Suppose you want to switch your gasoline-powered car to an electric vehicle while saving yourself the hassle of buying a new car. In that case, Chevrolet's forthcoming electric retrofit kits may be just what you need. The American automaker plans to start selling retrofit kits for gasoline motors in the second half of 2021. The kits can be used to change the gasoline motor on many of the company's cars to an all-electric motor starting next year. Some modifications are necessary, which require the assistance of a skilled technician, but it is certainly possible to change your car's source of power from gasoline to electric.
Chevrolet's motor crate kits will likely be available approximately halfway through 2021. They contain the motor from the Chevrolet Bolt EV, a popular all-electric vehicle. The Bolt EV's electric motor system produces about 200 HP, which is the same amount of power you can expect from a conversion kit.
EV Conversion Kit
If you're wondering what the conversion kit includes, there are many features. You will also get a 400-volt battery pack with the electric motor. Additional accessories are included to configure the electric motor, including a wiring harness and production motors. You may need to purchase some additional features to further accessorize the system, including an electric pump, an electric steering kit, and an electronic controller that provides real-time feedback about the vehicle's battery power left after a charge. You may also need to update the braking system to be compatible with the new electric motor. You may also need a power inverter, motor control, battery management, and cooling system. Of course, if you have any questions about the features and amenities included in the conversion kits, and if you need assistance installing a conversion kit, be sure to ask our expert mechanics for assistance.
Conversion Kit Installation
Converting the gasoline engine to an electric motor will require some work. However, the electric motor can be easily integrated into the framework of the existing mechanical configuration. The electric motor from the Chevy Bolt EV can be connected to the current transmission system, which then connects to the drivetrain. The integrated system retains essential features such as overcharge protection, battery temperature regulation, and regenerative braking.
Parts for the electric motor kit are sourced from the Chevrolet Bolt EV, which ranks in the top five among electric vehicles. The Chevrolet Bolt EV produces about 200 HP and over 260 LB-FT of torque with its electric motor. While the Bolt EV has a single-speed transmission, the transmission can be adapted to your vehicle.
