Electric vehicles have many advantages over their gas-powered counterparts. They're ecologically sound, much cheaper to operate, and require almost no routine maintenance. Drivers can enjoy the clean-running convenience and economy of an electric vehicle for as much as it costs to buy a new car. This illustrated guide explains step by step how to build an inexpensive EV from a kit or convert an existing internal combustion engine. Build Your Own Electric Car begins with an informative history of electric vehicles, current international advances in EV technology, and a look ahead at the future of EV development. Then, author Bob Brant gives a building-block description of each EV component-motor, drive train, controllers, power supplies, chargers, and chassis-and how to put them all together to make a working vehicle. He also gives valuable advice on where to find affordable EV components and systems, how to get the most out of EV driving and ownership, and how to make the best buy, build, and conversion tradeoffs.

Build Your Own Electric Vehicle

Bob Brant

Tab Books

Build Your Own Electric Vehicle, Third Edition

Seth Leitman

McGraw-Hill Education TAB

This book contains all the information readers need to assemble their own "CAT Macs" - Macintosh compatibles made up entirely of easy-to-obtain mail order catalogue parts. The author explains how to buy components at the best prices, how to put the parts together, and what to look out for during construction. Readers also get an overview of electronics theory and techniques and information on low cost upgrades for older Macs.

Build Your Own Macintosh and Save a Bundle

Computers & Technology

Hardware & DIY

Windcrest

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