This is a1966 Fiat Giardiniera (a.k.a. gardeners van). While these are timeless little cars with tons of charm, the stock mechanical system leaves a lot to be desired in the modern world. So, we did a serious upgrade, converting it to pure electric power!
First, we completely rewired the chassis. Next, we went to work on the EV systems with Stealth EV. 6 Tesla Battery modules were fit, for a total 30kW / 144 Volt system. 3.3kW charger (8 Hours charge time from 0%). Approx 120 mile range. Direct drive, no clutch with the original transaxle locked in 3rd gear. 80hp 100ft lbs (torque managed) to prevent damage to original transaxle.
The system is completely thermally managed. If the batteries are too hot, or too cold, the battery management system will de-rate the power output to protect the batteries. What this means is you can give the keys to any one and say "just go drive it till its empty". You don't have to worry about driving it too hard, or too fast. You don't have to worry about how low you run the charge on the batteries. There are no stipulations on how you can use the car. Get in and go, and when its empty, charge it back up and go again! The batteries are completely protected against issues caused by running them low or temperature.
After hunting down 95,475 Italian rattles, we lined the body in sound deaden-er, replaced all rubber and restored the interior in the factory patterns and marine rated vinyl.
