Recent content by cybermorse

Kia did an exceptionally good engineering job for their first EV. I've had mine for one year, and would never go back to 'infernal combustion'. There is one feature that it lacks, and one that could stand improvement: 1- No daytime running lights. The LED array above each headlight would make...

Hard to beat ClipperCreek for fine charging stations made in the USA, and sold at reasonable prices. Just installed a hard-wired HCS-40, which is a 32-amp, 7.7kW unit. The Kia will only charge at a max. of 6.6 kW, but I'll be ready for the next EV with a higher charging rate. If your garage...

Kia Customer Service incorrectly told me that only the brake pedal switch can activate the stop lights. Truth is, with the shift lever in 'B' mode, two or more 'regen' bars upon throttle reduction will activate the stoplights. Makes sense that you would warn following vehicles that you are...

In a misguided effort to reduce battery load, Kia decided to forego DRL's on EV's, although they are probably present on EV's sold in Canada. The LED array above each headlight serve as 'Parking' lights, and would do a fine job as DRL's. Can't believe that running these LED's would have a...

I expect the power reduction in 'ECO' mode, but would welcome an increase in regen. at speeds below 20 MPH. Kia could most likely do this with a software change.