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Here’s how a Dubai startup is turning old cars into electric vehicles

Dubai-based entrepreneur Zack Faisal plans to turn petrol and diesel cars into fully electric vehicles at half the cost of new ones.

Peak Mobility, founded by Zack Faisal, has unveiled an innovative solution to convert petrol and diesel cars into electric vehicles without changing the body or chassis. The startup aims to extend the life of ageing vehicles, significantly reducing environmental impact while cutting costs by 30%. With a mission to tackle pollution and resource waste tied to new vehicle production, Zack introduced his concept at the recent Intelligent Transport Summit in Dubai.

The company’s flagship product, the Recar .03, offers a mileage of 300 km on a single charge. By using the same body and chassis, Peak Mobility claims to save 80% of the time required to manufacture a new car, effectively halving the cost and time of getting an electric vehicle on the road.

Not only does this solution address air pollution, but it also aligns with the UAE’s Net Zero campaign, aiming to slash air pollution by 23% in the next six years. With the commercial launch of Recars set for mid-next year, priced at 70,000 dirhams (Rs 15 lakhs).

As the third-generation leader of the PK Steels-Kef Holdings legacy, Zack Faisal plans to offer consumers a cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to buying new cars.

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