CF-E History

[Hobbit]

Although this subject has been covered previously, I can't find this link on here.
There's some comprehensive info on the history of the Bedford CF-E and GMC Griffon (USA).

http://vauxpedianet.uk2sitebuilder.com/bedford-97000---cf-electric-cf-e-gm-griffon-usa

John Fletcher's 1985 GMC Griffon van, "Electron Guzzler".

http://www.evalbum.com/2795

....and a related thread : Bedford CF2 Van, blog by outriding (previously posted).

http://bedfordcf2van.blogspot.com.au/2013/05/1985-griffon-bedford-cf-electric-van-in.html

[AndrewOC]

What an interesting project!  I wonder how much performance improvement there would be with the latest batteries and motors?
There appear to be at least two of the Bedford / Lucas vans in Australia;
http://museumvictoria.com.au/collections/items/397082/electric-van-lucas-bedford-cfe-1980

cheers,
Andrew.

[Hobbit]

Here's a link about the Flinders University electric vehicle project.

http://www.mightyboyev.com/1970s%20Electric%20Vehicle%20Project%20at%20Flinders%20University.htm

[wendyh]

Wow very interesting!
now next time were in melbourne we will have to visit the museum now as well as the sydney bus museum
thats has an original aust post  van

Thanx for sharing