What EVDrive Electric Vehicle Technologies does

EVDrive Electric Vehicle Technologies is a privately held, Oregon-based engineering and manufacturing company that designs and builds high-performance electric vehicle powertrain components and complete drive systems. Founded by Bob Simpson, a former Tektronix senior electrical engineer, the company operates from a Portland-area workshop and serves specialty vehicle OEMs, startups, government contractors, motorsport teams, marine builders, heavy-equipment operators, and custom EV conversion shops. Its core offerings span lithium-ion battery packs and modules, distributed Battery Management Systems (BMS), a multi-circuit Smart Power Distribution Unit (PDU), EVD-branded brushless AC motors, Cascadia Motion traction inverters, chargers and DC-DC converters, cold-plate thermal management, and proprietary fire-resistant encapsulation material.

The technical platform is built around Molicel 21700 power cells arranged in six standard module configurations, integrated with proprietary encapsulation and 2mm-thickness cold-plate cooling to deliver volumetric energy density above 305 Wh/l and discharge C-rates of 5C continuous and 12C peak. A distributed BMS architecture places satellite boards inside each module and a compact master board inside the PDU, with all communication over low-voltage CAN bus to eliminate high-voltage wiring runs through the vehicle. Notable reference projects include the Genovation Cars record-setting electric Corvette, the Webasto Mustang Lithium build unveiled at SEMA 2019, battery packs for the Palatov D2EV at the 2019 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (with Cascadia Motion controllers), and a custom 750V / 80 kWh battery for the Willamette Shore Trolley historic restoration.

EVDrive generates revenue primarily through project-based custom engineering services and hardware sales of its modular battery and powertrain components. Pricing is overwhelmingly quote-based with the EVD-M-200 motor being the only product with publicly listed pricing at $4,000; battery packs, dyno systems, and most components require direct inquiry. Distribution is direct-to-enterprise via the company website, phone, email, and industry-event showcases, with no retail or third-party channel. Ancillary revenue includes battery-powered dyno testing services offered at the Portland workshop. The company appears bootstrapped and founder-controlled, with no disclosed institutional funding rounds and a headcount of 1–10.

Name

EVDrive Electric Vehicle Technologies

Legal name

EVDrive, Inc.

Website

https://evdrive.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EVDrive is an Oregon-based engineering company that designs and manufactures custom high-performance EV battery packs, modules, motors, BMS, and PDUs for specialty vehicle OEMs, motorsport, marine, heavy equipment, and classic EV conversions.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Vehicle Powertrain Components

NAICS

Motor and Generator Manufacturing (335312), Battery Manufacturing (33591), Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (336320), Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (33635)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

Power Electronics Manufacturing (Inverters/DC-DC/Onboard Chargers) (IMACACAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

EV Retrofit & Electrification Conversions (Fleet/Commercial) (TLAKAMAK), Battery Thermal Management & HV Cooling System Service (TLAKAMAC), EV & Hybrid Battery Service, Diagnostics & Reconditioning (TLAKAMAA), Truck & Commercial Vehicle Electrification Manufacturing (eAxles/Battery Packs/Fuel Cells) (IMACABAK)

Keywords

• Electric vehicle powertrains
• EV battery systems
• EV motors and controllers
• Battery management systems
• Electric drivetrain components

Headquarters

HQ city

Banks

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. EV Battery Packs and Components: Sale of high-performance EV battery packs, battery modules, motors, controllers, chargers, DC-DC converters, and SMART PDUs. These are custom-engineered components designed for specific vehicle applications.
2. Engineering Services: Custom engineering and design services for electric vehicle drive systems. Includes design, fabrication, and build of complete powertrains for various vehicle types including cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, UTVs, and industrial vehicles.
3. Dyno Testing Services: Battery-powered dyno testing services at EVDrive's Portland workshop. Tests motors, inverters, and battery packs to determine performance capabilities, identify issues, and tune for optimum performance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

EVDrive designs, engineers, and manufactures high-performance electric vehicle powertrain components including lithium-ion battery packs and modules, a distributed battery management system (BMS), smart power distribution units (PDUs), brushless AC motors, and traction inverters, using Molicel 21700 power cells with proprietary encapsulation and integrated cold-plate cooling. The company also provides custom EV powertrain engineering services and battery-powered dyno testing from its Portland, Oregon facility for OEMs, startups, government contractors, and specialty vehicle builders.

