Test Bench
EditoralsJune 16, 2015
All Your Drive Unit Are Belong to Us: The Unexpected Journey of Tesla Drive Units and the Rise of th...Discover how a team of tech enthusiasts successfully revived a defunct electric vehicle and embarked on a groundbreaking project to harness Tesla's drive units for custom electric cars.
Electric VehiclesFeb. 18, 2013
Dyslexics - UNTIE!: The Push for Affordable, High-Quality EV ComponentsThe push for affordable, high-quality EV components is crucial as DIY electric vehicle projects face challenges like battery balancing and motor compatibility. New developments aim to streamline access to OEM-grade parts.
Electric VehiclesJan. 14, 2013
Battery Magic and Influenza: Adventures in Electric Car Building and BeyondAmid licensing woes and component frustrations, the author delves into the future of battery technology, highlighting groundbreaking research at Stanford. Discover how these innovations could transform electric vehicles and more.
Electric VehiclesMar. 20, 2011
Bench Recovery and EVCONN 2011: Inside Our Electric Car Convention and BreakthroughsDiscover how a simple generator rectifier issue was mistaken for a costly transmission failure in this week's Bench Recovery update. Plus, get the scoop on the upcoming EVCONN 2011 convention plans.
Electric VehiclesMar. 7, 2011
Not Everything Works the First Time: EVTV's Dual Motor Experiment and Its Surprising OutcomesExplore the challenges and innovations in EVTV's latest test bench setup, featuring new control panels and dual Soliton1 controllers. Discover how they tackle the complexities of electric vehicle conversions.
Electric VehiclesMar. 1, 2011
Test Bench Progress - A 93kWh Battery Pack for the Elescalade EXT - Lithium Ion Chemistry Difference...Explore the latest in EV battery technology with a 93kWh pack for the Cadillac Elescalade EXT. Discover why LiFePo4 chemistry is the ideal choice for durability and safety in vehicle conversions.