No pressure. Just honest conversations, real hands-on experiences, and answers from local EV experts.
Enter to win a Level 2 EV Charger. Plus prizes and refreshments!
Drop in anytime. Stay as long as you’d like.
RSVPs are not required, but they help us get a rough idea of attendance for EV Experience Night. If you’re planning to stop by, we’d appreciate you letting us know! 🙂
Charging. Battery life. Winter driving. Road trips. Costs. Myths.
We built this event to make EV learning feel easier, calmer, and more honest. Walk through hands-on stations, talk with local EV experts, explore Kia hybrid and electric vehicles, and ask real questions in a relaxed environment to industry experts.
No pressure. Just guidance that helps you figure out what actually fits your life.
Explore EVs, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids without the pressure of a sales environment. Learn if a hybrid is better for your lifestyle than a full EV. Plus, we’ll have kayaks, camping gear, hockey bags and bikes to see which vehicle actually suits you.
See what charging actually looks like at home and on the road, compare charging speeds, and learn how EV road trips work on Vancouver Island. Practical route planning for Tofino, Nanaimo, Whistler, and Mt. Washington — from people who actually drive these routes.
Talk directly with Kia master technicians about battery longevity, winter driving, regenerative braking, and long-term ownership. The bonus? We’ll have a Kia EV9 on a hoist so you can see an EV from a totally different perspective.
Talk with local electrician Russ Gowett to learn all about installation, electrical requirements, cost, and BC Hydro and Fortis BC rebates.
Battery life and storage, resale, depreciation, extended warranties, rebates — ask us anything!
Ask anything — no scripts, no pressure, just honest answers from EV experts over coffee.
Get behind the wheel of a Kia EV9, EV6, EV5, EV4 or a Kia Niro EV. We’ll also have the Sportage PHEV and HEV, and the Sorento PHEV and HEV available to test drive too.
Including a Level 2 home charger giveaway and other EV-themed prizes throughout the evening.
Whether you’re EV-curious, hybrid-shopping, or just tired of sifting through information yourself — this is a calm place to ask anything.
4:00 PMÂ Â Doors Open
4:30 PMÂ Â EV Charging & Road Trip Demo
5:00 PMÂ Â Technician Q&A
5:30 PMÂ Â EV Maintenance Discussion
6:00 PMÂ Â Home Charging Walkthrough
6:30 PMÂ Â Final Giveaway Draws
“I bought a plug-in hybrid last fall and I barely visit gas stations now. The battery takes care of most of my driving in and around Victoria.” – Leslie W.
“Trips home to the Okanagan took less adjustment than I expected. I top up my charge in Hope and am on the road again in less than half an hour.” – Peter T.Â
“Charging at home is so convenient, and I’m so glad I never have to head to a gas station again. I just plug it in at home about every 10 days and it’s ready to go in the morning.” – Bethan O.
“The maintenance is much simpler.” – Jack H.
“I can’t get over the power and speed. It’s truly mind-blowing.” Terance B.Â
We live here too. Our EV conversations are grounded in real Island driving — the routes you actually take, the weather you actually see, and the gear you actually haul.
It depends on the charger. A Level 1 plug adds a small amount of range each hour, a Level 2 home charger can charge many EVs overnight, and DC fast chargers along Island highways are designed for shorter road-trip charging stops. We’ll show you what each option actually looks like.
Most Vancouver Island homes can support some form of EV charging. We’ll walk you through Level 1 vs Level 2 charging, panel considerations, installation basics, and options for condos and townhomes.
Yes. We’ll talk honestly about cold-weather range, regenerative braking on wet roads, and what to expect when driving locally or heading up to Mt. Washington.
We’ll compare gas, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and full EV options side by side, including who each one tends to fit best. No pressure to pick a side.
Incentives and charger rebates can change over time, so we’ll help you understand what programs may be available and what questions to ask before making a decision.
Absolutely. RSVPs help us plan refreshments and giveaway draws, but you can drop in anytime between 4:00 and 7:00 PM.
Yes — optional and low-key. Our team can take you out in an EV or hybrid model if you’d like to feel one for yourself.
Completely free. Refreshments, conversations, demos, and giveaway entries are all on us.
That’s exactly who this event is for. Most people who attend won’t buy that night — and we’re more than okay with that. Our goal is to be the most trustworthy place on the Island to learn about EVs.
Whether you’re just starting to explore or already comparing options, this evening is designed to help you feel informed, comfortable, and confident.
No pressure. Just honest guidance.
Kia Victoria · Friday, May 22, 2026 · 4:00 – 7:00 PM