1. Zero Labs, based in Gardena, California, specializes in converting vintage vehicles, like Ford Broncos and Land Rovers, into modern electric machines.
2. The company is known for its BYOB—Bring-Your-Own-Body—movement, where the body of the classic vehicle is separated from the frame and internal combustion engine and then attached to a new skateboard chassis.
3. This skateboard chassis houses both front and rear motors and a battery pack that can hold up to 100 kWh, delivering a combined 600 hp and 244 lb-ft of torque with up to 235 miles of range.
4. Zero Labs' EV conversion includes modern upgrades such as an independent suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, Brembo brakes, and Level 2 charging, with Level 3 DC fast charging not available due to supply shortages.
5. The modular platform allows Zero Labs to adjust the skateboard's wheelbase to fit various types of vehicles, from muscle cars to pickup trucks.
6. In addition to electrification, Zero Labs can make a range of modifications to the vehicle, including installing modern infotainment systems, over-the-air updates, and even weight-saving carbon-fiber bodies.
7. The average conversion process takes about three months for a simple EV conversion, or nine months or more for a full restoration, with an average cost of around $365,000.
8. Zero Labs’ newly converted Ford Bronco can sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds, faster than both the original Bronco and the modern Ford Bronco Raptor.
9. The converted Bronco is not only quick, but also stable and reliable, equipped with a modern suspension system and confident braking performance.
10. Zero Labs' EV conversions aim to preserve the charm and appeal of classic cars while enhancing their everyday drivability and reliability, reducing the risk of mechanical failures.