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EV QUESTEV Sales, New Models & What’s Coming in 2026 | EV Quest PodcastAdrian Maidment Riz Akhtar (Carloop) unpack the latest EV developments across New Zealand and Australia. Riz shares insights from his recent trip to China, a major source of new right-hand-drive EVs bound for NZ and Australia. Adrian breaks down New Zealand’s November EV sales data, including the continued dominance of the Tesla Model Y. If you’re curious about where EVs are heading in 2026, how pricing is shifting, and what new models are worth watching, this episode is packed with insights for EV fans and everyday drivers alike.EVDB data: https://evdb.nz/ev-stats
2025-12-0711 minEV QUESTChecking out China’s EV Chargers, MG’s Luxury Leap, and NZ’s Electric Two-WheelersIn this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment checks in with Riz Akhtar (Carloop) fresh from his recent trip to China. Riz shares insights from visiting charging giant Sinexcel and spotting next-gen EVs from Nio and Xpeng. Adrian covers the rise of New Zealand’s electric two-wheeler industry with updates from Velduro, FTN Motion, and the rescued UBCO brand. The duo also dive into MG’s new luxury line "IM," Xpeng’s big push into Australia, Tesla’s upcoming affordable Model Y, and the new Cupra Tavascan.
2025-08-0213 minEV QUESTWhat’s Next for Charging? Mark Lampard at the Melbourne EV ShowIn this EV Quest podcast interview, Adrian Maidment talks with Mark Lampard at the Melbourne EV Show.Mark shares insights on the current state and future of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, highlighting his recent experiences in China and Europe. Mark also shares his knowledge on the evolving technology and infrastructure needed to support the transition to electric vehicles, as well as exciting developments on the horizon for his company, go EV. 👉 Find out more: https://go-ev.com.au/
2025-07-0311 minEV QUESTKia EV3 Test Drive | May Sales Data | Gumboots on for FieldaysKia ora and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast - brining you EV news from from Aotearoa, Australia, and around the world.With your hosts - Adrian Maidment in Tauranga and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne. This episode includes: 🔹 Test drive in NZ and OZ of Kia EV3 🔹 Fieldays 🔹 Melbourne EV ShowLink: Kia Rotorua: https://www.ebbett.co.nz/brand/kia
2025-06-0808 minEV QUESTBYD China Visit Recap | Honda’s New EV | Tesla Model 3 ANCAP RatingAdrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AU) reunite for another high-voltage episode of the EV Quest podcast!Riz shares exclusive insights from his recent trip to China, diving deep into the scale and scope of BYD's electric ecosystem—from cars to buses, and SkyRail. Plus, they unpack major changes in BYD's distribution in Australia.Also in this episode:⭐ New Tesla Model 3 earns highest-ever ANCAP safety scores🇯🇵 First impressions of the Honda e:N1 in New ZealandDon’t miss the debut of their new segment: Deals of the Week on EVs!
2025-06-0114 minEV QUESTE-Bikes, Gold Award & Big Ambitions: Velduro’s Kiwi Success Story - Interview with Dan Wallace"We won a gold award out of 600 entries."Join Adrian Maidment on the EV Quest Podcast as he chats with Dan Wallace, co-founder of Velduro. Fresh off their gold award win at the 33rd China International Bicycle Fair held in Shanghai , Dan shares the story behind Velduro’s cutting-edge designs, the game-changing DJI Avanox motor system, and future plans for Velduro.Plus, Dan shares an "EV QUEST Exclusive" on the rules of speed.Find out more on Velduro: https://www.velduro.com/
2025-05-2523 minEV QUESTTesla FSD in Oz, Riz impressed by new EV, Global EV SalesKia ora and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast - brining you EV news from from Aotearoa, Australia, and around the world.With your hosts - Adrian Maidment in Tauranga and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne. This episode includes: 🔹 Tesla Model Y variations. Which is best? 🔹 Global EV sales 🔹 Z Energy sells Flick to Meridian 🔹 Tesla’s self-driving tech in Melbourne 🔹 New affordable EV impresses Riz.Mentioned: Hook Turn: https://thedriven.io/2025/05/17/tesla-self-driving-fsd-software-used-in-australia-for-first-time-does-hook-turn-in-melbourne/Global Sales: https://thedriven.io/2025/05/15/global-ev-sales-to-hit-20-million-in-2025-as-prices-hit-parity-in-key-markets/
2025-05-1811 minEV QUESTRiz reports live from the Melbourne Motor Show, Latest Australian EV Sales Figures| EV Quest PodcastKia ora and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast, your source for electric vehicle news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the globe.In this episode, recorded on April 5, 2025, host Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand, talks with Riz Akhtar, reporting live from the Melbourne Motor Show at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.Links:NZ EV Sales data: https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nz
2025-04-0509 minEV QUESTTips on buying an EV, NZ Sales for March | EV Quest Podcast 🚗G’day and welcome to the “EV Quest Podcast”. Bringing you EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and from the rest of the world . Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand. And in Melbourne, Australia - Riz Akhtar from Carloop.This episode:March EV sales in NZ. Tips for buying a new EV. Upcoming eventsWe are also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest
2025-04-0210 minEV QUESTVolvo's new premium 7-seat SUV. Cadillac Lyriq seen! Cybertruck not seen! | EV Quest Podcast 🚗In this episode of EV Quest’s News Shorts, Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AUS) bring you the latest in EV news from down under and around the world.🔌 Here’s what we cover: A look at the all-electric Lyriq now on display at Westfield Newmarket.The Cybertruck - no there.Volvo EX90 first driveNissan’s new Leaf A preview of the Melbourne Motor Show.Bite-sized EV news, fresh and fast. Hit play!
