion

I need a SUV for work, but feel guilty about the gas mileage. Thinking about buying a used Land Rover and converting it myself. I've seen on the Internet

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Maintenance Free Batteries?

What's the difference between a maintenance free and a deep cell battery? Hi, Jack! Let's see. Maintenance free means it's sealed. Means you don't

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Charging Dead 8v Golf Cart Batteries With a Car Charger

My charger was not working and my batteries got so low that they do not have enough charge in them to call for the charger to cut on and charge them.

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Restoring Golf Cart Batteries

I have some older 6 volt batteries that have been drawn down over time in storage. Is there a way to revive them? They charge, but only up to 5.5 volts.

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Need to charge new golf cart batteries?

Is it necessary to charge new batteries when installing? Hi, George - Battery University says that if your batteries are lead-acid, they come already

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Small NIMH Batteries to Power an Electric Car?

I have several hundred 7.4v 1100 mah NIMH batteries. Can I wire them together to make a battery pack large enough to power an AC electric car? Hi, ManZie

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Wheego Whip: Now with Lithium!

The Wheego Whip has gone on a lithium diet, lost a little weight, and is now officially a hottie.

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AC Electric Car Motor and Generator for 4x4 Conversion

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 think I'd prefer

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