Hoffman shows Badger platform built on Tesla Model 3 running gear at SEMA
By Eve
Hoffman's Badger uses a purpose-built chassis housing electric running gear from a Tesla Model 3, and is designed to take several forms including a van, camper, pickup and utility vehicle. The running demonstration vehicle travelled to SEMA from Wisconsin under its own power, with CEO Jeff saying it Supercharged along the way, according to a video by Out of Spec Reviews covered by The Cool Down. The company moved from converting gas cars such as DeLoreans to repurposing modern vehicles like the Model 3.
Why it matters
A niche conversion platform that relies on Tesla Superchargers for long trips shows how specialist EV builds depend on public charging access and compatibility. For CPOs and procurement teams, it is a small signal of demand from low volume and custom vehicles using the same networks.
Source
- Original title
- “Hoffman turns Tesla Model 3 running gear into a platform for vans, campers, and pickups”
- Published
- 10 November 2026
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- Electric Vehicles
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- United States
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