Legacy EV & HP Tuners Team Up on 800V Porsche 911 and Purpose-Built VCU

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THE NEXT CHAPTER OFTUNING

HP Tuners, known for its advanced software solutions and tuning tools, selected Legacy EV for its unrivaled knowledge in high-voltage electric conversions.

THE CORE EV represents a huge step forward for HP Tuners and the aftermarket EV industry.

I N a groundbreaking partnership, Legacy EV and HP Tuners have teamed up to electrify a 1984 Porsche 911 Carrera, turning it into an 800-volt powerhouse. This ambitious project not only pushes the boundaries of electric vehicle (EV) conversions but also serves as a real-world testbed for HP Tuners’ newly developed Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) the CORE EV designed to optimize aftermarket EV systems.

A Powerful Partnership

The collaboration between Legacy EV and HP Tuners is a perfect marriage of expertise in electric systems and cutting-edge tuning technology. HP Tuners, known for its advanced software solutions and tuning tools, selected Legacy EV for its unrivaled knowledge in high-voltage electric conversions.

“Legacy EV helped us choose the best components for highperformance applications,” explained Vinay Hasija, EV Engineer at HP Tuners. In addition to providing components, Legacy EV delivered a tailored education course to HP Tuners, further enhancing their understanding of high-voltage systems. This collaboration reflects Legacy EV’s broader mission to support and connect players across the EV ecosystem, helping manufacturers, integrators, and innovators shape the future of automotive technology.