Product overview

EVDrive is a hardware-focused EV technology company offering a modular battery and powertrain system. The core portfolio centers on ultra-high performance lithium-ion battery packs and modules (featuring Molicel 21700 power cells, proprietary encapsulation, and integrated cold plate cooling), paired with proprietary EVD brushless AC motors (EVD-M-100, EVD-M-200, EVD-MM-600) and Cascadia Motion controllers (CM200, CM350). The battery systems integrate a distributed BMS and multi-circuit SMART PDU. Supporting products include the EVD DYNO testing system, chargers/DC-DC converters, cooling cold plates, and encapsulation materials. Services include dyno testing and full engineering services from concept through production. The company also manufactures specialty EVs and performs classic/custom EV conversions across sectors including marine, motorsport, heavy-duty equipment, and specialty vehicles.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Battery Packs Ultra-high performance EV battery packs with highest volumetric energy density (305+ Wh/l), highest discharge C-rating (5C continuous, 12C peak), and flexible dimensions, capacity, and voltage options. Includes integrated BMS, PDU, and optional liquid cooling. Designed for OEMs, specialty vehicle manufacturers, and performance EV applications.
• Battery Modules Six standard module designs using Molicel 21700 power cells with proprietary encapsulation and integrated cold plate cooling. Available with air-cooling or water-cooling for EV integration.
• BMS (Battery Management System) Distributed Battery Management System with configurable software, compact master board (100mm x 100mm) integrated into the PDU, and 18-cell-group satellite boards (64mm x 67mm) integrated into each battery module. Supports firmware updates via CAN Bus.
• SMART PDU Smart Power Distribution Unit controlling four circuits over CAN bus, reducing vehicle control unit requirements. Controls multiple motors for propulsion, hydraulics, and auxiliary systems. Integrates into battery pack or operates as standalone unit.
• EVD-M-100 Motor World-class EVD brushless 3-phase AC motor, 100 kW / 130 HP peak power, 188 Nm torque, 52 kW continuous power. Weight: 77 lbs / 35 kg. Water/glycol cooled. For light vehicles.
• EVD-M-200 Motor World-class EVD brushless 3-phase AC motor, 200 kW / 270 HP peak power, 398 Nm torque, 100 kW continuous power. Weight: 121 lbs / 55 kg. Water/glycol cooled. For sports cars and light trucks. Price: $4,000.
• EVD-MM-600 Motor World-class EVD brushless 3-phase AC motor, 608 kW / 815 HP peak power, 1552 Nm peak torque, 302 kW continuous power. Weight: 329 lbs / 149 kg. Water/glycol cooled. For marine applications and heavy industrial vehicles.
• Cascadia CM 200 Controller Premium EV controller/traction inverter powering up to 225 kW peak. 400 Arms peak, 200 Arms continuous. Weight: 6.75 kg. Water/glycol cooled. Converts DC battery power to AC for motors.
• Cascadia CM 350 Controller Premium EV controller/traction inverter powering up to 375 kW peak. 720 Arms peak, 500 Arms continuous. Weight: 17.4 kg. Water/glycol cooled. Converts DC battery power to AC for motors.
• EVD DYNO Battery-powered dyno testing system available with 20 kWh to 80 kWh battery capacity. Powers motors, inverters, and battery packs through performance testing, eliminating grid power limitations for large capacity battery testing.
• Dyno Testing Services Professional dyno-testing services at EVDrive's Portland, OR workshop to determine motor, inverter, or battery performance capabilities, identify issues, and tune for optimum performance.
• Engineering Services Full-service EV engineering including design and build of prototype and competition vehicles, electrical/mechanical/software engineering, battery and wiring specialists, and machining/fabrication. Services range from concept through production for electric powertrains across cars, trucks, motorcycles, boats, UTVs, and industrial vehicles.
• Charger/DC-DC Converter EV battery chargers and DC-DC converters for power conversion applications in electric vehicles. Contact for available products and pricing.
• Cold Plates (Cooling System) Integrated aluminum cold plate cooling system that replaces one cover plate, adding only 2mm thickness. Works with fire-resistant encapsulant to dissipate heat from all cell surfaces.
• Encapsulation Material Proprietary fire-resistant encapsulant that allows cells to be densely arranged without contact or vibration damage. Electrically resistive but heat conductive, directing heat to terminal cold plates.