2025-03-3013 minEV QUESTTesla Model Y Prices Cut | BYD Shark 6 Review | Big Charging BYD🎙️ EV Quest Podcast – News Shorts (22 March 2025) G’day and welcome to another fast-charged episode of the EV Quest Podcast, your go-to source for EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.In this episode, hosts Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AUS) - unpack the latest headlines, including:⚡ Tesla slashes Model Y prices – what it means for buyers? ⚡ Cybertruck recall ⚡ MG teases a new MG4 variant ⚡ Riz shares what he’s been driving – including a close-up with the BYD Shark 6 🔌 Hit follow and stay charged with EV Quest.Menti...
2025-03-2217 minEV QUESTGeely EX5 Shakes Up EV Prices, Cybertruck coming to Australia? Tesla's ups and downs.G’day and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast, your go-to source for the latest EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and beyond!In this episode, Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AU) break down the biggest EV stories of the week, including:🔹 Everything Electric Sydney 🔹 Geely EX5 Launch & low price 🔹 Tesla’s Market Challenges 🔹 Cadillac’s NZ Expansion 🔹 What’s Riz Been Driving? –Not an EV!Don’t forget to subscribe for more EV news, insights, and expert analysis! 🚗⚡
2025-03-1514 minEV QUESTBYD Shark 6 Shines, ID.4 & ID.5 Pricing, Tesla Model Y or…| EV Quest Podcast 🚗G’day and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast, your go-to source for the latest electric vehicle news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.I’m Adrian Maidment, coming to you from Tauranga, New Zealand. And joining me, as always, is the man with the EV insights to keep you ahead of the curve—Riz Akhtar, Founder of Carloop, straight from Melbourne, Australia.🚗 Coming Up Today:✅ BYD’s Shark 6 proves it’s built tough, securing a 5-star safety rating from ANCAP.✅ The Tesla Model Y Refresh sells out fast in Australia ✅ Pricing for...
2025-03-0117 minEV QUESTFirst look at BYD SEALION 7 and another new BYDJoin hosts Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AUS) as they dive into the latest EV news from Australasia and around the globe. This episode: Riz checks out the new BYD Sealion 7, plus there's another new BYD model on the way.
2025-02-2311 minEV QUESTWhy SUV EVs Should Be Winning – But Aren’tJoin hosts Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AUS) as they dive into the latest EV news from Australasia and around the globe. This episode covers the arrival of the Geely EX5 in Australia and NZ, What's Riz been driving? and a major European carmaker opting for BYD batteries.Tune in for expert insights, EV comparisons, and the latest EV news vehicles! 🌏⚡ #EVQuestMentioned:70 Best Electric Vehicle Podcastshttps://podcast.feedspot.com/electric_vehicle_podcasts/EV woes sparks Porsche’ need to cut 1900 jobshttps://www.tarmaclife.co.nz/n...
2025-02-1614 minEV QUESTKia EV5 review. Omoda E5 review. What's an EIV? | EV Quest podcastWelcome to EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ podcast. Bringing you the latest EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ features Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand, and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne, Australia.In this episode:✅ Kia EV5✅ Omoda E5✅ What's an EIV?✅ News from Australia🎬 Check out EV Quest EV reviews on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuestConnect with Riz on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/riz-akhtar/Links Mentioned:Kia Sales: https://insideevs.com/new...
2025-02-0118 minEV QUESTDriving the DEEPAL S07, Model Y orders, Commenting on Elon | EV QuestWelcome to EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ podcast. Bringing you the latest EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ features Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand, and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne, Australia.In this episode:✅ Driving the DEEPAL S07✅ Model Y orders in China✅ Commenting on Elon✅ Bye Bye Mazda 6, maybe hello Mazda 6eConnect with Riz on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/riz-akhtar/
2025-01-2615 minEV QUESTNew Tesla Model Y News. New upmarket MG. New BYD low PricesWelcome to EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ podcast. Bringing you the latest EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.In this episode:✅ Tesla Model Y update✅ BYD sale on now✅ Luxury MG✅ Chinese EVs updateEV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ features Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand, and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne, Australia.Connect with Riz on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/riz-akhtar/
2025-01-1915 minEV QUESTNew Tesla Model Y Key Details! But Should You Buy The Old One?Welcome to EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’Bringing you the latest EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.In this episode:The new Tesla Model Y releaseA cut-price BYD enters AustraliaTennis, anyone? In an EV?The year of Chinese EVs?EV Quest’s ‘News Shorts’ features Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand, and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne, Australia.Connect with Riz on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/riz-akhtar/
2025-01-1218 minEV QUESTBYD vs Tesla sales - what's really happening? EV5 review.This week, Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar (Carloop) discuss the end-of-year sales data from BYD and Tesla. Who really is number one?Also, Riz is currently driving the new Kia EV5, so he shares his thoughts on this new Kia.
2025-01-0416 minEV QUEST'EV of the Year' Show Christmas Special 2024Welcome to the EV Quest ‘EV of the Year’ podcast! Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar from Carloop choose their EVs of the year. Categories include Best Value EV of the Year, Luxury EV of the Year, Hybrid of the Year, ‘Wow’ Moment of the Year, "Oh No" Moment of the Year and the prestigious “What’s Riz Been Driving?” EV of the Year!The podcast is available on all leading platforms.
