The van
Electric conversion
An old combustion van transformed into a 100% electric vehicle through retrofit.
Electric conversion
Rather than producing a new vehicle, Soleva relies on retrofit: keeping a 1987 Peugeot J9, removing the diesel engine and tank, and integrating a complete electric powertrain. This approach extends the vehicle's lifespan and reduces the impact related to manufacturing.
Key characteristics
- Combustion engine replaced by an electric motor (Nissan, second-hand)
- 8 refurbished Volkswagen battery modules - 55 kWh
- Estimated range: around 250 km
- On-board control architecture and energy management
- Road homologation and certification completed
- 80% lower carbon footprint vs a new diesel campervan
Our approach
- 01
Disassembly
Removing the petrol engine, the tank and the combustion components of the original Peugeot J9.
- 02
Electric integration
Installing the electric motor, batteries, converter and energy management system.
- 03
Tests and safety
Electrical safety tests, calibration and verification of the entire system.
- 04
Homologation
Road certification and registration of the converted vehicle.
Frequently asked questions
Why convert an old van instead of buying a new electric vehicle?
Retrofit reuses an existing vehicle, avoids the environmental impact of manufacturing a new one and extends the life of resources already produced. It is a concrete, circular approach.
What is the range of the van?
The estimated range is around 250 km thanks to the batteries, with the possibility of recharging via the on-board solar panels or charging stations.
Is the van road-legal?
Yes. The vehicle has passed electrical safety tests and has been certified for road use in Switzerland.
The other pillars
On-board solar system
A deployable photovoltaic roof to produce the energy of the journey directly from the sun.
Explore this pillarHabitat
Our living space lacks none of the key elements of a real home: bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living room. The difference lies in the reused materials and the intelligent integrations.
Explore this pillarTechnical specifications are estimated and currently being validated.
A question about the van?
Our team will be happy to answer your technical questions or present the project.
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