OVCS: Raspberry Pi–powered electric car
The OVCS team has developed a Raspberry Pi-powered electric car, converting an old VW Polo into a remotely drivable vehicle. Their project aims to break vendor lock-in by allowing parts from different brands to work together seamlessly. While the vehicle is not road-legal yet, it showcases innovative uses of technology in the electric vehicle space.
- ▪The OVCS project focuses on creating a platform that allows interoperability between different car parts.
- ▪Raspberry Pi is used to manage the vehicle's systems and facilitate communication between components.
- ▪The prototype includes a touchscreen infotainment system and a remote control feature.
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OVCS: Raspberry Pi–powered electric car 18th May 2026 Rob Zwetsloot 0 comments This Maker Monday, we’ve gone big with this Raspberry Pi–powered electric ‘Frankencar’ made up of parts from different vendors. The OVCS (Open Vehicle Control System) team converted an old VW Polo into an electric vehicle that can be driven remotely. And kids, adults, all of the above, I cannot stress this enough — DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME. The electric vehicle (EV) revolution is just about here. With EV charging points found nearly everywhere, and more established car manufacturers introducing electric variants of existing models — or entirely new ones — a petrol-free future seems closer than ever.
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