We know that anyone can learn how to build an electric car. It really isn’t that difficult either. Our first electric car conversion was a 1995 Toyota Corolla (we’ve done 3 altogether). It turned out great and with every conversion we learn something new.

What will you need to get started?

· A garage, barn or shop to work in, or outside if you have to

· Detailed plans of how to build an electric car

· Tools- wrenches, drills and a small handheld grinder etc.

· A good helper

I say that you need a helper because at times it is difficult to hold parts in place and also secure them. At times, there is heavy lifting involved as well, although you can use a hoist to remove the old engine from your car.

That is the place to start- removing the engine, and all of those parts that you will no longer need, such as the exhaust system.

There is no exhaust with an electric car so it’s not needed.

Learning how to build an electric car is really about balancing weight to motor and battery power. You will want the lightest vehicle you can find that will do the job for you and your family. Small cars and trucks fit nicely for this project.

After all of the gas engine parts are removed you will easily find room for the 20 or so batteries you will need and the DC electric motor too.

The plans even detail where you can find batteries and motors for free. Since this is the single biggest expense that is welcome news.

Everything needs to be aligned properly from motor through the transmissions too. Start with the motor and work back from there.

After that you can build simple mounting platforms for the batteries and controllers.

How far will your electric car go on a single charge?

Most conversions make room for enough batteries that will give you an effective range up to 200 miles. That should take you where you want to go between charging.

How fast can an electric car go?

This isn’t a slow moving electric golf cart you’re building here either. Learning how to build an electric car is nothing like that so get that golf car image out of your head.

Your electric car will easily travel at 50 mph and the acceleration is amazing.

Properly fitted, according to the plans your electric car will rival any muscle car or motorcycle for acceleration in town. The guy beside you at the stop lights will be very surprised.

The first time you climb in your newly built electric car you will be hooked. And the first time you drive by a gas station while others are filling up you will be thankful you started this project.

Did you know that gas is expected to reach $7 per gallon next year? Isn’t it time you started your own electric car conversion?

How To Build An Electric Car is the place to start to do your own conversion and start driving with almost free battery power, learning how to build an electric car sure makes sense for you and your family.