If you’re like me, you’d love to have an electric car that doesn’t use any fuel. Of course, this technology is a couple years away from being mass-produced in North America. But it’s still something to think about. Some people have figured out how to convert your current gasoline-powered car into an electric car, though. Although I haven’t tested the process and have no idea if it even works, here is how they do it. Maybe if you know something about cars and engineering, you can do this yourself at home.
The main idea behind the conversion is to take out the gasoline-powered motor and replace it with an electric one. The electric motor still needs the transmission, but you’ll need to keep it detached from the electric motor. Keep the transmission where it is.
The next thing to consider is the welding work. You’ll need to create a cradle for the new electric motor so it fits nicely and snugly under the hood. This also allows you to switch out the motors with less hassle.
Other than those two steps, there isn’t a lot to converting your car if you know what you’re doing. You can also find cars that don’t have engines in them. That makes the whole process that much simpler. Or, if you prefer, you can visit your local Nissan dealer soon. They’ll have electric cars on the lot by 2010. They’ll be here before you know it!