2024-12-2234 minEV QUESTSecond-Hand EVs: The Smart Buyer's Guide to Aussie and Kiwi MarketsIn this episode of EV Quest's podcast, Adrian Maidment discusses the secondhand electric vehicle (EV) market in Australia and New Zealand with guests Hayden Johnston and Nareev Bhatt. They explore current trends, consumer education, pricing, warranties, and the future of the EV market.Links:GVI: https://www.gvielectric.kiwi/Electrifying Everything: https://www.youtube.com/@NeeravBhatt
2024-12-0932 minEV QUESTNEWS SHORTS: Tesla Referral, BYD Shark Orders, Car of the Year Award in NZA quick update of EV News by Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar (Carloop)AA DRIVEN NZ Car of the Year: https://www.drivencarguide.co.nz/news/the-byd-sealion-6-is-the-best-new-vehicle-of-the-year-aa-driven-nz-car-of-the-year-overall-winner/EV QUEST Sealion 6 review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AqunTOP0Nk
2024-11-3005 minEV QUESTDid the JaGUar rebrand work? Contenders for EV of the year. Geely approved.Ev Quest’s Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Australia about EV news making the news. This episode: Jaguar makes a huge impression with their rebrand. We look at some EV options for car of the year, and Geely’s upcoming electric SUV, the EX5, has now received approval to be sold in Australia.Geely EX5: https://thedriven.io/2024/11/22/geelys-upcoming-ex5-suv-gets-approval-for-sale-in-australia/Check out EV Quest videos here:https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest
2024-11-2314 minEV QUESTTesla Model Y Family Road Trip in the USA – Surprises & Challenges Revealed!In this EV Quest episode, Adrian Maidment interviews Clayton Morgan, who shares his adventurous family road trip across the USA (from New Zealand) in a rented Tesla Model Y. From exploring the desert to navigating high-speed freeways and unexpected charging spots, Clayton dives into the ups and downs of traveling with a Tesla. He also reveals the challenges of adapting to American roads, managing a full EV itinerary, and the quirks of Tesla’s Full Self-Driving in real-world conditions. Whether you’re a Tesla enthusiast or curious about EV road trips, this episode has valuable insigh...
2024-11-0717 minEV QUESTCreating a Low Emissions Heavy Transport Sector - Camilla Cochrane from EECA Adrian Maidment speaks with Camilla Cochran, Funds Delivery Manager at the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA). Camilla discusses New Zealand's ambitious transition to sustainable transport, highlighting EECA's new $28 million Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, which offers up to 25% off the cost of electric and hybrid trucks. She explains how heavy vehicles, while making up only 5% of New Zealand's vehicle fleet, generate nearly a quarter of road transport emissions.Also covered - f EV charging infrastructure across the country, including New Zealand's largest charging hub in Tauranga, and innovative projects like electric hydrofoils in t...
2024-10-2319 minEV QUESTMG price cuts, new brands arriving, September salesIn this episode: Mg price cuts, new brands on the way, Sales data, and what has Riz been driving?I’m Adrian Maidment in Tauranga New Zealand, and in Melbourne Australia - Riz Akhtar from Carloop. Mentioned:MG prices: https://mgmotor.co.nz/offers/?make=MG4Leapmotor: https://www.leapmotor.com/au. https://www.leapmotor.com/nzSales Data: https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/350440543/new-car-market-showing-signs-potential-recoveryhttps://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nz
2024-10-0514 minEV QUESTRolls-Royce Spectre, Xpeng, Zeekr, Air NZ U-turn, Deals Deals Deals!G’day and welcome to EV Quest’s News Shorts, bringing you EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and around the world.In this episode:Deals, Deals, Deals!Air NZ U-turnAustralian EV eventsAdrian checks out the Rolls-Royce Spectre ⚡️With Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar from Carloop 🎙️LINKS:Leaf pricing: https://www.nissan.co.nz/vehicles/browse-range/leaf/specs-and-pricing.htmlAir NZ emissions: https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/jul/30/air-new-zealand-is-first-major-airline-to-scrap-2030-emissions-targetRolls-Royce Spectre: https://www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com/en_GB/showroom/spectre.htmlEVDB: https://evdb.nz/cheapest-electric-cars-nz
2024-08-1016 minEV QUESTThe new EV Loop PodcastHi - this is Adrian Maidment. This episode I'm sharing an episode of the new podcast - 'EV Loop'. I'm actually on it, with the podcast hosted by Riz Akhtar, who is the weekend guest on the EV Quest podcast. 🎙️So, have a listen and see what you think. Topics covered include: Zeekr’s exciting website launch and new models for the Australian market.Rumors about Geely entering the Australian and New Zealand markets.Carloop's EV Charging Summit in Melbourne on August 7th, featuring industry expertsCarloop: https://carloop.com.au/
2024-08-0113 minEV QUESTNews Shorts - Kia EV 5 delayed. Longer lasting battery. New BYD spotted.This is EV Quest's News Shorts Weekend Edition, bringing you thelatest EV news from New Zealand, Australia and around the world. I'm Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand and in Melbourne, Australia it's Riz Ahktar from Carloop. This Episode: In this episode: Kia EV 5 delayed… Longer lasting battery from China, and another new BYD spotted on the streets of Australia.LINKSBattery: https://insideevs.com/news/726654/catl-long-servicelife-battery-16years-2million-kilometers/#:
2024-07-2112 minEV QUESTLucid Air, Ford F150 Lightning, Rivian R1T...Find out what they are like to drive!Lucid Air…Ford F15 Lightning…Rivian R1T, today I’m speaking to someone who has driven them all. My guest is Chris Quin from Melbourne Australia. Chris is an EV owner who is passionate about the EV industry. I’m Adrian Maidment, and this is the EV Quest Podcast. Hello Chris.
2024-07-1716 minEV QUESTNews Shorts - NZ Emissions going up. No Mirrors Tesla. New EV Capri.This is EV Quest's News Shorts Weekend Edition, bringing you thelatest EV news from New Zealand, Australia and around the world. I'm Adrian Maidment in Tauranga, New Zealand and in Melbourne, Australia it's Riz Ahktar from Carloop. This Episode: Less clean Emission Standards in NZ. New EV models. New Tesla? Kia passes Hyundai.Links:Emissions in NZ: https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/350336656/clean-car-emission-penalties-utes-slashed-confirms-nationalKia passes Hyundai: https://electrek.co/2024/07/11/kia-overtakes-hyundai-us-ev-sales-q2-ev9-sparks-growth/Aussie Charger numbers: https://thedriven.io/2024/07/12/major-milestone-australia-now-has-more-than-1000-fast-charging-sites/
2024-07-1316 minEV QUESTTauranga's new OnDemand electric rideshare serviceBaybus OnDemand is your new electric rideshare service in Tauranga South. Adrian Maidment finds out about it and goes for a ride (as a passenger) in the new electric mini van.Adrian interviews Melissa Winters, Senior Network Planner, Bay of Plenty Regional Council, about the service.Find out more: https://www.baybus.co.nz/ondemand
2024-07-1110 minEV QUESTNews Shorts - Weekend EditionThis is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment in New Zealand, discusses EV news with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️This Episode: June sales data, Up close to the Cybertruck, Kia EV5 pricing.EVDB: https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nz
2024-07-0612 minEV QUESTNews Shorts May 16: Fieldays reviewed. How much for a MG Cyberster?This is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment in New Zealand, discusses EV news with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️This episode: Fieldays Reviewed. BYD Shark released. Big dollars for Elon. Big dollars for a MG Cyberster.Follow for more Ev info.
2024-06-1516 minEV QUESTNews Shorts June 2 - BYD Sealion 6 first look, Tesla sales up, an EV JeepWelcome to EV QUESTS News Shorts, highlighting recent EV news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the world.Included in this episode: probably Tesla, Probably BYD, unlikely Japanese car brands.Kia ora! I’m Adrian Maidment, and joining me is Riz Akhtar from Carloop, based in Melbourne, Australia.Like, subscribe, and follow!Mentioned:Chargenet: https://www.scoop.co.nz/stories/BU2405/S00508/foodstuffs-chargenet-charging-ahead-by-expanding-new-zealands-ev-charging-network.htmTesla Charging for BYD Vehicles: https://thedriven.io/2024/05/30/byd-seal-owners-could-soon-charge-at-tesla-v3-superchargers/
2024-06-0213 minEV QUESTNews Shorts May 26: Aussie EV Price War Rages On!This is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment in New Zealand, discusses EV news with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️This episode: Tesla cuts prices - again! Get on the BYD bus. Evnex expansion in Australia.Mentioned in Episode:Evnex: https://www.evnex.com/articles/evnex-secures-investment-to-fuel-expansion-and-innovationhttps://thedriven.io/2024/05/22/good-for-the-planet-good-for-business-pepsico-doubles-fleet-of-tesla-semis/
2024-05-2614 minEV QUESTNews Shorts May 19: Weekend EditionThis is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment in New Zealand, discusses EV news with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️This episode: Australian rules on cleaner cars got through. Your weekly Tesla news. Fieldays on the way, and more...
2024-05-1912 minEV QUESTToyota RAV4 Hybrid 2024 - Detailed Owner ReviewIn this podcast episode we dive into an in-depth owner review of the 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, one of New Zealand's favorite hybrid models. Join Adrian Maidment and EV specialist Andy Kennedy as they explore the latest updates and features of this popular SUV.They'll be covering: 👇🔹 Tech Upgrades: 🔹 Performance & Efficiency: 🔹 Comfort & Convenience: 🔹 Safety: 🔹 Real-World Usage: Ready for a detailed look? Watch the full review and see why Andy chose to upgrade to the 2024 RAV4 Hybrid! 🌟🚙
2024-05-1718 minEV QUESTNews Shorts May 12: New Volvo, New BYD Tech, Tesla ShowroomDoes the new Volvo EX30 impress? Plenty of new models on the way in Australia. A new platform from BYD. Adrian goes to the Tesla showroom, and what's happening this coming week?This is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️
2024-05-1214 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - May 4, 2024This is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: EV Sales - EV Sales for April, Tesla, and Charging speedsEVDB Link: https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nz
2024-05-0412 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Tesla Edition!) - April 28, 2024Its all about Tesla for our weekend episode of EV QUESTS - News Shorts. Included in this episode - Tesla profit falls, Tesla Vehicle prices drop, Tesla Robots rise...And hey mate, is that the Cybertruck? G’day - I’m Adrian Maidment, And joining me is Riz Akhtar from Carloop, based in Melbourne Australia.
2024-04-2812 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - April 20, 2024This is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from New Zealand, Australia, and around the rest of the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: EV Sales - Tesla Cybertruck recall, more CO2 than claimed by manufactures, no more referrals from Tesla.
2024-04-2007 minEV QUESTNews Shorts - April 13, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: EV5 Roadshow, new BYD battery, Omoda launch.
2024-04-1209 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - April 6, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: EV Sales - Up. EV Sales - Down. New model EVs on the way, and Tesla rumours.NZ Ev Sales Data: https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nzVOLVO EX30 review: https://youtu.be/q5FPARvmsOQ
2024-04-0619 minEV QUESTVolvo EX30 ReviewThe Volvo EX30 is now available to buy in New Zealand. It’s built on a new platform for Volvo, from Geely. The EX30 is promoted, with its focus on sustainability and recycling, but how does it drive?In this podcast, Adrian Maidment checks out the EV30’s “minimalist” interior, exterior, technology, practicality and performance over a range of driving conditions. Also - pros and some issues with the vehicle.🚗 Vehicle supplied by Ebbett Prestige Tauranga (Volvo in Tauranga) - https://www.ebbett.co.nz/dealership/ebbett-prestige-tauranga
2024-04-0113 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - March 31, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: Finally an Electric Hilux?, End of an era for Volvo, and the Australian government agrees on fuel efficiency standards.
2024-03-3113 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - March 24, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: Test driving the Volvo EX30, EV price drop in Australia, Kia EV9 wins another award.
2024-03-2312 minEV QUESTEVSE Co-Founders Brendan Wheeler and Sam Korkees | InterviewLearn what it takes to turn an idea on the future of EVs into a successful business!This episode Adrian Maidment is talking with EVSE Co-Founders Brendan Wheeler and Sam Korkees.EVSE is an Australian company specialising in battery charging technology for residential and commercial purposes. EVSE is also about to expand operations in the New Zealand market.EVSE WEbsite: http://www.evse.com.au=========================================Connect with EV QuestTicTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCLanpCxojG8G9000A_IZ5jQ Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/evquest/=========================================QUESTION - Wha...
