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Electrified Classic Vans

This Electric Van Was Crafted Together From a 1964 Volkswagen Type 2 Van

— December 12, 2015 — Autos
Zelectric Motors has made quite a name for itself by taking classic Volkswagen Beetle cars and adding electric powertrains to them, and they've now taken this expertise and innovatively leveraged it to create a full-fledged electric van.

This van is essentially a 1964 Volkswagen Type 2. It is equipped with everything from a split windshield to a sunroof and door. The vehicle is equipped with lithium batteries, situated right beneath the middle bench, that can be charged via a handy 240-volt outlet. The vehicle can attain a top speed somewhere between 130 and 160 km/h.

Zelectric Motors' electric van is proof that classic automotive design, which many people have a lasting fondness for, can be effectively allied with the latest eco-friendly driving technology.




Trend Themes
1. Electrified Classic Vehicles - The trend of retrofitting classic vehicles with electric powertrains provides an opportunity for companies to offer sustainable and eco-friendly transportation options.
2. Vintage-inspired Evs - Creating EVs with classic, retro designs is a trend that caters to consumers' nostalgia while also offering sustainability and innovation.
3. Affordable Evs - Modifying classic cars into EVs can be a cost-effective way to offer electric vehicles with unique designs that appeal to a wider audience.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The automotive industry can take advantage of the trend of electrifying classic vehicles by offering retrofitting services that cater to the growing demand for sustainable transportation.
2. Sustainable Transportation Industry - The trend of retrofitting classic vehicles with electric powertrains presents an opportunity for the sustainable transportation industry to provide eco-friendly options for consumers who value sustainable living.
3. Auto Restoration Industry - The auto restoration industry can offer a new type of service by combining classic car restoration with EV retrofitting, creating unique and sustainable vehicles with vintage designs.
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