Going to the local gas station to refuel in mid-2008 was a stressful experience. Back then, the world price of crude oil peaked at $ 150 a barrel. That, in effect, has caused car owners a lot of problems. The sudden increase in the energy bill took many people by surprise and many simply could not cope. Some had no other choice and sold their vehicle and used public transportation. Others were desperately looking for an alternative energy source for their cars. The solution came in the form of electricity. The electric car was considered a more economical way to travel. Unfortunately, a new electric car on the market is still relatively expensive. Those who couldn’t afford it converted their existing gasoline car to run on electric power through a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach. How practical is a homemade electric vehicle (EV) from home. This article will provide information on the subject.

The concept of a DIY electric car is to remove the internal combustion engine and use a DC electric motor to generate power. The engine is directly connected to the existing transmission. Since the engine is gone, all its connecting components such as the gas tank, fuel lines, and exhaust pipe are also removed. A series of deep-cycle acid-flooded batteries are used to power the engine.

Adapting an electric vehicle on your own can be tricky if you don’t have the skill or don’t know how to do it. Much of the work will involve electrical wiring and machine tools. If you are unfamiliar with the inner workings of a car, it is recommended that you hire a professional mechanic to help you with the conversion. This approach will involve some monetary investment, but it will save you a lot of time and unnecessary headaches.