Products I use - Kia EV6
The products listed below are things that I use with my new Kia EV6. Some items are only available in North America, please make sure to verify if the item you are interested in is available in your region.
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Viofo T130 - 3 Channel Dashcam
The Viofo T130 3 channel dashcam offers a 2K front camera plus a 1080 rear camera as well as a 1080 inside camera that can pivot to one side. It offers audio recording as well as WiFi connectivity to allow you to configure the settings, view live video, or view recorded videos that are stored on the microSD card.
Amazon link to the product: https://amzn.to/3dn0YWY
See the product review in this video:
Viofo HK4 Hardwire Kit for T130
The HK4 hardwire kit allows the T130 dashcam to have parking mode which will record video and audio even when the car is powered off. When used with a fuse tap kit the installation is 100% reversible and no cutting of the car wires is required.
Link to the product at Viofo: https://viofo.com/accessories/254-732-type-c-hk4-hardwire-kit-cable-for-t130-dash-camera.html#/38-fuse_type-not_included
See the product review in this video:
Micro2 Fuse Tap Kit
The Kia EV6 and Kia Niro EV use Micro2 type fuses. The fuse tap kit allows for a non-invasive installation of the dashcam, making the installation fully reversible while keeping the protection of the car equipment and adding power and a fuse for the dashcam.
Amazon link to the product: https://amzn.to/3qFMfJA
See the product review in this video:
Viofo CPL for T130
With the CPL reflections in the windshield of the car are eliminated from recordings of the T130 dashcam. In my opinion this should be included with every dashcam and not an option.
Link to the product at Viofo: https://viofo.com/accessories/244-viofo-cpl-filter-anti-glare-circular-polarizing-lens-for-a229a139t130.html
See the product review in this video:
Viofo Bluetooth Remote for T130
The Bluetooth remote makes saving T130 recordings easy. No need to stretch to press the button on the dashcam, simply place this remote close to your hand and saving a recording is a snap. Very convenient and discrete.
Amazon link to the product: https://viofo.com/accessories/90-viofo-bluetooth-remote-control-for-a129-duoa129-pro-duoa129-plus-duoa129-plus-duo-ira139t130a119-minia229-dashcam.html
See the product review in this video:
Lexar 128GB microSDxc
You don't need to spend a ton of money on a memory card, just buy a good brand that is UHS1/Class10. I bought this Lexar 128GB 633x microSD and it works perfectly with the T130. You can also buy the Viofo branded memory cards, but they are more expensive.
Amazon link to the product: https://amzn.to/3Lkxju7
See the product review in this video:
Center console organizer tray
The armrest of the EV6 is very deep, which is useful, but if you want to keep smaller items close for easy access the storage is not very convenient. Ian Talbot from an EV6 Facebook group bought this item and suggested that I try it. Ordered, it arrived in 24 hours, and it is now being used in my EV6. I will make a review video about it because there are some things I like and there is one thing I don't like.
Amazon link to the product: https://amzn.to/3Cu2LDt
See the product review in this video:
Flo X5 Smart Charging Station - Web Connected
I have a small business and it was important that I continue to deduct "fuel" expenses for business use. I chose the Québec made Flo X5 smart station. It has a Web page with an abundance of information and settings, as well as e-mailing me a detailed report of each charging session, to the 1000th of a kW, with the time and date.
On Amazon: Flo X5 charging station
See this product in the video below:
Home Charging - EVSEs and Port Covers
Veepeak Bluetooth OBD2 Adapter for Android
This OBD2 device is the Android only version. Unfortunately, the Torque Pro app is only available on Android and I have not been told of a quality equivalent for iOS.
On Amazon: Veepeak OBD2 BT Adapter
To learn more about this device watch this video:
Windshield Snow and Ice Cover
Something you take for granted in a gas car in the winter, is the heat created by the motor. The heat melts snow and ice that accumulates at the bottom of the windshield where the wipers are. In an electric car you don't have a giant heater under the hood so snow and ice accumulate where the wipers are and it can be pretty difficult to clean out. A viewer was kind enough to share a link to a product he bought, a windshield protector that also covers the wiper area. I bought two of them, one for me and one for my wife, and love them.
I will make a video about it eventually.
Amazon link to the product: https://amzn.to/3talkGJ
La Station Verte GDC-LS30 - Not Web connected
I wanted to try another Québec made brand charging station for my wife's Soul EV. The GDC-LS30 is a smart station, but not Web connected. All details of charging sessions are on the screen, it offers PINs to lock it from public use, and is made with outstanding quality.
La Station Verte Website: GDC-LS30
See this product in the video below: