EV QUEST

In this episode of the EV Quest podcast, host Adrian Maidment sits down with Monica Chiu, from MSI, to talk about the EZgo Portable EV Charger launch into the Australian market. Find out more about EZgo: https://au.msi.com/Landing/ezgo The episode covers: Who MSI is and why the company entered the EV charging space What the EZgo Portable Charger is and how it works How it differs from fixed home c...

 Adrian Maidment is joined by Riz Akhtar from Carloop, talking EVs. Data link: https://evdb.nz/sales

The EV Quest Podcast Christmas Edition is here and we are wrapping up 2025 in style.  In this end of year special, Adrian Maidment is joined by Riz Akhtar from Carloop for the awards ceremony We look back at the key trends that defined 2025 including an explosion of new models, falling prices, the rise of plug in hybrids. We then move into the main event, the highly prestigious EV Quest EV of the...

Everyone likes a little luxury,  and MG’s parent company SAIC is aiming high with the IM6, their new premium electric SUV for New Zealand. In this EV Quest review, Adrian Maidment takes the IM6 for a real-world drive to see whether this tech-packed Chinese EV truly delivers.   This review is based on the IM6 Platinum, the mid-spec model with a 100kWh battery and 800V architecture. farmer mg Thanks...

In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian sits down with a New Zealand solar broker Rowan Ellis from Equity Solar Brokers to unpack the process of going solar.  We look at how brokers compare quotes, what homeowners should ask before committing, and potential mistakes people could make when purchasing solar and batteries. Whether you're considering solar for the first time or want to understand if it’s...

Adrian 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, ho...

In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian sits down with Andre Kavanaugh from Harrisons Solar to unpack what Kiwis need to know about home solar power. ⚡️ We break down: Why more New Zealanders are choosing solar How solar systems actually work NZ pricing: small, medium, and large systems Payback times and common misconceptions EV ownership with solar The future: battery tech, vehicle-to-gr...

Kia ora and welcome to the EV Quest podcast – I’m Adrian Maidment. This episode is all about electrifying everything with guest Mike Casey, CEO of Rewiring Aotearoa, and a fully electric cherry orchardist from Central Otago. This episode explores how New Zealand can save billions by electrifying everyday machines, from hot water cylinders and cooktops to cars and farm equipment. Mike shares the si...

On Tuesday, 11 November, Dongfeng launched in New Zealand at an event in Auckland. In this interview, Adrian Maidment talks with Arek Zywot, the General Manager of Dongfeng New Zealand. They discuss the Dongfeng brand, the company’s plans for the New Zealand car market, and the new models announced. Now available to buy is the Dongfeng BOX model, priced from $29,990 + ORC. Dongfeng website: https:...

Adrian Maidment chats with Paul O’Connor from EV Power, who shares insights on the latest innovations in home EV charging, including their new NZ-designed portable charger.  We talk affordability, the government’s impact on EV uptake, and how to  when you buy from EV Power. $ PROMO CODE:  "Freelunch" $ EV Power 👉  https://evpower.co.nz/

Kia ora and welcome back to the EV Quest podcast. After a short recharge break, Adrian and Riz (Carloop) return with one of the biggest stories of the year: BYD’s jaw-dropping pricing announcement for the Atto 1 and Atto 2 in New Zealand, and what it could mean for Australian pricing. 🚖 Also: News from the Japan desk, EV Shows in Australia, Sales data from October, and its beginning to feel like...

Kia ora and welcome to the EV Quest podcast, I’m Adrian Maidment.  Self Driving is a big topic in New Zealand at the moment with the release of Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised). But this episode I’m getting some user feedback on another self-driving option, my guest is Aiden Dean, who is just back from the States, and experienced the Waymo experience.

