Opus MicroEV

The Opus MicroEV was a concept for a low speed electric vehicle for small towns, campuses, and cities. While most EV designs scale down components from industrial applications, we scaled up micromobility components to drive 4-12 horsepower electric motors. To test the market, we modified existing Chinese vehicles to meet US standards and to integrate our technology. We managed to produce our own motor controller and had a number of happy customers in the US.

Prior to ending the effort, we had already begun construction of our next generation vehicle, the Opus Joyride. Fully produced in the US, it would have had a full aluminum chassis, independent drive wheels, and an advanced Sony infotainment system, all for less than the price of a used car. I further improved my CAD skills, learned a ton about batteries, and managed to lead a company to make national news headlines before winding down the project.