4 stories tagged diy on EV Digest.
A new DIY guide outlines how to repurpose common cordless tool batteries into a portable power bank. This innovative solution offers a convenient way for EV owners to access emergency power, leveraging existing battery packs for charging electric bicycles, scooters, or even adding a small range boost to an electric car in a pinch.
A Tesla owner has demonstrated a surprisingly straightforward do-it-yourself upgrade of their vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) computer from HW3 to HW4. This successful, albeit unofficial, modification highlights the ongoing debate surrounding Tesla's promise of FSD capability and the company's slow rollout of official hardware replacements for earlier models.
When the engine of his Suzuki Grand Vitara failed, one resourceful owner opted for an electric conversion over traditional repairs, transforming the SUV into a battery-electric vehicle in just five days. This rapid and cost-effective project demonstrates a novel approach to vehicle repurposing, utilizing readily available components for the EV powertrain.
A new experiment explores whether readily available portable battery banks can genuinely augment an electric vehicle's driving range. While the concept of a DIY range extender for EVs is intriguing, practical challenges like charging speed and efficiency losses come into play. This deep dive examines the feasibility and limitations of using portable solutions to boost an EV's onboard battery capacity.