2024-03-1824 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - March 17, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: Australian sales growth, the value for money Dacia Spring, a very fast Porsche, Honda and Nissan join forces.To check out EV Quest videos ➡ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLanpCxojG8G9000A_IZ5jQ
2024-03-1713 minEV QUESTWevolt Interview | Make money from your chargerWevolt is an Australian technology company with its development team based in Perth, Western Australia. The Wevolt App makes it easy for electric vehicle drivers to locate and use charge points and for residential and commercial Charge Point Owners to monetise their chargerIn this interview, Adrian Maidment talks with Jagroop (Jay) Gill: Co-founder & CEO, and Tom Kerr-Sheppard: Head of Business Development.They're talking - business growth and challenges, new markets, and the larger EV industry.Wevolt contact details:contact@wevolt.com.au+61 8 6255 7900 during business hourswevolt.com.au
2024-03-1119 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - March 10, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode: Australian EV sales for February, Tesla and Polestar leave FCAI and new brand arrives in NZ.LINKS:Oz vehicle sales: https://thedriven.io/2024/03/05/australian-ev-sales-take-off-in-february-with-record-share-of-9-6-per-cent/Omoda: https://www.omoda.co.nz/
2024-03-1009 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - March 3, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode - Hello Renault 5, goodbye Hydrogen Toyota?, BYD Atto3 updates.Mentioned 👇NZ EV Car sales - https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nzToyota Hydrogen car sales - https://thedriven.io/2024/03/01/closing-down-sale-toyota-offers-us40000-discount-on-hydrogen-powered-vehicles/Bathurst - https://www.autocar.co.nz/a-ford-transit-just-set-a-new-record-lap-time-at-bathurst/
2024-03-0309 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - February 25, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. 🎙️ 👉 Included in this episode - Sales on now, New EVs now available and Mercedes yes, but now a bit later.Mentioned 👇Mercedes-Benz backtracks: https://www.drivencarguide.co.nz/news/mercedes-benz-backtracks-on-plan-to-only-sell-evs-by-2030/Volvo EX30: https://www.ebbettprestigetauranga.co.nz/model/volvo-ex30Subaru Solterra Review: https://youtu.be/ArXyuntczjU?si=tXeAztUKE8hhMZzl
2024-02-2511 minEV QUESTNews Shorts (Weekend Edition) - February 18, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia. This episode we review being at Everything Electric in Sydney, What's happening with Ev sales?, and new model releases in New Zealand and Australia.Mentioned 👇Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/Evrything Electric: https://au.everythingelectric.show/Volvo EX30: https://www.ebbettprestigetauranga.co.nz/model/volvo-ex30
2024-02-1712 minEV QUESTNews Shorts - February 4, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia.Mentioned EVDB:https://evdb.nz/most-popular-evs-nzhttps://evdb.nz/ev-new-carsCarloop: https://carloop.com.au/
2024-02-0308 minEV QUESTEV Quest's News Shorts (Weekend Edition) - January 27, 2024This Is EV Quest’s EV NEWS Shorts - Weekend Edition, highlighting recent Electric Vehicle news headlines from around the world. Adrian Maidment talks with Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia.Mentioned 👇Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/The Driven: https://thedriven.io/Check out EV Quest car reviews here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLanpCxojG8G9000A_IZ5jQ
2024-01-2708 minEV QUESTThe EV future with Solar - Dunstan PowerThis episode of the EV Quest podcast, Adrian Maidment talks again with Dunstan Power. Dunstan Power is the Managing Director of Versinetic, a UK based EV charger developmentconsultancy firm. They're talking solar, and how it can and will impact on the future of EVs.Dunstan states - "Australia’s abundant sunshine could turbocharge vehicle EV growth to mirror initiatives beingimplemented in France where solar PV canopies are to be mandated for public carparks."Versinetic - https://www.versinetic.com/EV Quest Videos - https://www.youtube.com...
2024-01-2321 minEV QUESTEV News Shorts - January 21, 2024This is EV QUESTS, EV News Shorts, highlighting recent EV news headlines from NewZealand, Australia and the rest of the world. I’m Adrian Maidment, with guest Riz Akhtar from CarLoop, reporting in from Australia.MENTIONED 👇Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/RUCS: https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/350148355/road-user-charges-set-apply-evsHertz: https://chargedevs.com/newswire/the-real-reason-hertz-is-selling-evs/#:~:text=It's%20the%20kind%20of%20headline,writing%2C%20the%20company%20is%20offeringBMW Tipping Point: https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/bmw-cfo-sales-growth-is-mostly-electric-combustion-engine-tipping-point-passes-2024-01-15/Check out EV Quest car reviews here 👉 https://www.youtube.com...
2024-01-2113 minEV QUESTBYD Seal Test Drive. As good as I'd hoped?Welcome to "EV Quest," the podcast for all things electric vehicles. I'm Adrian Maidment, and today I’m taking the BYD Seal Premium for a test drive. I’ll be checking out the Seal's key features, and comparing it with the other two versions available of the Seal in New Zealand (Dynamic and Performance). I've been looking forward to driving this EV since I saw it at Fieldays. Will it deliver?A big thanks to BYD Tauranga for supplying me the Seal: 👉 https://ebbettbyd.nz/find-a-dealer/byd-tauranga/
2024-01-0212 minEV QUESTEV NEWS SHORTS - 301223This is EV QUEST'S, EV News Shorts, highlighting recent EV news headlines from New Zealand and around the world. G’day - I’m Adrian Maidment,Included in this episode - Rebate to close, EV factory to open, and new EVs to arriveLinks Mentioned:EVs for Australia: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2023/dec/30/big-name-evs-here-are-the-new-models-launching-for-first-time-in-australiaTesla Model Y: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-12-27/tesla-said-to-plan-revamp-of-smash-hit-model-y-from-china-plant?srnd=premium&sref=Oeyjq8by
2023-12-3004 minEV QUESTChristmas Special, with guest Riz AkhtarHello and welcome to the EV Quest Christmas Podcast Special. I’m Adrian Maidment, and this episode I look back on 2023, look forward to 2024. My guest to review the year and look into whats's happening in 2024, is Riz Akhtar from Carloop, in Australia.Make sure to follow the EV Quest Podcast, so you'll get notified every time a new episode drops. Also, if you have a moment, please leave us a rating. And Merry Christmas to you and your family🎄Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/The Driven: https://thedriven.io/Music b...
