Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020, Paul – Living with an EV: Getting started

Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020, Paul - Living with an EV: Getting started

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Paul

 

What is the make, model and year of your EV?
Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020

 

What got you into an EV in the first place? 
After owning 3 Toyota Hybrids (2 x Prius and an Auris) the penny finally dropped. I decided to get rid of the engine, gearbox, clutch, fuel tank, sump oil, exhaust system, catalytic converter, radiator and settle for a battery, inverter and an electric motor. Much simpler and less to go wrong.

 

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What didn’t you know to begin with?
I spent time looking up electric vehicles, the government grant available and the charging network. All seemed to make sense to help the environment and save money too.

 

Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020, Paul - Living with an EV: Getting started

 

What did you find most confusing about EVs and how did you solve that? 

  • The charging plug types and charging rates
  • The numerous apps you need to sign up for

 

What sources of information helped you e.g. people, groups, websites etc?
Various websites like EVNews Daily, UK Motor1, Current News, ZapMap, GoElectric, Twitter, SpeakEV & various Facebook Groups.

 

Why did you buy the car you did? 
After owning a Nissan LEAF 40kWh for a year and one long distance UK holiday, I felt I needed a car with better range than the LEAF.

 

Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020, Paul - Living with an EV: Getting started

 

Kia e-Niro 4+ 2020, Paul - Living with an EV: Getting started

 

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