EV QUEST

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:  🔹 EV Sales surge in NZ and OZ  🔹 Melbourne EV Show

In 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...

Here's my second podcast from the Melbourne EV Show. In this episode, I'm having a chat at the stands of:  EV Towing Australia, Zeekr, Farizon & Paywise. A big thanks to everyone who talked to me (I'm Adrian Maidmdent 🎙️. First up for this EV Quest Podcast, I catch up with Riz Akhtar at the show to chat about what stood out.   A big thanks to Future Drive AutoShows for organising the Melbourne...

There was  a lot to see and do at the Melbourne EV Show, and plenty of people to talk to! Here are three interviews Adrian recorded at the event. A big thanks to Martin, Mark, and Paul for taking the time to chat. Find out more about Aurora (Solar Car Technology), the Tesla Owners Club of Australia, and the Australian Electric Vehicle Association.  A big thanks to Future Drive AutoShows for organi...

In this week’s EV Quest Podcast, we’re gearing up for the Melbourne EV Show, happening 27–29 June at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. The event will feature EV brands, test drive experiences, talks from industry experts, and hands-on exhibits. Riz from Carloop is a Brand Ambassador and MC for the event, and Adrian will also be attending. Vehicle brands on display include: Polestar, Zeekr, Kia, Mer...

Included in this episode  of the EV Quest Podcast-  new models from BYD heading to Oz and NZ, highlights from the recent Fieldays event, Deals of the Week, Melbourne EV event and Riz on TV.   Channel 7 link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lf8g4p7QR_o Melbourne International EV AutoShow  - https://www.futuredriveauto.au/melb/ev25

Test driving the 2025 Kia EV3 Long Range Light, recently crowned World (I forgot to say 'World') Car of the Year by World (I forgot to say 'World' twice) Car of The Year. In this quick but detailed test drive, I cover: ✅ Exterior design  ✅ Interior space and tech  ✅ Driving feel & regen paddles ✅ Range ✅ Pricing ✅ Final thoughts on whether it lives up to the hype Thanks to Ebbett Kia Rot...

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:  🔹 Test drive in NZ and OZ of Kia EV3  🔹 Fieldays  🔹 Melbourne EV Show Link: Kia Rotorua: https://www.ebbett.co.nz/brand/kia

Adrian 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 ea...

If you’re considering a new Tesla Model Y, don’t decide just yet. In this EV Quest episode, I take the BYD Sealion 7 Premium for a  test drive in Tauranga, New Zealand. In this review, I explore everything from the  exterior styling and premium interior to its technology, and whether the Premium RWD model offers enough — or if you need to go all-in on the AWD Performance version. #byd #bydsealion7...

"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 E...

In this episode, I hit the roads of Taichung, Taiwan (with help from Kerry from Luxgen) for a test drive of the Luxgen N7, a feature-packed electric SUV. It's my first drive of a car on the right hand side of the road! The Luxgen N7 is by Foxtron—a joint venture between Luxgen’s parent company Yulon and Foxconn, the tech giant behind the iPhone. n7 Features Reviewed include: 12.3" digital instrume...

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:  🔹 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...

Adrian and Riz dive into EV news from China to Tauranga: Riz shares takeaways from the Shanghai Auto Show, Adrian drives the Luxgen N7 in Taiwan, thoughts on the new Tesla Model Y, and an electric truck fire in Tauranga  The "Japan EV Desk" includes news on the updated Subaru Solterra. NZ/AU sales data, and more!

A quick review of the Melbourne Motor Show and upcoming EV Related Events. Find out more about Riz at Carloop.

Kia 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-e...

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 events We are also on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest

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 drive Nissan’s new Leaf   A preview of the Melbourne Motor Show . Bite-sized EV...

🎙️ 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?  ⚡...

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 B...

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...

Join 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.

Join 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! 🌏⚡ #EVQuest Mention...

This is the Haval H6 Hybrid Ultra, a midsize SUV that offers great value for money. But does it have enough to lure buyers away from top-selling competitors like the Toyota RAV4, the Nissan X-Trail e-Power, or a budget-focused midsize MG SUV? That’s what I’ll be discussing in this video.  I’ll be reviewing its design, interior features, infotainment system, back-seat comfort, and driving performan...

This episode Adrian is picking up the Omoda E5 from Omoda | Jaecoo Tauranga for a test drive. He doesn't have long with the EV, so is keen to check out as much as I can on how it performs.  Warranty wise, the Omoda comes with a 7-year unlimited kilometre warranty and road assistance package. Omoda E5 EV comes with an additional 8-year battery warranty. Tauranga Motor Company YouTube: https://www.y...