2023-12-2228 minEV QUESTAfter the Clean Car Discount, with Kirsten Corson - Drive Electric.The New Zealand EV market is facing uncertainty as the clean car rebate is about to be removed by the new government. In this episode, Adrian Maidment interviews Kirsten Carson, incoming chair of Drive Electric, to discuss the current state of the EV market and future plans to encourage EV adoption. Drive Electric 👉 https://driveelectric.org.nz/The EV Quest Podcast is available on all leading platforms, including: Apple Music, Spotify and iHeart.
2023-12-2021 minEV QUESTEV NEWS SHORTS - 151224Hi, I’m Adrian Maidment, And this is EV News Shorts. Highlighting recent EV news headlines from New Zealand and around the world.Included in this episode - Rebate rolled, Range Rover - roll up, and funds raised for Red Cross MENTIONED IN PODCAST 👇The Driven: https://thedriven.io/2023/12/15/record-broken-as-ev-enthusiast-rocks-around-australia-in-just-10-days/The Verge: https://www.theverge.com/2023/12/13/23999724/range-rover-ev-prototype-teaser-waiting-list
2023-12-1504 minEV QUESTEV News Shorts-81223Hi, I’m Adrian Maidment, And this is EV News Shorts. Highlighting recent EV news headlines. From New Zealand and around the world.In this episode - Aussie EV Sales news, EVs in the Sky, and tis the season for EV awardsMENTIONED IN PODCAST 👇Aussie EV Sales: https://thedriven.io/2023/12/06/tesla-share-of-australia-ev-market-falls-below-50-pct-as-chinese-brands-make-their-marque/Electrifying.com: https://www.electrifying.com/blog/article/electrifying-com-s-electric-experts-award-new-volvo-ex30-top-prize
2023-12-0703 minEV QUESTEVolocity - Teaching students to design, build, and race an EVFor school children with an interest or potential interest in engineering - EVolocity could be for them.With help from EVolocity, School-age students design, build and compete with their own electric vehicles.In this podcast Adrian Maidment from EV Quest talks with Sam Knox - EVolocity Technology Specialist and Shanon Wildman - EVolocity Regional coordination. Find out more about EVolocity 👉 https://evolocity.co.nz/
2023-12-0522 minEV QUESTMark Lampard from go EV - EV ChargersHello and welcome to the EV Quest Podcast, I’m Adrian Maidment. This episode I’m talking with Mark Lampard, owner of Australian business "go EV". Along with EV Chargers, Mark has over 20 years of experience in the import and distribution of technology products with his successful audio-visual product distribution company, Corsair Solutions. We're talking 👇✅ Types of Chargers✅ The Australian network✅ Industry developments✅ Charging tips for new EV owners✅ And more...For more info on go EV 👉 https://go-ev.com.au/
2023-11-2723 minEV QUESTChristopher Boyle from Fabrum - Transforming Air Travel with HydrogenThis episode, we're looking at the developing use of hydrogen in the aviation industry. 👉 What are the plans? Who is involved? When are these big changes planned to take place?Adrian Maidment is talking with Christopher Boyle, Executive Chair and Managing Director, Fabrum.Fabrum is an innovator in zero-emission transition technologies - based in Christchurch, New Zealand.The company’s core areas include green hydrogen production, storage, dispensing, and system integration. Customers have included - NASA, Rolls Royce, Rocket Lab, and...
2023-11-2020 minEV QUESTAustralian EV Market Update with Riz Akhtar from CarloopThere's been a lot of recent developments in the Australian EV market. So, Adrian Maidment thought it was time for another catchup to find out what's going on in Oz. I’m again talking with Riz Akhtar, founder of Carloop. Carloop helps businesses transition to EVs, through the use of their specialised EV data. Riz also writes for Electric Vehicle news site - The Driven.This episode was recorded before the release of the BYD Seal launch event on October 17. Details here 👉 https://electrek.co/2023/10/17/byd-seal-take-on-teslas-model-3-australia-lower-prices/
2023-10-1720 minEV QUESTHow to study Sustainability - with Meg Jones“Sustainability” is a term getting used more and more, and acted on more and more. So how can you gain more knowledge in this area if you have the desire to enhance your education in sustainability? Well that’s what my guest today has done. I’m Adrian Maidment, and I’m talking with Meg Jones, from The Shine Collective, who recently completed the University of Cambridge’s Business Sustainability Management qualification.Sustainability Links:https://www.footprintnetwork.org/https://www.overshootday.org/newsroom/country-overshoot-days/https://www.sciencefocus.com/future-technology/biomimetic-design-10-examples-of-nature-inspiring-technology
2023-10-1020 minEV QUESTVehicle Leasing with Dennis Kelly- FleetPartners NZVehicle leasing is on the agenda today, as Adrian Maidment talks with Dennis Kelly, Director of FleetPartners NZ.FleetPartners is New Zealand's leading provider of vehicle leasing, fleet management and heavy commercial vehicle leasing. During the podcast, we firstly look at leasing overall. Then, focus in on the leasing of EVs, and the huge impact the growth of EVs is having on the leasing industry, and the motoring industry in general. Mentioned in interview: 🎙️FleetPartners: https://www.fleetpartners.co.nz/FleetPartners Podcast: https://www.fleetpartners.co.nz/resources/podcastFor mor...
