Hyundai brings significant improvements to the Kona EV over the previous-generation model. We share our first impressions of the 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric, the power plant, driving dynamics, controls, and what it has to offer for buyers looking to purchase a sensible electric vehicle. Also, we discuss why it is important for EV owners to pay close attention to the 12-volt battery in their electric cars. Our experts had fun making up their own frankencar, choosing the motor, transmission, chassis, interior, and body from any car they wished and making their own creation.
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SHOW NOTES
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00:00 – Introduction
00:16 – First Impressions: 2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
01:57 – Cabin and Controls
03:07 – Compared to Gas Powered Vehicle
04:00 – Driving and Power
04:55 – Some Compromises
05:38 – Powertrain
06:19 – Regenerative Braking
08:42 – Cabin Noise
10:26 – Charging Systems
14:18 – Question #1: Do EVs have 12-volt batteries like regular cars, and do they need to be serviced?
18:18 – Question #2: If you could design a car where you source the powertrain, infotainment, interior, chassis, etc from any automaker, what would you make?
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First Drive: Redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona Has Grown Larger and Gained New Features
2024 Hyundai Kona Electric
Automakers Move to a Common Plug Standard to Allow Their EVs to Use Tesla Superchargers
How to Find All the Available Electric Car Incentives
Hybrids/EV Buying Guide
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