Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems

What Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems does

Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems (HPEVS) is a US-based manufacturer founded in 1994 and headquartered in Ontario, California, that designs, develops, and produces 3-phase AC induction drive systems for electric vehicles and industrial applications. Its core product portfolio spans six motor series — AC-9, AC-12, AC-20/AC-23, AC-34/AC-35, AC-50/AC-51, and dual-motor AC-34x2/AC-35x2 configurations — each offered in multiple mechanical variants (sealed, vented, B-face or C-face mounting, single or auxiliary shaft, oil-cooled, and differential-specific couplers for Graziano, Dana, and Team Industries). The motors are paired with Curtis Instruments F-Series controllers pre-programmed by HPEVS with proprietary software, plus optional add-ons including automatic parking brake systems, controller chill plates, the Curtis Acuity battery monitor, lithium-ion battery kits, and OBDII/enGage VII software packages for smartphone and tablet-based system monitoring.

HPEVS targets seven distinct verticals: golf car OEMs and aftermarket (Club Car, E-Z-GO, Yamaha, Columbia, Tomberlin), mining vehicles, ground support equipment, utility vehicles, hydraulic pump drives, automotive EV conversions, marine propulsion, and motorcycles/powersports. The company sells to enterprise OEM customers through a direct sales motion with proof-of-concept, custom motor design, custom software design, and lifetime support services. Mid-market and SMB customers are served through a global dealer network organized by both application and geography, with dealers across the US, Australia, Europe, New Zealand, South America, Turkey, and Taiwan, complemented by a direct e-commerce storefront (shop.hpevs.com) and an eBay channel.

Revenue mechanics are hardware-driven: sales of motors, motor controllers, accessories, and lithium battery packs, with no subscription, licensing, or service-contract model. Pricing is quote-based with no public disclosure. The company participates in NEDRA drag racing events and is featured in EV conversion media (Wheeler Dealers TV, EV West showcase projects) for community and brand building. With 11–50 employees and no disclosed funding rounds or institutional investors, HPEVS operates as an independent, privately held specialty industrial manufacturer.

Name

Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems

Legal name

HI PERFORMANCE ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEMS

Website

https://hpevs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems (HPEVS) is a US-based manufacturer founded in 1994 that designs and builds 3-phase AC induction drive systems and controllers for golf cars, mining, utility, ground support, marine, and automotive EV conversion markets, sold globally through OEM direct sales and a multi-region dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electric Vehicle Drive Systems

NAICS

Motor Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturing (33632), Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing (33635)

SIC

Motors & Generators (3621), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Electric Drive Unit / E-Axle Manufacturing (Motors/Inverters/Gearboxes) (IMACACAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

AC Motors (Induction, Synchronous) (IMAGACAA), Automotive Power Electronics & Inverters/Converters Manufacturing (IMACAJAE)

Keywords

• AC induction motors
• Electric drive systems
• EV motor manufacturing
• Vehicle electrification components
• Electric motor controllers

Headquarters

HQ city

Ontario

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Electric Motor Sales: HPEVS generates revenue primarily from the sale of 3-phase AC electric drive systems, including motors across various power ratings (AC-9 through AC-51, including dual motor configurations) and associated controllers. Motors are sold directly to OEM customers and through dealer networks.
2. Motor Controller Sales: Sale of Curtis Instruments motor controllers (F-Series, enGage VII) bundled with or sold separately from motor systems. Controllers come pre-programmed by HPEVS with proprietary software packages.
3. Accessories and Components: Sale of accessories including Curtis Controller Chill Plates, Curtis Acuity Battery Monitoring System, lithium battery packs for golf cars, and wiring schematics/troubleshooting documentation. Also sells items via eBay.
4. Dealer Network Revenue: Revenue flows through a global dealer network organized by application (golf cars, utility/mining vehicles) and geography (Australia, Europe, New Zealand, South America, Turkey, Taiwan). Dealers purchase systems wholesale and resell to end customers.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels10 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

HPEVS designs, develops, and manufactures 3-phase AC induction drive systems for electric vehicles. The product portfolio spans six motor series (AC-9 through AC-51 plus dual AC-34/35 configurations), each offered in sealed, vented, oil-cooled, B-face, C-face, single-shaft, dual-shaft, and differential-specific variants for application to golf cars, mining, utility, ground support equipment, hydraulic pumps, and automotive conversions. Drive systems are sold with pre-programmed Curtis Instruments controllers and supported by accessories including automatic parking brake systems, lithium-ion battery packs, controller chill plates, and OBDII diagnostic software.