2023-10-0428 minEV QUESTJonny Parker - ThundergridCharging infrastructure and smart charging, are the topics for this EV Quest Podcast. Adrian Maidment is talking with Jonny Parker, CEO and Co-founder of Wellington based company Thundergrid. We also talk about car fleet conversions from ICE vehicles to EVs.Thundergrid’s purpose is to ease the load on the grid, and eliminate barriers to electric vehicle adoption. Thundergrid - https://www.thundergrid.net/
2023-09-2428 minEV QUESTHydrogen Transport Update with Mark IrvingThis episode, Adrian Maidment is talking hydrogen transport with Mark Irving. Mark is the Business Development Manager, at Heavy Vehicle and Machinery Solutions, a New Zealand company leading the way in converting existing diesel vehicles to hydrogen.We're discussing the major industry players in New Zealand, new hydrogen projects and how the hydrogen industry is developing in NZ.Mentioned:Hydrogen NZ: https://www.nzhydrogen.org/
2023-09-2135 minEV QUESTUBCO Electric Bike - Everything you need to knowChris Glazewski from UBCO explains to Adrian Maidment, the key features you need to know about the UBCO 2 x2 Electric Bike. They're on a hill at Adventure Playground, located in Rotorua, New Zealand.#ubco #electricbike #evquestMENTIONEDUBCO: https://ubco.co.nz/Adventure Playground: https://adventureplayground.co.nz/
2023-09-0809 minEV QUESTUBCO 2 x 2 Electric Bike - What's it like to ride?Adrian Maidment is at Adventure Playground Rotorua, testing out the UBCO 2 x 2 ELECTRIC BIKE. First up it's a lesson on how to ride the electric bike, then Adrian is on his way up a hill with crew from Adventure Playground and UBCO.MENTIONEDUBCO: https://ubco.co.nz/Adventure Playground: https://adventureplayground.co.nz/
2023-09-0306 minEV QUESTShift Hub in Tauranga - "Rethink your Commute"Shift Hub ran in Tauranga’s City Centre for the month of July. The Shift Hub showcased alternative transportation options, to reduce transport emissions, congestion, and the reliance on private motor vehicles across the region. Transportation options included: e-bikes, e-motorbikes, public transport (bus), car share, and e-scooters. Adrian Maidment turned up, on the last day of the event, and spoke to Helley from Shift Hub, to find out about it had gone.Find out more: https://www.priorityone.co.nz/shifthub/
2023-07-2806 minEV QUESTStephanie Smits O'Callaghan - Destination Charging, Shift Hub, HikotronAs the number of electric vehicles grows in New Zealand, the need for greater charging availability is also increasing. In this episode of EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment is talking with Stephanie Smits O'Callaghan, the co-founder of Hikotron. They talk about Destination Charging, Hikotron’s expansion, owning an EV, the Shift Hub, plus a “top tip" when owning an EV.Hikotron is a Hamilton based company, focused on providing smart Electric Vehicle charging solutions that are designed and built in New Zealand.Mentioned in Podcast ...
2023-07-2320 minEV QUESTAustralian EV Sales - the Triumphant and TroubledWhat’s going on in the Australian EV world? That’s what Adrian Maidment is discussing with Riz Akhtar.Riz the founder of carloop, which specialises in Australian EV data, insight reports and trends. Riz is also a writer for Australian publication - The Driven.We also chat about the selection of EVs in New Zealand compared to Australia, NZ Fieldays, Cybertruck testing, and what brand is standing out, making waves in OZ.
2023-07-1024 minEV QUESTHydrogen for Transport in New Zealand UpdateAt Fieldays 2023, Professor Sally Brooker from Otago University gives an update on using hydrogen as a vehicle power source. Adrian Maidment first spoke to Professor Sally Brooker at theb 2022 Fieldays. Professor Sally Brooker is co-leading a German-NZ Green Hydrogen alliance with Dr Paul Jerabek, of the Institute of Hydrogen Technology, Helmholtz Zentrum Hereon.
2023-07-0606 minEV QUESTMaking Contaminated Water Drinkable - Ngārie Scartozzi, founder of eCleaneClean uses both Scientific research and Mātauranga Māori to deliver technology to a Global market. Adrian Maidment spoke to Ngārie Scartozzi at Fieldays, to learn more about eClean. At Fieldays, eClean won "FIELDAYS INNOVATION AWARD 2023"... "It’s impressive to see their blend of contemporary science and Mātauranga Māori in an authentic manner. By incorporating the Kawa and Tikanga of traditional Māori science, they have demonstrated a holistic approach to their work.The judges were particularly impressed by eClean Envirotech’s ability to apply scientific theory in a practical manner. It’s commend...
2023-06-2704 minEV QUESTFinn Biogas - What they doFinn Biogas is a waste-to-energy engineering company, specialising in biogas projects throughout Australia and South East Asia. They design, build and commission plants that convert organic waste to clean energy.Adrian Maidment spoke to Jason Hawley, Founder and Managing Director of Finn Biogas, at Fieldays 2023.https://finnbiogas.com/
2023-06-2205 minEV QUESTEV NEWS - A Quick ChargeHi, I’m Adrian Maidment, and this the EQ Quest EV News wrap up for the last week or so, covering new car releases, Industry headlines and anything else going on in the world of EVs.In this episode - New Volvo unboxed, GM and Ford go a bit Tesla, BYD new model in New Zealand, and Fieldays are on the way.Link to Volvo release: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBsPUpqSPFs
2023-06-1104 minEV QUESTTurning Food Waste into Sustainable Energy | EcogasIn this episode, Adrian Maidment talks with Ecogas General Manager Alzbeta Bouskova.Ecogas redirects food waste away from landfills and instead uses it to create truly sustainable energy, biogas and biofertiliser. Ecogas is operating New Zealand’s first anaerobic digestion system utilising source separated feedstock to generate biogas and create renewable energy and carbon dioxide and a nutrient rich bio-fertiliser Fertify.They even create energy to power their electric cars!
