<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<rss version="2.0"
	xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"
	xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/"
	xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/"
	xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"
	xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/"
	xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"
	>

<channel>
	<title>Electric Vehicles Blog &#124; LSV, NEV &#38; Electric Cars &#187; Kits</title>
	<atom:link href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/tag/kits/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" />
	<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog</link>
	<description>Neighborhood Electric Vehicles &#38; Low Speed Vehicles</description>
	<lastBuildDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 13:13:11 +0000</lastBuildDate>
	<generator>http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2</generator>
	<language>en</language>
	<sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod>
	<sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency>
			<item>
		<title>EV Secrets &#8211; Electric Car Conversion Kits</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/ev-secrets-electric-car-conversion-kits/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/ev-secrets-electric-car-conversion-kits/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 05:57:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Secrets]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/ev-secrets-electric-car-conversion-kits/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[These days, many people are starting to turn to electric powered cars to save more money. This is one of the reasons why more and more people are searching for information on electric car conversion kits. With the continuous increase in oil prices, it is no surprise that there is also an increasing number of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These days, many people are starting to turn to electric powered cars to save more money. This is one of the reasons why more and more people are searching for information on electric car conversion kits. With the continuous increase in oil prices, it is no surprise that there is also an increasing number of people who are turning away from gas powered vehicles.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/OmXxK">Click Here For EV Secrets Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<p>Aside from the increasing gas prices, people are also starting to grow more concerned about the harmful effects of carbon emissions. The present financial crisis is another factor that continues to make people consider owning an electric powered car.</p>
<p>If you are thinking about having a copy of <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.slideshare.net/onlineproreview/ev-secrets-review-best-gavin-shoebridge-ev-secrets-revealed">electric car conversion kits</a>, you must know that there are generally two kinds of kits. One kind of kit will require you to replace your traditional gas fuel engine with an electric drive system. The other kind will require you to install an electric drive system without having to completely remove your gas engine. </p>
<p>It helps to take note of the benefits and disadvantages of having to completely replace your gas engine with an electric one and not having to completely replace your traditional gas engine with an electric drive system. You must also remember that every conversion kit comes with a control mechanism, an electric motor, and a battery.    </p>
<p>While there are still quite a number of people who do believe that electric cars are not really efficient and they tend to be very slow, it is without a doubt that electric powered cars is a new trend in alternative forms of transportation. Electric car conversion kits make it possible for us to build and own an electric powered vehicle. They also help us realize reduced costs in fuel and they also help us do our share in helping Mother Nature.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/OmXxK">Click Here For EV Secrets Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">
<p>This author writes about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://how-to-build-a-small-electric-car.weebly.com/">How To Build a Small Electric Car</a> at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.zimbio.com/Electric Cars/articles/7uXd3dko4X-/EV Secrets Review Best Gavin Shoebridge EV">EV Secrets</a></p>
</div>
</div>
<p><a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/electric-vehicles.php">Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-vehicles.php">Street Legal Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href=" http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-cars.php">Street Legal Electric Cars</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/ev-secrets-electric-car-conversion-kits/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Electric Conversion Made Easy &#8211; Electric Car Conversions Kits</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversions-kits/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversions-kits/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 24 Jan 2010 17:58:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversions]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Easy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Made]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversions-kits/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Do you want to give up on paying too much on gas because you realized that you are actually spending a lot of money on it? Do you want to convert your car because you&#8217;ve heard that it can really save you more money? If you are planning to convert your car and make it [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you want to give up on paying too much on gas because you realized that you are actually spending a lot of money on it? Do you want to convert your car because you&#8217;ve heard that it can really save you more money? If you are planning to convert your car and make it an electric one, then what you need is electric car conversions kits. This kind of kit will do the job for you when it comes to converting your car. Before you buy the kit, you must keep in mind these tips:</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/Eqx7Y">Click Here For Electric Conversion Made Easy Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<p>Tip # 1: Know The Kind of Kit You Need</p>
<p>There are tons of <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.slideshare.net/diyelectriccar/electric-conversion-made-easy-review-gavin-shoebridge-ev">electric car conversions kits</a> available in the market, if you want to have your car converted successfully then you must really know what kind of kit will be the one that you need. Try to do some research about the kit so that it will be much better for you to choose the one for you.</p>
<p>Tip # 2: Read Customer&#8217;s Reviews</p>
<p>If you want the kit to be the best among the rest, then what you need to do would be to read the product reviews that can be found on the internet. There are several car conversion kits that are for sale, so if you want to get the best from the bunch, all you got to do is to read the reviews and decision making about buying the kit will be much easier for you.</p>
<p>Tip # 3: Ask The Experts</p>
<p>If you know anyone who already have converted their car, then it will be much better if you talk to them and ask them some questions. This will really help a lot because these people are considered experts and they know already what to do. Their advices will surely help you big time.</p>
<p>In this kind of economy, it is really important that we know how to save money. If you would be able to know more information about electric car conversions kits and have your car converted, you will surely help Mother Nature and you will surely save a lot of money. Good Luck!<br /><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/Eqx7Y"><br />Click Here For Electric Conversion Made Easy Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">