Product overview

Hi Performance Electric Vehicle Systems (HPEVS) designs, develops, and manufactures 3-phase AC induction drive systems sold as integrated motor and controller packages. The core product portfolio comprises six motor series — AC-9, AC-12, AC-20/AC-23, AC-34/AC-35, AC-50/AC-51, and the AC-34x2/AC-35x2 dual motor system — each offered in multiple mechanical configurations (sealed, vented, B-face, C-face, single or dual shaft, differential-specific couplers, and hydraulic pump variants). These drive systems are application-targeted across five vertical markets: golf cars, ground support vehicles, mining vehicles, utility vehicles, and hydraulic pump drives. HPEVS integrates its motors with Curtis Instruments motor controllers and displays, and offers proprietary add-on products including an Automatic Parking Brake System, Controller Chill Plates, a Golf Car Lithium-Ion Battery Pack, and OBDII/EnGage VII software packages. The company also provides OEM customization services including proof-of-concept development, custom software design, and system integration support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HPEVS AC-9 Drive System 3-phase AC induction drive system designed for golf cars, motorcycles, mining vehicles, and hydraulic pump applications. Available with automatic parking brake option and various differential couplers.
• HPEVS AC-12 Drive System Mid-range 3-phase AC induction drive system for golf car, mining, utility, and ground support vehicle applications. Supports Club Car, Yamaha, E-Z-GO, and Dana/Team differentials.
• HPEVS AC-20/AC-23 Drive System 3-phase AC induction drive system for motorcycles, mining vehicles, utility vehicles, and ground support equipment. AC-23 variant offers higher torque rating.
• HPEVS AC-34/AC-35 Drive System Larger 3-phase AC induction drive system for automotive conversions, mining vehicles, utility vehicles, and ground support. Available in sealed, vented, dual motor, and oil-cooled configurations. Capable of up to 160 horsepower depending on controller configuration.
• HPEVS AC-50/AC-51 Drive System Largest 3-phase AC induction drive system in the HPEVS lineup. AC-50 produces 71 horsepower and 120 ft-lbs torque; AC-51 produces 88 horsepower and 108 ft-lbs torque. Used in high-power vehicles, ground support, mining, and hydraulic pump applications.
• HPEVS AC-34x2/AC-35x2 Dual Motor System Dual motor configuration using two AC-34 or AC-35 motors. Capable of producing up to 250 lb.ft. torque and up to 160 horsepower. Available with single or dual (auxiliary) shaft outputs and B-face mounting.
• HPEVS Automatic Parking Brake System Electromechanical automatic parking brake integrated into golf car drive systems. When the vehicle comes to a complete stop the parking brake sets automatically; when the accelerator is pressed it disengages. Available for Club Car, Yamaha, E-Z-GO, and Dana/Team differential configurations.
• HPEVS Golf Car Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Lithium-Ion battery kit designed and developed by HPEVS for golf cars, completely integrated with HPEVS Golf Car AC Drive Systems. Available for Club Car Precedent, E-Z-GO RXV, and E-Z-GO 2Five models.
• HPEVS OBDII Software Package Software package enabling drive system information display on tablets or cell phones via OBDII technology. Works with the OBD Fusion app or any OBDII-compatible software application.
• HPEVS Controller Chill Plates Aluminum chill plates for cooling Curtis Instrument AC controllers. Available in single-piece configuration for single controller setups or dual-controller configurations. Includes O-ring seal, nuts, bolts, and barbed fittings for 5/8 hose.
• Curtis Instruments Acuity Battery Monitoring System Battery-mounted device that measures, stores, and communicates battery state of charge to the controller. Calculates state of charge based on amp hours consumed rather than battery voltage alone, providing accurate state of charge indication for lead-acid batteries; offered by HPEVS as an option for golf car systems and OEM customers.
• Curtis Instruments enGage VII Display Microprocessor-based, programmable, CAN-compatible instrument display. Integrated with HPEVS drive systems as a plug-and-play component for monitoring and controlling the electric vehicle system, with software pre-programmed by HPEVS.

