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I’m really torn on EVs now because of all the freaking data collection (every new car, not just EVs). I want to do what I can to reduce how much I’m contributin

I’m really torn on EVs now because of all the freaking data collection (every new car, not just EVs). I want to do what I can to reduce how much I’m contributing to climate change, but I still might get another old car when this one goes because I don’t want to be spied on.

the_third_wave 3y ago
If you're into building things yourself you could convert an older ICE car to an electric by swapping out the engine for an electric motor plus the necessary electronics, removing the tank and replacing it with batteries and adding more batteries wherever they fit - you'll need them to get a reasonable range. Some companies make kits to do this, otherwise there are plenty of DIY forums where these types of activities are discussed.
- xg15 3y ago
  > removing the tank and replacing it with batteries and adding more batteries wherever they fit - you'll need them to get a reasonable range Is this actually doable? I thought in modern EVs, the battery takes up half the chassis. In a "retrofitted" EV, you'll have lots of space (and therefore battery capacity) taken up by mechanical systems which are essential for a central motor, but relatively useless if you could just use multiple electric motors.
  - the_third_wave 3y ago
    Yes, it is doable [1] but these conversions for the most part do not get the range expected from factory-made EVs. From what I gather the range will vary from ~120km (small city car) to ~350 km. [1] https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/electric-cars/choosing/electric-car-conversion-how-to-convert-a-car-to-electric/ https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/electric-cars/choosing/electric-...