An assembly of components designed to transform a gasoline-powered vehicle into an electric vehicle. This typically includes an electric motor, battery pack, motor controller, and supporting hardware such as mounting brackets, wiring harnesses, and potentially a new instrument cluster. As an example, a classic Volkswagen Beetle can be retrofitted with such a package, eliminating its internal combustion engine and replacing it with an electric drivetrain.
Repurposing existing vehicles offers several advantages, including reducing reliance on new vehicle manufacturing, preserving classic car designs, and potentially lowering the entry cost to electric vehicle ownership. The practice extends the lifespan of serviceable automobiles while mitigating emissions associated with conventional fuels. Historically, interest in this approach has fluctuated with advancements in battery technology and government incentives.