Battery powers vehicle's electronic parts and is installed in engine bay. Stock battery found in garage, new ones from LEAD ER for 495 mk. Positive (red) bolt must be tightened first, negative (black) last
Proximity Pilot and Control Pilot signals enable communication between EVSE and EVs. Level 1 (Mode 2) is portable charging equipment, Level 2 (Mode 3) is installed. BS EN IEC 61851-1 defines specifications for both pilot functions
Tesla developed NACS as SAE J3400 standard in 2022. Connector supports both AC and DC charging up to 1,000V. Tesla vehicles use NACS since 2021, others since 2022. Ford became first major automaker to adopt NACS in May 2023
ISO 15118 enables encrypted communication between EVs and charging stations. Charging stations authenticate EVs themselves, eliminating external authentication methods. Uses asymmetric cryptography for secure data verification
Electric vehicles are gaining popularity due to environmental concerns and lower operating costs. Classic car conversion is now more cost-effective than 2-3 years ago. Modern electric cars are still expensive and secondhand availability is limited
Founded in 2011 to promote electric vehicles and sustainability. Produces vehicles in Turkey, US, Germany and Bulgaria. Focuses on "sensitivity" as main principle