This week on the EV Quest podcast with Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar (Carloop): MG IM5 driven by Riz  New MG4 Nissan's ProPilot Technology  Sydney International EV Motor Show Ticket deal! Looking Ahead: Future Test Drives and Models *** Riz's special ticket offer for the Sydney International EV Motor Show *** Buy one ticket, Get one ticket free: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/sydney-internationa...

In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar dive into the latest EV news from New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. Riz shares his first-hand experience with the  brand-new Zeekr 7X SUV.  We also cover: NZ pricing confirmed for the Zeekr 7X lineup The arrival of BYD’s Atto 1 and why it’s set to be another global best-seller Leapmotor B10 – a new mid-size EV SUV hitting NZ...

Kia ora and welcome to EV Quest podcast.  In this episode, Adrian and Riz dive into the latest EV developments across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. XPeng confirms New Zealand launch (updated G6 SUV first) Heavy EVs remain exempt from NZ road user charges until 2027 Australia announces new heavy vehicle charging hub Riz tests Tesla’s Full Self Driving – unsupervised mode Top  5 Japanese EVs a...

A  week day episode of EV Quest - with Adrian and Riz.

In this episode of EV Quest , Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AU) dive into the latest EV news from New Zealand, Australia, and beyond.  We unpack NZ’s EV sales slump, while Australia surges ahead. There's pricing on the Model Y Performance from Berlin and Elon Musk’s jaw-dropping $1 trillion pay package.  Plus, we look at BMW’s bold new “Neue Klasse” platform,  and Riz’s...

Adrian and Riz discuss the latest developments in electric vehicles, focusing on Tesla's  Full Self-Driving (FSD) (Almost). There's the  release of the Model Y performance and BYD's Atto 3 charging compatibility. Also, Riz tests out the  Audi Q4 e-tron. #podcast #evquest #evnews Mentioned: BYD Atto 3: https://zecar.com/reviews/byd-australia-confirms-charging-harness-fix-for-atto-3-tesla-supercharg...

In this episode of EV Quest , Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AU) unpack a big week for the EV world, especially in New Zealand. 🚗 Geely’s Supergroup in NZ – Polestar, Volvo, Lotus, Zeekr and more unite under the new “Nord East” brand 🛻 Geely Radar RD6 Pro – a fully electric ute lands in NZ, taking on the BYD Shark and GWM Cannon Alpha  🔄 Tesla Stalk Comeback – The tur...

In this episode of the EV Quest podcast, Adrian and Riz discuss the latest developments in the electric vehicle market, including the impressive pre-orders for the Zeekr 7X, government taxation on EVs,  and the new electric tanker for Fonterra. They also touch on Ford's plans for affordable EVs and the competitive landscape of the EV market in Australia and New Zealand.

Buying a family car is a big decision,  and not just about price or style. In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment talks with automotive journalist and content creator Jade Credentino, founder of Baby in a Car and Drive in Oz. Jade shares:  🚗 The top mistakes families make when choosing a car  👶 The hidden traps in 7-seaters and car seat setups  ⚡ EV vs petrol: which works better for famil...

This week on EV Quest , Adrian Maidment in Tauranga and Riz Akhtar from Carloop in Melbourne break down the latest EV news across New Zealand and Australia. We cover: BYD Sealion 7 outselling Tesla Model Y in Australia New Zealand EV sales drop from 12.4% to 7.2% market share Zeekr 7X launch with surprisingly low pricing Government plans for nationwide road user charges Tesla Full Self-Driving tes...

In 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 luxur...

Kia 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: 👉  Solar Power Growth in Europe  BYD's Growth in Australia  Kia EV4 Launch Details  Review of Smart #3  Battery Health and Warranties

In this episode of the EV Quest podcast, Adrian Maidment and  Riz Akhtar (from Carloop in Melbourne) go for a big-picture discussion on the current state and future of electric vehicles in Australia. They dive into two key questions: What are the top 3 barriers to EV growth in Australia over the next 1–2 years? What are the top 3 factors that could accelerate EV adoption in the same timeframe? The...