<p>This author writes about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org/">DIY Electric Car Kits</a> at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org/electric-car-conversion-kits-for-sale/">Electric Car Conversion Kits For Sale</a></p>
</div>
</div>
<p><a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/electric-vehicles.php">Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-vehicles.php">Street Legal Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href=" http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-cars.php">Street Legal Electric Cars</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversions-kits/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Electricity 4 Gas &#8211; Gas To Electric Car Conversion Kits</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electricity-4-gas-gas-to-electric-car-conversion-kits/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electricity-4-gas-gas-to-electric-car-conversion-kits/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:57:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electricity]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electricity-4-gas-gas-to-electric-car-conversion-kits/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[Because of the growing environmental concerns, continuously increasing oil prices, and impending shortage of conventional fuels, people have been looking for alternative sources of energy. For some people, especially for those who are well-off, it may be easy to buy brand new hybrid or electric cars. But for the majority who cannot afford to do [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Because of the growing environmental concerns, continuously increasing oil prices, and impending shortage of conventional fuels, people have been looking for alternative sources of energy. For some people, especially for those who are well-off, it may be easy to buy brand new hybrid or electric cars. But for the majority who cannot afford to do so or even those who do not want to do so, there is a way for them to keep their present car while still drawing the benefits of an electric vehicle. This, of course, is done by using <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.slideshare.net/diyelectriccar/electricity-4-gas-electric-car-motor-conversion">gas to electric cars conversion kits</a>.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/1JA4Qc">Click Here For Electricity 4 Gas Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<p>There are some people who think that electric car kits are not very efficient. They even think that they adversely affect your present car’s mechanism. However, the truth is in fact the opposite – they are very efficient. The continuing advancements in conversion kit technologies allows for more benefits or advantages in using these kits.</p>
<p>Cars which are fitted with electric car kits deliver speeds that are at par with most non-electric and standard electric cars. There is no reason to believe that these cars are very slow. They come with very good cruising speeds, which can save you a lot of time and money.</p>
<p>The major advantage of using electric cars is that they not only significantly reduce your fuel costs, but they also provide a totally pollution-free driving experience. As we all know, one of the major contributors to the rising level of carbon in the atmosphere is carbon emission from cars, which aggravates global warming. There is just clean emission coming out from electric cars, contributing to zero smog. You can drive your electric car with ease and comfort, confident that you are not causing the environment any harm.</p>
<p>Electric cars are environment-friendly means of transportation that are very worthy of investing in.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/1JA4Qc">Click Here For Electricity 4 Gas Instant Access Now!</a></p>
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">
<p>This author writes about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org/convert-gas-to-electric-car/">Convert Gas To Electric Car</a> at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org">DIY Electric Car</a>.
</p>
</div>
</div>
<p><a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/electric-vehicles.php">Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-vehicles.php">Street Legal Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href=" http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-cars.php">Street Legal Electric Cars</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electricity-4-gas-gas-to-electric-car-conversion-kits/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Electric Conversion Made Easy &#8211; Electric Car Conversion Kits</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversion-kits/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversion-kits/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 10 Jan 2010 05:58:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Easy]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Made]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversion-kits/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[The growing environmental concerns, continuously increasing oil prices, and impending shortage of conventional fuels, have driven people to look for alternative sources of energy. For some, especially for those who are well-off, it may be easy to buy brand new hybrid or electric cars. But for the majority who cannot afford to do so or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The growing environmental concerns, continuously increasing oil prices, and impending shortage of conventional fuels, have driven people to look for alternative sources of energy. For some, especially for those who are well-off, it may be easy to buy brand new hybrid or electric cars. But for the majority who cannot afford to do so or even those who do not want to do so, there is a way for them to keep their present car while still drawing the benefits of an electric vehicle. This, of course, is done by using electric cars conversion kits.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/Eqx7Y">Click Here For Electric Conversion Made Easy Instant Access!</a></p>
<p>There are some people who think that electric car kits are not very efficient. These people even think that converting your gasoline-powered car to electric adversely affects your present car’s mechanism. The truth behind this is that electric car kits are in fact very efficient. The continuing advancements in conversion kit technologies allows for more benefits or advantages in using these kits.</p>
<p>Cars which are fitted with electric car kits deliver speeds that are at par with most non-electric and standard electric cars. There is no reason to believe that these cars are very slow. They come with very good cruising speeds, which can save you a lot of time and money.</p>
<p>But perhaps the major advantage of using electric cars is that they not only significantly reduce your fuel costs, but they also provide a totally pollution-free driving experience. One of the major contributors to the rising level of carbon in the atmosphere is carbon emission from cars, which aggravates global warming. There is just clean emission coming out from electric cars, contributing to zero smog. </p>
<p>Purchase <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.slideshare.net/diyelectriccar/gavin-shoebridge-electric-conversion-made-easy-review">electric car conversion kits</a> now and build your own electric car. Rest assured that will be driving your electric car with ease and comfort, confident that you are not causing the environment any harm.</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://bit.ly/Eqx7Y">Click Here For Electric Conversion Made Easy Instant Access!</a></p>
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">
<p>This author writes about <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org/electric-car-motor-conversion/">Electric Car Motor Conversion</a> at <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.diyelectriccar.org">DIY Electric Car Conversions</a>.
