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Transform your Beetle into an electric car with a kit from China for just R$10. Find out how on Alibaba!
The Volkswagen Beetle, an icon of the 1960s and 1970s, is known worldwide for its distinctive design and air-cooled four-cylinder engine, which offered around 40 horsepower. However, in a modern twist, an innovation coming directly from China is ready to transform this classic Auto Industry in an electric car of the future.
This article explores an electrical conversion kit that is not only cost-effective but also an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional engines.
Cost-effective conversion kit sold on Alibaba
On Alibaba's vast marketplace, known for offering everything from simple tools to advanced technologies, comes a fascinating solution: a conversion kit to turn your Beetle into an electric car for a surprisingly affordable price of around $2.000. This kit includes a 15 kWh electric motor (equivalent to 20 horsepower), a controller, a charger, an accelerator pedal, and an additional instrument panel that shows speed and charge status.
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Market comparison: More expensive options and the Chinese kit
While there are several companies that offer electric car conversions, many charge exorbitant prices, like EV West's $20.000 kit and Volkswagen's own complete conversion, which comes at even higher costs. However, the Chinese kit stands out not only for its low price, but for its ease of installation and use, as the engine adapts directly to the Beetle's rear transmission shaft, a technique already used in the past.
Advantages and considerations of the battery-free kit
An important note is that the kit does not include batteries, requiring a 96 volt pack. Despite not being a common component, the search for suitable batteries is not an impossible mission. Furthermore, although 20 horsepower may seem modest, the instantaneous torque provided by electricity can compensate for the lower power compared to the original engine, offering a new life to the Beetle without the environmental damage caused by the emission of harmful gases.
Is an electric car retrofit worth it?
With alternatives ranging up to $5.000 offering more power and adaptability, Alibaba's electric conversion kit presents a tempting opportunity for Beetle enthusiasts. The decision to transform a classic into an electric car not only promotes sustainability, but also brings the Beetle into a new era. This change brings with it a series of benefits that go beyond fuel savings, including reduced pollution and simplified maintenance.
What do you think? Is the investment in an electrical conversion for the classic Beetle worth it? Leave your opinion in the comments section and contribute to this environmental and technological discussion.
Source: insideevs.uol
The report did not mention the options for batteries. Would they be normal automotive batteries? How many? Where to install them?