GM’s first eCrate kit pairs a 400V/200hp motor and 66 kWh NMC battery pack for drop-in EV conversions of conventional vehicles.
Key Takeaways
Motor outputs 200 hp / 266 lb-ft torque; battery weighs 947 lbs and measures roughly 71” x 50”.
Requires a GM 4-speed automatic (4L60/65/70/75) with external mode switch; no manual transmission option yet.
Charging: Level 1 at ~1%/hr, Level 2 at ~10%/hr, Level 3 DC fast charge to 75% in one hour.
System is locked – horsepower cannot be increased; sold exclusively through authorized installers like Lingenfelter.
Two wheelbase kit variants (long and short) plus an optional transmission installation kit are available.
Hacker News Comment Review
Commenters questioned why a 4-speed automatic is required, given that EV motors typically don’t need multi-gear transmissions – GM’s stated rationale is extra low-gear torque and overdrive speed range.
Discussion was minimal; the post served mainly as a pointer for builders interested in EV conversion kits.