</p>
</div>
</div>
<p><a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/electric-vehicles.php">Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-vehicles.php">Street Legal Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href=" http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-cars.php">Street Legal Electric Cars</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2010/01/electric-conversion-made-easy-electric-car-conversion-kits/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Electric Car Conversion Kits &#8211; Useful Tips On Dealing With Them</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/12/electric-car-conversion-kits-useful-tips-on-dealing-with-them/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/12/electric-car-conversion-kits-useful-tips-on-dealing-with-them/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Dec 2009 06:01:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Conversion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Dealing]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Them]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Tips]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Useful]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/12/electric-car-conversion-kits-useful-tips-on-dealing-with-them/</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[An electric car conversion kit will allow an individual to make a gasoline propelled vehicle into an electric vehicle.  If you are interested in electric car conversion kits, they are available from vendors to use in a do-it-yourself form. You should research the best types of cars suited for the electric car conversion kit [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An electric car conversion kit will allow an individual to make a gasoline propelled vehicle into an electric vehicle.  If you are interested in electric car conversion kits, they are available from vendors to use in a do-it-yourself form. You should research the best types of cars suited for the electric car conversion kit as well as the type of car to meet your needs. However, there are a number of things to keep in mind before converting to a &#8220;green&#8221; car.</p>
<p>A Few Things To Consider</p>
<p>The majority of electric cars can only be driven between 30 and 100 miles, this is affected by driving conditions and the weight of theautomobile.    For those who have a daily commute in this range, an electric car conversion kit makes perfect sense.  For a two car family, where one vehicle is used only for short trips, an electric car is a good alternative.  It will save a great deal on the costs of gasoline annually. If your daily commute is more than 30 miles one way and/or in rough or hilly conditions, an electric car may not be the best alternative for you. However, if the daily commute is only 20 miles each way, and the road conditions are normal it may be ideal. </p>
<p>An electric vehicle needs to be recharged overnight.  This requires a garage or carport that has electrical outlets.  Most electric car conversion kits allow your car to travel up to 25 miles &#8220;per gallon&#8221; ratio, top speeds are comparable to gas-powered vehicles, and can carry up to four passengers. The cost is usually less than $10,000, but batteries need to be purchased about once a year.  These cost about $300 each; that is another expense that should be considered.</p>
<p>
Individuals who are interested in learning more about electric car kit conversions can attend various schools with courses on the subject. These courses show the proper way to perform the elements of the conversion process, reducing mistakes and errors that can affect the end result. There are also various workshops available in communities with instructors who are qualified to give you the basic information for working with an electric car kit. They can also assist you with devising a time frame and budget that works to get the project done. For those who aren&#8217;t confident in their mechanical abilities, a mechanic with experience in this type of installation may be the best option.  Companies which specialize in converting vehicles are springing up rapidly.  Many are available via the Internet, and there are also websites which direct the user to conversion specialists near their areas.</p>
<p>Having considered all the ramifications and limitations of converting your vehicle, and if you decide that its right for you and your family, there are many ways of going about the process.   Once completed, you will have the satisfaction of knowing that you have done your part toward protecting the environment, and saving yourself money, too.</p>
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">
<p>Abhishek is an avid Environmentalist and he has got some great <b><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.Wonder-Homes.com/643/index.htm"> Alternative Fuel Secrets </a></b> up his sleeves! Download his <b>FREE 70 Pages Ebook</b>, &#8220;Energy Conservation And Alternative Fuel&#8221; from his website <b><a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.Wonder-Homes.com/643/index.htm"> </a><a rel="nofollow" target="_blank" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.Wonder-Homes.com/643/index.htm">http://www.Wonder-Homes.com/643/index.htm</a> </b>. <i>Only limited Free Copies available.</i></p>
</div>
</div>
<p><a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/electric-vehicles.php">Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href="http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-vehicles.php">Street Legal Electric Vehicles</a> | <a href=" http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/street-legal-electric-cars.php">Street Legal Electric Cars</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/12/electric-car-conversion-kits-useful-tips-on-dealing-with-them/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
		<item>
		<title>Electric Vehicle Kits: Build Your Own Electric Car</title>
		<link>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/11/electric-vehicle-kits-build-your-own-electric-car/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/11/electric-vehicle-kits-build-your-own-electric-car/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:58:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>admin</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Electric Vehicles News]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Build]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Electric]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Kits]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Vehicle]]></category>

		<guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/?p=19</guid>
		<description><![CDATA[With rising fuel costs, more and more people and are looking for alternatives. One such alternative that is gaining popularity, especially with the do-it yourself types, are the electric vehicle kits. Anyone familiar with automobiles can now use these kits to convert traditional gas powered vehicles to one powered by electric current.
