Goblin Works Garage

The team undertakes its first ever electric‑vehicle build. They aim to install a Tesla battery‑powered electric powerplant inside a classic Fiat 500, also referred to as the Cinquecento. This project marks their initial attempt to convert a vintage model to electric propulsion.

The programme titled is presented as a single episode within a broader series. It is classified as a programme of the episode genre, focusing on a specific automotive project rather than a multi‑part narrative. In this installment the crew embarks on their inaugural electric‑vehicle build. Their objective is to install a Tesla‑sourced, battery‑powered electric power‑plant inside a classic Italian run‑about – the Cinquecento, more commonly known as the Fiat 500. The episode follows the team as they tackle the technical and spatial challenges involved in marrying modern electric technology with a vintage chassis. The build marks a first for the group, highlighting both the excitement and the practical difficulties of converting a small, historic car to run on electric power. Throughout the episode the members discuss the layout of the battery pack, the integration of the electric motor, and the adjustments needed to accommodate the new components within the limited confines of the 500’s original design. Their efforts illustrate a hands‑on approach to retrofitting classic automobiles with contemporary electric propulsion, offering viewers a clear view of the step‑by‑step process involved in such a conversion.