1.We know Rich Rebuilds, the man who documents salvaging and repairing Tesla’s, but who was Rich Benoit before this life? What’s your background? My background is in information technology, a fancy name for an IT guy 2.When and where did the idea come from that not only could you salvage parts from damaged Tesla’s,…
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Speed Shop Archives – Page 3 of 4 – Electric Speed Shop
In Part 2 of our design series, we talked about how to design for/install your batteries, motors and brakes. In this, we are going to keep it a little shorter, touching on your cars 12 Volt system. Prior to starting your conversion, you car had an alternator. The alternator is belt driven and runs off…
Robert Llewllyn of Fully Charged Show – Electric Speed Shop
My background is very undramatic. Middle child of three, grew up in the midlands, went to grammar school eventually dropped out and became a fringe dwelling hippy. Worked in all manner of jobs. First became an apprentice shoemaker and through a series of fortunate events ended up on stage, and through that, television. I always…
Q&A Sessions Archives – Page 2 of 4 – Electric Speed Shop
How did your team come together and get started in this Business? The genesis of our vision began with our Founder, Michael M. Richardson. His original inspirations and individual story can be found on our site: https://retro-ev.com/about/ under Founder’s Story. Michael’s decision to dive in and start the firm began in 2014. In Tallinn, Estonia…
Speed Shop Archives – Page 2 of 4 – Electric Speed Shop
Normally my goal is to post updates on the progress of growing this blog to an electric speed shop for conversions and custom electric vehicles. This is a special update however, and one that is needed. If you are reading this, you are obviously on our new blog site. Hopefully you find it simple, easy…
Speed Shop Archives – Electric Speed Shop
Conclusion & Cost – Dodge Challenger SWAP-C Finally! The conclusion of the Dodge Challenger electric conversion SWAP-C study. In part 1 I looked at the weight, part 2 the space and part 3 the power. Now in part 4, I will revisit and update each section, along with looking at the potential cost. In part…
SWAP-C Challenger : Conclusion – Electric Speed Shop
Finally! The conclusion of the Dodge Challenger electric conversion SWAP-C study. In part 1 I looked at the weight, part 2 the space and part 3 the power. Now in part 4, I will revisit and update each section, along with looking at the potential cost. In part 3, it was determined that to obtain…
EV News Archives – Page 3 of 3 – Electric Speed Shop
Peugeot, a french automaker, revealed what is sadly only a concept electric coup. Called the “e-Legend” this is a beautiful all electric coupe that is clearly taking aim at the lack of current “muscle car” styled EVs. Does it remind anyone else of the modern Camaro or are we just seeing things? Even if it…
EV News Archives – Page 2 of 3 – Electric Speed Shop
Early this week we shared a post about Chevrolet announcement for the 2019 eCOPO Camaro. “e” being that part that gets us excited. The COPO is a limited edition release every year from the bowtie brand, and is specifically designed for the drag strip. For reference, the 2017 COPO Camaro had 470 hp and a…
EV News Archives – Electric Speed Shop
Rivian announces $700 million round of funding, successfully led by Amazon. Both companies were thrilled to announce the news. I am sure both have big plans to collaborate on future projects. In addition it was expected the GM would be a large investor in Rivian, but that was not seen in this round. Maybe next…