Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Seth Leitman [Repost]

“Empowering people with the tools to convert their own vehicles provides an immediate path away from petroleum dependence and should be part of the solutions portfolio.” – Chelsea Sexton, Co-founder, Plug In America and featured in Who Killed the Electric Car?
Build Your Own Electric Vehicle gets on the expressway to a green, ecologically sound, cost-effective way that even can look cool, too! . .
This comprehensive how-to goes through the process of transforming an internal combustion engine vehicle to electric or even building an EV from scratch for as much or even cheaper than purchasing a traditional car. The book describes each component in detail–-motor, battery, controller, charger, and chassis–-and provides step-by-step instructions on how to put them all together. . .
Build Your Own Electric Vehicle, Second Edition, covers:
EV vs. Combustible Engine Overview.
Environmental and Energy Savings.
EV Evolution since the First Electric Car .
Current Purchase and Conversion Costs.
Chassis and Design.
Today's Best Motors .
Battery Discharging/Charging Styles.
Electrical Systems.
Licensing and Insurance Issues.
Driving.
Maintenance .
Related Clubs and Associations.
Additional Resources