Daily Archives: April 7, 2015

Kia Soul EV Car of the Year

Kia Soul EV, Car of the Year in Norway

Kia Motors brought home another prestigious award, with the Kia Soul EV winning the Car of the Year title in Norway. The largest consumer information service providing organization in Norway, Dinside, has named the Kia Soul EV the best car for 2015 based on its price, space, handling, technology, and environmental friendliness.

Kia Soul EV Car of the Year
Kia Soul EV Car of the Year

Soul EV gained the highest marks among 10 eligible candidates, thanks to its excellent design, spacious interior, and the best range (212km) on a single charge among the available electric vehicle (EV) models. Unlike some other eco-friendly cars with limited cargo space, Soul EV has been able to maximize the passenger and cargo room thanks to its boxy shape, adding practicality for all consumers.

Read more: Kia Buzz

Nissan ‘Ultimate Smart BBQ’ Electric Van

As electric cars become more common, it’s only a matter of time before more people start thinking of things to do with them besides drive to and from work.

Like, for example, turning one into a barbecue on wheels.

In this case, it’s an electric van, not a car–all the better to power your electric grill, right?

Nissan claims to have created the “Ultimate Smart BBQ Vehicle” using its e-NV200, an all-electric version of the NV200 small van.

As enthusiastically described (in Japanese) in the video (via Electric Cars Report), the modified e-NV200 has everything you’ll need for an outdoor party.

Read more: Green Car Reports

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wE1S4hXdA4s