Quantifiable outcome

• Volumetric energy density of 307 Wh/l (example: 60 kWh 12X28 pack measuring 288 X 721 X 941 mm)
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and core.

• WebastoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 November 2019Technology partnership for the Webasto Mustang Lithium build announced at SEMA 2019. EVDrive served as technology partner and conversion specialist, providing high power density battery technology. Build features over 1,000 ft-lbs of torque with 6-speed manual transmission.
• Palatov MotorsportcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 June 2019Collaboration on the D2EV race car for the 2019 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. EVDrive provided battery packs for the vehicle driven by Greg Tracy. Palatov Motorsport is a specialist in high-performance vehicle construction.
• Cascadia MotioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 June 2019Long-term technology partnership for motors and inverters. EVDrive motors are dyno-tuned to Cascadia Motion controllers. Cascadia Motion sponsored Palatov D2EV at Pikes Peak 2019. Premium controllers (CM200, CM350) integrated into EVDrive systems.
• Genovation CarscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017EVDrive designed, fabricated, and built the complete powertrain for Genovation's electric Corvette. The vehicle set a world record for top speed in the 'Street Legal Electric Vehicle' category in both standing mile and overall top speed. Featured a 45 kWh liquid cooled battery pack.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• EV West: EV West is a California-based supplier of EV conversion components, battery systems, and motors targeting classic car conversions, specialty vehicles, and motorsport — the closest direct comparable to EVDrive in terms of customer base, product mix, and business model.
• Electric GT: Electric GT converts classic Ferraris, Porsches, and DeLoreans to electric powertrains using custom battery packs and motors — a tight analog to EVDrive's classic & custom EV conversion segment.
• NetGain Technologies: NetGain Technologies manufactures EV motors, controllers, and battery management components, with deep adoption in custom EV conversions, hot rods, and specialty vehicles — directly overlapping EVDrive's motor and component portfolio.
• Cascadia Motion: Cascadia Motion designs and manufactures high-performance EV motors and inverters and is a strategic technology partner of EVDrive, with the two companies' products routinely co-deployed. The product line and customer base are highly overlapping.
• Zero EV: Zero EV is a UK-based EV conversion and powertrain engineering firm specializing in classic car conversions and bespoke electric drivetrains — directly comparable to EVDrive's classic conversion and custom engineering services offering.
• Kreisel Electric: Kreisel Electric develops high-performance, immersion-cooled lithium-ion battery packs for automotive, marine, and motorsport applications, with technology and customer segments strongly overlapping EVDrive's battery pack business.
• Rinehart Motion Systems: Rinehart Motion Systems (now part of Cascadia Motion) develops EV traction motors and controllers for performance and conversion applications, sharing EVDrive's customer base of motorsport and specialty vehicle builders.

Broad incumbents

• A123 Systems: A123 Systems is an established lithium-ion battery manufacturer serving transportation, motorsport, and industrial markets with cells and packs — a broader incumbent offering a wider portfolio at greater scale than EVDrive's specialty battery business.
• BorgWarner: BorgWarner is a large global automotive supplier with a broad portfolio of EV powertrain components including motors, inverters, and thermal management — operating at significantly greater scale than EVDrive and competing for the same OEM and Tier 1 customer wallet.

Emerging players

• Lightning eMotors: Lightning eMotors designs and manufactures zero-emission powertrains and battery systems for fleet vehicles, commercial trucks, and specialty vehicles — overlapping EVDrive's heavy-duty and specialty vehicle applications but at a different scale and with a fleet focus.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/evdriveinc
• Xx.com/evdrivedotcom
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/evdrive

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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