Kalashnikov aims to add EVs alongside AK-47s Kalashnikov aims to add EVs alongside AK-47s August 24, 2018 dzadmin Comments 0 Comment Kalashnikov, the maker of the AK-47 assault rifle, is the latest entry into the EV race with the CV-1, a retro-designed wagon. The model has a driving range of about 217 miles and is powered by an inverter developed by the company.