&#13;However, converting a traditional [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With rising fuel costs, more and more people and are looking for alternatives. One such alternative that is gaining popularity, especially with the do-it yourself types, are the electric vehicle kits. Anyone familiar with automobiles can now use these kits to convert traditional gas powered vehicles to one powered by electric current.</p>
<p>&#13;However, converting a traditional Gas powered vehicle into an electric vehicle can be a very daunting task. Only those who are the very mechanically minded should try this. To convert the vehicle will require extensive modifications to nearly all-mechanical parts of the car. Everything from the engine to the radiator, heater and air-conditioning, to the gauges on the panel. On top of that, the electric cars have to be recharged on a regular basis, which means having to purchase or use the services of recharging station. Solar power could be another potential source of power for the electric vehicle.</p>
<p>&#13;Can any car be converted into an electric vehicle?</p>
<p>&#13;Unfortunately, the answer is no. Not all cars can be converted into an electric vehicle. However, and the most common electric vehicle kit seems to be the Chevy S-10 pick up kit. For examples to follow just do a search online for Chevy S-10 pickup Electric conversions. Other cars that are good candidates for conversion are the Chevy Geo, especially from 1989 to 1999. These cars are good potential candidates for an electric vehicle kit conversion. Cars similar to the Chevy Geo Metro, such as the Chevy Sprint, Pontiac Firefly and the Suzuki Swift are also ideal for conversions too.</p>
<p>&#13;Are there downsides to using an electric vehicle kit?</p>
<p>&#13;Going back a few years, many people associated electric powered vehicles with slowness and a lack of power. But as usual, thanks to technology, significant advances in the electric vehicle have changed all that. With these electric vehicle kits some cars can reach top speeds of between 70 and 75 mph. nonetheless, converting to electric power still has its drawbacks.</p>
<p>&#13;The biggest drawback it is of course the need for recharging the batteries. As an example, the Chevy Geo Metro kit must be recharged every 20 to 40 miles, depending on driving habits and battery quality. For city driving, this would be ideal. However, for lengthy commutes on the highway, this would not be ideal.</p>
<p>&#13;The Chevy S-10 with an electric vehicle kit installed will run a little longer on a single charge. On a single charge, the S-10 should last between 40 and 60 miles. Again this depends upon the driving habits as well as the size and quality of batteries. Some S-10 models can be equipped with solar powered panels which would in reduced in the need for charging, at least when driving during daylight hours.</p>
<p>&#13;Converting vehicles with electric vehicle kits is not a cheap affair. Most conversion kits seem to cost between $8000 to $10,000. And this does not even include professional installation as well as the cost of the batteries, not to mention access to or the purchase of a charging station.</p>
<p>&#13;Quite frankly, with the cost involved of using an electric vehicle kit, it probably wouldn&#8217;t be very practical for the average consumer, especially if they do a lot of highway driving. However, that being said, it probably would be ideal for a back yard mechanic who loves to tinker with cars and has a few bucks to throw around and wants to impress his beer-drinking buddies.</p>
<p> &#13;
<div style="margin:5px;padding:5px;border:1px solid #c1c1c1;font-size: 10px;">
<div class="text">Kerry Ng is a successful Webmaster and publisher of The Hybrid Cars Blog. For more great helpful information about the Hybrid Cars visit <a rel="nofollow" onclick="javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('/outgoing/article_exit_link');" href="http://www.hybridcarsinfoblog.com/build-your-own-electric-vehicle">The Hybrid Cars Blog</a></div>
</div>
]]></content:encoded>
			<wfw:commentRss>http://www.gokartroadratracing.com/blog/2009/11/electric-vehicle-kits-build-your-own-electric-car/feed/</wfw:commentRss>
		<slash:comments>0</slash:comments>
		</item>
	</channel>
</rss>
