Driven by engineering. Defined by precision.
About VASS
Meet the engineer behind VASS
Dmitrijs Vehicle systems engineer
VASS is built on a foundation of engineering expertise, innovation, and a passion for solving complex challenges. My journey began during the Formula Student competitions, where I developed a fully electric race car powered by a YASA motor and a self-built ECU.
Over time, I expanded into creating battery management systems, controllers, and integration platforms, laying the groundwork for the wide range of projects I deliver today.
While EV conversions are at the heart of what I do — from Land Rover Defenders and Porsche 911s to supporting projects like Skyfly’s electric aircraft systems — VASS goes beyond electric drivetrains. I also work on custom mechanical and electronic engineering, whether it’s transmission conversions, dashboard integrations, thermal management systems, or interior refinements such as bespoke audio and console design.
Explore the work behind that experience
Defender EV engineering →Diagnostics and CAN integration →Published project case studies →
In-house development
Personal builds that move the technology forward
Alongside customer projects, I invest in personal builds that push innovation further. I am restoring two rare Lada 2101s, with one remaining original and the other being fully electrified as a platform to test VASS in-house developments.
These projects allow me to experiment, validate, and refine technologies before applying them to client work.
Working with VASS
A clear route from enquiry to engineering.
Share the vehicle, its current build stage and the outcome you need. The initial project review is free; any further diagnostic or engineering work is scoped and agreed before it starts.
Tell us what you have
Describe the vehicle, the work already completed and what you want to achieve. Existing components, photos and documentation help establish the starting point.
Review the next step
The free initial review helps identify the questions to resolve and whether VASS is the right fit. Further investigation may be needed before a specification or quotation can be agreed.
Agree the scope
Define the work, responsibilities and expected outputs. Any further assessment, diagnostic or engineering work is agreed before it begins.
Develop and test
Engineering and testing follow the agreed scope, with the vehicle systems considered together. The project determines the commissioning work and handover information required.
The VASS mission
Combine heritage with innovation and deliver engineering solutions that are precise, reliable, and future-proof.
Whether the project is an EV conversion or a broader custom mechanical and electronic build, every solution is developed around dependable integration and real-world usability.
Discuss your project