'Kia Soul EV is way, way cleaner than ice model'
http://www.motoring.co.uk/car-news/new-kia-soul-ev-wins-whole-life-environmental-certification_65056 New Kia Soul EV Wins Whole-Life Environmental Certification By Stephen Turvil 19 Aug 2014 [image http://newsimages.motoring.co.uk/kia-soul-ev-65056-1.jpg (Soul EV) ] Kia Soul EV Engineers Minimise Whole-Life Environmental Impact Eco warriors: the Kia Soul EV has received its whole-life environmental certification. TÜV Nord – an independent technical inspection organisation - has therefore evaluated this forthcoming, fully electric, vehicle against the ISO 14040 Life Cycle Assessment Standards. These relate to the environmental impact of the production process, how it performs on the road, and how effectively it can be recycled. On this basis, the Soul EV incorporates easily recyclable materials such as bio plastic and bio foam, etc. It has antibacterial materials and paint too. It also emits no carbon while in use as the electric motor burns electricity rather than petrol or diesel. The Kia Soul EV – which will be launched in the United Kingdom in the latter part of 2014 – is therefore more environmentally friendly than its diesel-powered sibling. As such, this zero emission vehicle performed better in the “global warming potential” category as it emits nearly forty percent less greenhouse gasses throughout its life cycle. Furthermore, it out-performed the diesel in the “photochemical oxidant creation potential” category that relates to smog creation. Such factors make this vehicle an appealing prospect for the drivers that want to minimise their impact on the environment - and that could help sales. Kia Soul EV Overview The Kia Soul EV is powered by an eighty-one kilowatt electric motor that produces two-hundred and eighty-five newton metres of torque. This power is sent to the front wheels via a single speed, constant ratio, gear reduction unit and propels motorists to sixty-two in about eleven seconds. That is respectable. Furthermore, the range is up to one-hundred and thirty miles which is class competitive. But be warned. Any electric vehicle's range can vary considerably. Influencing factors include the ambient temperature, terrain, what equipment is running, the motorist's driving style and how much weight is aboard. Once flat, this forthcoming model can be charged via a six and a half kilowatt unit in five hours. An eighty percent charge, in contrast, can be achieved within twenty-five minutes courtesy of a one-hundred kilowatt charger, or thirty-three minutes via a fifty kilowatt. The battery is stored beneath the cabin to ensure the car has a low centre of gravity. This – according to the manufacture - contributes to the “accomplished ride, handling and refinement”. But there is more. This workhorse looks more futuristic than most competitors, has a decent cargo capacity, plenty of standard equipment and – from launch – will be backed by a seven year manufacturer warranty. Clearly, the Soul EV is far more than an environmentally friendly gimmick for eco warriors. [© motoring.co.uk] ... http://motortradesinsight.co.uk/article_page.asp?id=973 Kia receives environmental badge for use of bio-based plastic in new Soul electric vehicle 3 February 2014 ... Various bio-based materials have been applied to the Soul EV, such as bio degradable plastic, bio-foam and bio-fabric. Unlike previous plastic materials that are based from oils, bio-based materials are derived from biomass, which is a photosynthate. Such modern biochemical technologies have replaced the majority of the existing chemistry industry by offering an alternative through development of new bio-materials ... http://www.leithautoparkkia.com/blogs/650/soul-ev-earns-top-environmental-certification/ Soul EV Earns Top Environmental Certification By Leith Autopark Kia July 1, 2014 [image http://www.leithautoparkkia.com/blogs/650/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/Soul-EV-TUV-Nord.jpg Soul EV / Photo: Autoblog ] There’s a growing demand for electric vehicles as consumers are shown to be increasingly “with it.” Whether the “it” in question is environmental consciousness, a desire to save on fuel costs, or the need for a car that can stealthily leave the home at odd hours is anyone’s best guess, but the industry is taking notice. Harley Davidson has even been testing out an all-electric motor cycle with its fans called Project Livewire. We’ve mentioned before that Kia’s answer to this trend is the Soul EV, and the Korean automaker will be pleased to hear that its battery-powered hamster-mobile has just been recognized as the cleanest in its lineup. German technical service group TÜV Nord has bestowed a “whole-life environmental certificate” on the Soul EV. From the start to finish, it is far more eco-friendly than any other Soul, and indeed any other Kia. Compared to the Soul Diesel that is sold in Europe, the Soul EV has a forty percent smaller carbon footprint. In addition to having zero emissions once it’s on the road, the car is also made with particularly green materials that are highly recyclable once the car reaches the end of its life. Kia has realistic expectations for the Soul EV, only planning to make five thousand per year initially. It currently bears a $39,000 sticker in South Korea, but that doesn’t factor in the government subsidies for when it comes stateside. We still don’t have an official date on when they will be available in the US, but a spokesperson said it should be sometime later this year. You can read the press release by TÜV Nord on Autoblog.com. Remember that Kia is already one of the greenest manufacturers based on its other models, which we have a full inventory of at Leith Autopark Kia Feel free to visit us any day of the week. [© 2014 Leith Autopark Kia] ... http://green.autoblog.com/2014/06/24/lifetime-analysis-kia-soul-ev-way-cleaner-than-diesel/ In lifetime analysis, Kia Soul EV is way, way cleaner than diesel model By Danny King Jun 24th 2014 For all EVLN posts use: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/template/NamlServlet.jtp?macro=search_page&node=413529&query=evln&sort=date http://gas2.org/2014/08/20/now-can-rent-tesla-model-s/ Now You Can Rent A Tesla Model S http://www.autoevolution.com/news/urban-glider-electric-one-wheeler-that-will-get-you-places-video-85380.html Urban Glider - Electric One-Wheeler that Will Get You Places (video) http://transportevolved.com/2014/08/23/electragirl-jetting/ Yes, that little blue EVSE is well and truly ICEd http://www.capradio.org/articles/2014/08/15/truckee-wants-more-free-electric-car-charging-stations/ Truckee, CA Wants More Public Electric Car Charging Stations ... http://www.afdc.energy.gov/locator/stations/results?utf8=%E2%9C%93&location=Truckee%2C+ca&filtered=true&fuel=ELEC&owner=all&payment=all&ev_level2=true&ev_dc_fast=true&radius=true&radius_miles=50 + EVLN: Why is GM limiting Sonic EV Production To Just 1,800? {brucedp.150m.com} -- View this message in context: http://electric-vehicle-discussion-list.413529.n4.nabble.com/EVLN-Kia-Soul-EV-Wins-Whole-Life-Environmental-Certification-tp4671198.html Sent from the Electric Vehicle Discussion List mailing list archive at Nabble.com. _______________________________________________ UNSUBSCRIBE: http://www.evdl.org/help/index.html#usub http://lists.evdl.org/listinfo.cgi/ev-evdl.org For EV drag racing discussion, please use NEDRA (http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NEDRA)