Quantifiable outcome

• AC-50 motor produces 71 horsepower and 120 ft-lbs of torque; AC-51 motor produces 88 horsepower and 108 ft-lbs of torque
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

AI capability2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• Curtis InstrumentscoreTechnology or IntegrationCurtis Instruments is the primary technology partner for HPEVS, providing motor controllers (F-Series, enGage VII) that are pre-programmed and bundled with HPEVS drive systems. HPEVS also offers Curtis Acuity Battery Monitoring System and Curtis Controller Chill Plates manufactured by HPEVS for Curtis controllers. The relationship is characterized by deep product integration with HPEVS programming Curtis controllers with proprietary software packages making them plug-and-play with HPEVS motors.
• EV WestflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerEV West is a prominent electric vehicle conversion shop that uses HPEVS drive systems in high-profile projects including the Electric Ferrari 308 GTE (Electric GT), EV West Factory Five with dual HPEVS motors, and the Wheeler Dealers 1985 Maserati Bi Turbo collaboration. These high-visibility projects serve as showcase demonstrations of HPEVS system capabilities.
• NEDRA (National Electric Drag Racing Association)minorOthersHPEVS participates in NEDRA events, which are electric drag racing competitions. This partnership serves marketing and community engagement purposes, demonstrating HPEVS system performance in high-power applications.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ZF Friedrichshafen: ZF is a large incumbent supplier of EV drivetrain components, axles, and power electronics, serving automotive and industrial segments that overlap with HPEVS's vehicle electrification applications.
• BorgWarner: BorgWarner is a major Tier-1 supplier of electric motors, power electronics, and drivetrains for automotive and commercial EVs, addressing the same EV powertrain category as HPEVS but at OEM scale across passenger and commercial vehicles.
• UQM Technologies (Danfoss Power Solutions): UQM, acquired by Danfoss, produces AC and PM electric motors/inverters for commercial vehicle and industrial electrification — overlapping with HPEVS on AC induction motor technology but at much broader commercial vehicle scale.

Others

• Dana Incorporated: Dana is a major supplier of differentials (Dana H-12) integrated with HPEVS mining vehicle and golf car drive systems, functioning as a complementary drivetrain component supplier in the same vehicle electrification ecosystem.
• Club Car: Club Car is a major HPEVS golf car OEM customer and the dominant golf car OEM, providing a steady aftermarket and OEM channel for HPEVS drive systems used in its platforms.
• Textron (E-Z-GO): Textron's E-Z-GO division is a large HPEVS golf car OEM customer (RXV, 2Five drive system integrations), representing one of HPEVS's most consequential OEM relationships.
• Curtis Instruments: Curtis Instruments is HPEVS's primary motor controller and BMS supplier (F-Series, enGage VII, Acuity) and a core technology partner. While not a motor competitor, it is the indispensable upstream input to HPEVS drive systems.

Emerging players

• EV West: EV West is a flagship HPEVS customer and integrator, building electric conversions (Ferrari 308 GTE, Maserati Bi Turbo) on HPEVS drivetrains, and itself sells EV conversion components adjacent to HPEVS's offering.

Direct peers

• NetGain Motors: NetGain Motors is a direct competitor to HPEVS, also manufacturing AC induction drive systems and motor packages for EV conversions, hot rods, and specialty vehicles in a comparable product line and customer profile.
• Thunderstruck Motors: Thunderstruck Motors sells AC induction motor packages and EV conversion components directly to hobbyists and OEMs, mirroring HPEVS's product positioning in the DIY/specialty EV conversion market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HPEVS
• Xx.com/hpevs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hpevs-limited

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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