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Gadget Guru28 T3 Tomorrow ’s Technology Today MARCH 2019 WWW.T3INDIA.COMT3’s tech mechanic is here to
GADGET GURU install an electric knowledge kit
Guru sees where you’re
coming from, reader. You
candothissortofthing
to bikes with a little persistance
and one of Cyclotricity’s
conversion kits. Guru also thinks
you’re a bit mad for considering
such a thing.
Nonetheless, you might be able
to get the job done, but not
alone. You’ll need specialist help,
the willingness to leave your
vehiclewithamechanicforalong
time, and a wallet that just can’t
standtohaveallthatcashinitfor
one second longer. ZeroEV can
supply a basic Tesla large drive
unit package, which will set youback approx.`10 lakhsbefore
you’ve even considered the cost
of installation, the Tesla battery
modules you’ll need, exactly
wherethey’regoingtogoinyour
car,andifit’llevenworkoutat
all. There are cheaper DC
motors, cheaper batteries,
different ways to actually do the
conversion. You might be able to
get it done for less. And yes,Can I turn my car electric?
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Guru has seen a video of a
Porsche 911, powered by a Tesla
kit, set on fire just to look cool,
and that did set him tingling. But
this isn’t something you should
necessarily do unless you’re
feeling overly frivolous.
A better choice might be to sell
on what you’ve got and pick up
a new electric car. There’s now
more to pick from, with all and
sundry getting into the game:
VW’s e-Up might just cost less
than a conversion, and won’t
leave you at a refuelling
disadvantage should you wish to
take a longer trip in yourILLUSTRATIONS: STEPHEN KELLY big-boy car.
A basic Tesla large drive unit
package will cost you a pretty
penny before you’ve even
considered the cost of installation
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