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Since we started the EV RESCUES series, we’ve seen a lot of interest in the Maeving RM1. It’s easy to see why—with its 1920s board-tracker styling and British engineering, it’s one of the most distinctive bikes on the road. After successfully rescuing this 2023 model in our workshop, we took it out through the streets of Durham to see if the reality lives up to the retro-cool aesthetic.

The Kinghorn EV Restoration

This specific RM1 arrived as a non-runner, but as is often the case with EVs, the faults were more “ghosts in the machine” than mechanical failures.

• The Fix: We replaced the 12V auxiliary battery and repaired both the kickstand and battery [...]

What would you do if you saw a 2023 electric motorcycle listed for a fraction of its retail price at a salvage auction? Most people would see a “Non-Runner” label and walk away, fearing a four-figure battery replacement. But here at Kinghorn Electric Vehicles, we see an opportunity for a rescue.

In the debut episode of our new series, EV RESCUES, we headed to Peterlee to pick up a Maeving RM1 that the previous owner had given up on.

The Gamble: A £600 “Non-Runner”

The Maeving RM1 is a beautiful, British-built piece of engineering, but like any EV, it’s only as good as its electrical health. When this bike hit the auction block, it was a total mystery. With [...]

100 MPG Is an Engineering Triumph — But Electric Cars Can Do It for Less

 

I recently watched a brilliant video from Autocar, where one of their writers sets out to answer a deceptively simple question:

Can an old diesel car really average 100 miles per gallon in the real world?

The car is an Audi A2 1.4 TDI, and the result is genuinely impressive.

If you haven’t seen the video yet, it’s well worth a watch:

👉 https://youtu.be/q1YmIpCEym8

What I liked most about it is how honest it is. This isn’t a laboratory test or a steady motorway crawl — it’s real UK driving, with towns, dual carriageways, motorways, rain, traffic, and compromises.

Watching it made me wonder something slightly different:

If a car can do 100 mpg, how much does that actually cost — and could an electric car cover the same distance for less?

How Hard Is It to Achieve 100 MPG?

One thing the Autocar video makes [...]

Welcome to our journey of reviving a beloved classic – the two-door Morris Minor Saloon in a charming shade of green. Today, we’ll dive deep into the intricacies of this restoration project, from the initial purchase to the extensive plans for its future conversion.

Introduction to the Morris Minor Saloon

In this post, we’re introducing a wonderful two-door Morris Minor Saloon that has captured our hearts. Sourced and secured for a discerning customer, this classic vehicle holds immense potential. Although we have exciting conversion plans, this car will remain in its original petrol configuration for the summer, adding a touch of nostalgia until its electric future arrives.

A Solid Foundation

Upon selecting this Morris Minor, we focused on its robust construction. The car boasts a solid foundation, showing few signs of previous tampering or excessive welding. While it needs some paintwork and interior upgrades, we’re ready to onboard these challenges with our comprehensive plan.

Planned [...]

In this Kinghorn Electric Vehicles update, we delve into the wiring and rebuilding stages of our Jaguar EV conversion project. We focus on integrating a complex wiring system that piggybacks on the car’s original loom, allowing for reversible modifications. We also custom-design and 3D print adapters for dual-charge ports. The control systems and modern throttle pedal are installed using existing car features, while new dash switch panels are crafted to match updated functions. Weight adjustments lead us to tweak the suspension for optimal balance. The interior sees updated panels and the addition of a Bluetooth amplifier and speakers. Stay tuned for the first power-up in our next video! 00:00 Introduction to the Jaguar EV Conversion00:34 Wiring the Conversion Components01:24 Installing Charge Ports and Control Systems02:36 Customizing the Dashboard and Panels03:09 Adjusting Vehicle Weight and Suspension03:41 Interior Restoration and Upgrades04:17 Final Touches and First Startup05:24 Conclusion  https://youtu.be/7OUdnjtUHhE

We launch our regular podcast series so please tune in to this first episode, available exclusively on YouTube to find out what’s happening in UK Electric Motorsport.

Welcome our hosts Ben & Jerry and let us know what you think of it so we can make future episodes as good as possible.

Stick around to the end for a surprise on how this podcast was made

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In the latest YouTube video update on the Jaguar S-Type Electric conversions we show you how we stripped down the donor Nissan Leaf and designed the battery boxes.

https://youtu.be/Yx5cJgISzrg

The latest video on our YouTube channel opens the discussion on whether an electric vehicle is than an internal combustion engine vehicle for commuting.

George realised that being stuck in traffic on the way to work whist driving a 2012 Renault Kangoo EV van that it was the perfect time to open this discussion.

The first part of the build series for the 1968 Jaguar S-Type is now live on YouTube.

Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and click the bell to be notified when future episodes are live.

 

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The customer just collected his Jaguar S Type Electric Conversion so we thought it was a good time to introduce it to you.

We have published a video on YouTube and will be publishing more over the next few weeks giving much more detail of each step the build.

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https://kinghornelectricvehicles.com/electric-conversions

 

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