2023-05-3124 minEV QUESTGWM Ora (Funky Cat) 2023 ReviewThe GWM (Great Wall Motors) Ora is now available in New Zealand. In this episode, Adrian Maidment reviews the Ora (Ora Funky Cat in some markets) Standard Range model. There’s also an extended range option, plus a GT version on the way.The car has the looks, but how does it perform?The standard Ora version has a:48 kWH Lithium Ion BatteryA WLTP Range of Up to 310 kmKeyless entryA 5-star ANCAP*And is priced from 49,990 plus on-road costs.A big thanks to Farmer Autovillage in Tauranga, for supplying Adria...
2023-05-0213 minEV QUESTEdward Harvey - Founder & CEO at EvnexIn this episode, Adrian Maidment talks to Edward Harvey - Founder & CEO at Evnex.Evnex is a New Zealand company that designs, builds, and installs smart EV chargers. Evnex's mission is to reduce the carbon footprint of NZ's growing fleet of electric vehicles.The interview covers:👇✅ The benefits of Smart Charging✅ New charging technologies ✅ Evnex's plans for the future✅ Do we have enough electricity?✅ And more! ⚡️👉 https://www.evnex.com/
2023-04-0418 minEV QUESTBYD's Future - Warren Willmot interviewWarren Willmot is the Brand Manager for BYD Auto New Zealand. In this podcast, Adrian Maidment will be discussing with Warren:✅ What his job involves✅ How BYD has become so popular so quickly✅ BYD's future plans in New Zealand.#byd #atto3 #EVMentioned in interview👉 https://bydauto.co.nz/For videos from EV Quest 👇https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest
2023-02-1618 minEV QUESTMainfreight Electric TrucksAt 2022 Fieldays, Adrian Maidment interviewed Thomas from Mainfright about their two electric truck options, the Fuso eCanter and battery-swapping E700.
Mainfreight is operating an e-truck between Auckland and Hamilton, with the battery swap taking place at each end of the run.
2022-12-1903 minEV QUESTBYD Atto 3 ReviewAdrian Maidment checks out the BYD Atto 3, which recently won the AA Driven BEV of the Year award in New Zealand.Looks, Interior, Driving...and so many camera options!Tips on driver set up for the Atto 3 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@KiwiDr3amsMore about EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest
2022-12-0911 minEV QUESTFonterra Electric Milk Tanker - What You Need to KnowFonterra's electric milk tanker was on display at Fieldays 2022 in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment interviewed Fabian Lloyd from Fonterra on this first of its kind tanker.
2022-12-0703 minEV QUESTHyundai's Mighty Electric truckHyundai's Mighty Electric truck was at the 2022 Fieldays in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment was lucky enough to interview Grant Doull, National Manager - Hydrogen & ECO Commercial Vehicles at Hyundai about it.#electrictruck #hyundai #EVQuestTo find out more on the truck 👇https://www.hyundai.co.nz/trucks/mighty-electric👇 Say G'day here to EV QuestWeb: https://evquest.co.nzInstagram: @evquest
2022-12-0503 minEV QUESTHyundai delivers their first hydrogen truckThe Hyundai XCIENT hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric truck was at the 2022 Fieldays in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment was lucky enough to be able to interview Grant Doull, National Manager - Hydrogen & ECO Commercial Vehicles at Hyundai about the XCIENT.The truck is to be used by NZ Post.#hydrogen #hyundai #ev To find out more on the truck 👇https://www.hyundai.co.nz/nz-post-first-kiwi-owner-of-hyundai-hydrogen-powered-truck👇 Say G'day here to EV QuestWeb: https://evquest.co.nzInstagram: @evquest
2022-12-0506 minEV QUESTEV Car Sharing | Interview with Steven VincentCar Sharing is what Adrian Maidment is learning about in this video as he interviews Steven Vincent, owner of GoTo Car Share.
This podcast will cover:
✅ About GoTo Car Share
✅ How to hire
✅ The future of charging
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2022-10-2315 minEV QUEST2020 Volvo XC60 Polestar | Owner’s thoughtsCombining the skills of Volvo and Polestar, should make for a great performance oriented car. To find out what a 2020 Volvo XC60 Polestar is like to own, Adrian Maidment talks to its owner - Andy.
2022-10-1803 minEV QUESTA quick reflection on what I have learnt about EVs so farAdrian Maidment gives a quick reflection on what I have learnt about EVs so far on his "EV Journey".
2022-10-0502 minEV QUESTMG HS PHEV | Owner Review - the hybrid for you?MG HS PHEV owner Tony Wall takes Adrian Maidment for a walk around his MG Hybrid.
They cover how it performs in electric and petrol modes. In town and open road performance.
Best points and some annoyances.
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EV QUESTPeugeot e-208 GT - Will we recommend what others have?
The Peugeot e208 GT has been around for a while. It's a car Adrian has wanted to get his hands on for a while. So Adrian Maidment, along with Andy Kennedy, take it for a spin to test out what makes this EV tick.
We check the performance in town and on the open road, plus the all important small car comfort.
Special thanks to Shorland Peugeot in Tauranga for lending us the car.
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2022-09-1408 minEV QUESTToyota Corolla HYBRID review | Buy used? (Scion/Auris)Joining Adrian Maidment for this review is Toi Ohomai Automotive tutor Andy Kennedy.
They're reviewing a used 2017 Toyota Corolla HYBRID (Scion/Auris). Is it worth the money? How does it perform? Can an adult comfortably fit in the back seat!
#Hybrid #ToyotaCorolla #Scion
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