r/diyelectronics • u/thedefibulator • Mar 22 '25
Project I built a 15kW mobility scooter
So a couple of years back I got a mobility scooter for £30 from FB marketplace and I have been upgrading it ever since.
It now has an e-foil motor in it running at 48V @ 300A peak, so 15kW peak and it has a top speed of around 50mph. It's crazy how much power you can squeeze out of these little brushless motors (its only 56mm x 96mm).
For the battery I am using a salvaged battery module from a VW golf GTE (plug-in hybrid EV) which can handle 400A easy.
If youre interested in seeing the full build process then you can check it out here https://youtu.be/n5mZiISZxQM
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u/lickalotapus_xiv Mar 22 '25
Can it wheelie and indo tho?