Stellantis partners with Qinomic on project to turn combustion engine vans into EVs

Carmaker Stellantis said on Friday it had partnered with Qinomic, a French high-tech company focused on mobility, to develop a project aiming to convert vans with internal combustion engines into electric-powered vehicles.

The Italian-French carmaker said the deal involved its Circular Economy unit.

“The retrofit solution aims to extend vehicle life and usage, ensuring sustainability and affordability at the same time,” it said in a statement.