At some point most electric vehicle converters consider starting a production line for performing professional electric conversions. Almost all never get past the planning stage, so lets have a look at the main problem that holds them back.
Once you’ve built an EV you’ll know exactly what it takes and how straightforward it can be. You’ll have learned all the “secrets” that once seemed so mysterious. With these new skills there’s little reason why you can’t convert a fleet of cars in your very own garage to sell. Or is there?
When it all comes down to it, the biggest issue to overcome is cost.
To convert a quality car with a decent range and with only new parts might cost somewhere around $7000 US. This is a lot of money, but you could find two ways to reduce costs if this is your stumbling block.
Create an LLC (LTD) company, set up a plan with a timeline and get a business loan. In many countries this can all be applied for on the internet, so within a week your company could be up & running and armed with cash.
Secondly, buy in bulk. When buying your electric car motors and accessories in bulk your guaranteed heavy discounts on both stock and shipping. This will bring the overall cost right down.
Thirdly, streamline the process. Be sure to use the exact same vehicle for each conversion so you only have to design one set of battery racks, and install them in one particular way. Next, replicate each step, from creating 5 gearbox adapters, to installing 5 lots of controllers. It means each of your cars will be completed at the same time ready for the market.
The market exists, and demand grows every time the price of gas increases. Not only that, but as the major auto manufacturers drag their heels with building electric cars, then ask exorbitant prices for them it creates more potential sales for your business.
The secret is efficiency. You need to convert cars in the shortest amount of time to maximize output and profits. Others have done it before, and as the price of gas increases so do their profits. With cars such as the Nissan Leaf expected to cost $44,000 US when it eventually goes on sale, it’s certainly not too late to jump into the conversion market.
