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EV QUEST

Adrian Maidment

EV Quest is the electric vehicle podcast for New Zealand, Australia and beyond. Hosted by Adrian Maidment in New Zealand, and joined regularly by Riz Akhtar from Carloop, EV Quest delivers the latest EV news, reviews and industry insights from across New Zealand, Australia and the global EV market. Each week you’ll hear conversations about electric cars, charging infrastructure, EV ownership and the future of sustainable mobility. From interviews with EV industry leaders to reviews of the newest

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5:01

Finn Biogas - What they do

EV QUEST ·

2023/06/22

Finn 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/

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1:55

Electric Kombi Conversion!

EV QUEST ·

2023/06/20

Check out this classic Volkswagen Kombi renovation, featuring an electric powertrain conversion. The kombi was on display at Fieldays 2023.Scott from Volkswagen shares some details on how the Kombi van went from being a bare shell, to a pristine looking EV called KEV.Check out the complete conversion story below👇https://www.volkswagen.co.nz/en/brand/ekombi.html

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20:45

Looking back at Fieldays 2022, before Fieldays 2023

EV QUEST ·

2023/06/13

With Fieldays 2023 about to start, I thought I'd look back at some of my interviews from Fieldays 2022.Fieldays is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event, promoting new technology and innovation.In this podcast, interviews include - Electric trucks and Hydrogen trucks.

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4:45

EV NEWS - A Quick Charge

EV QUEST ·

2023/06/11

Hi, 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

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24:23

Turning Food Waste into Sustainable Energy | Ecogas

EV QUEST ·

2023/05/31

In 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!

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7:02

MG ZS EV - is it still worth it?

EV QUEST ·

2023/05/16

⚡️The MG ZS EV is promoted by MG as New Zealand's best value SUV in New Zealand. So in this MG ZS EV review, I'll be checking out what the car has to offer. There's three models in the 2023 MG ZS EV range, with the entry level Excite priced from $49,990. I'm driving the model up, the Essence. There is also a long range version of the MG.Key features include: 👇✅ 3 Driving Modes (Eco, Normal, Sport)✅ 3 Regenerative Braking Modes(1,2,3)✅ Satellite Navigation✅ Leather trimmed steering wheel ✅

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13:51

Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 Ultimate - Speed...

EV QUEST ·

2023/05/10

With Volvo’s plan to be fully electric by 2030. I thought I’d better check out what they have on offer now. So in this episode I am testing out Volvo's XC40 Recharge Pure Electric P8 Ultimate.

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13:38

GWM Ora (Funky Cat) 2023 Review

EV QUEST ·

2023/05/02

The 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

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14:53

Tom Gan - Australian EV YouTuber

EV QUEST ·

2023/04/10

Tom runs Ludicrous Feed, an Australian based YouTube channel that started in 2018 after Tom purchased his Tesla Model S. Tom show the reality of Australian daily life with his family and an electric vehicle. Check out his videos on YouTube here: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/@LudicrousFeed/featuredContact Tom 👇Website https://www.ludicrousfeed.com/Email tom@ludicrousfeed.comFind out more on EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquestEmail: hievquest@gmail.com

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18:12

Edward Harvey - Founder & CEO at Evnex

EV QUEST ·

2023/04/04

In 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/

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7:23

Skoda Enyaq Sportline Max: First Impressions

EV QUEST ·

2023/03/20

The Skoda Enyaq is now available to buy in New Zealand. There are three models to choose from, including the Skoda Enyaq Sportline Max, which is being reviewed in this podcast.This electric SUV still retains. the quirky features Skoda is known for, but now is focused on creating a premium quality electric car. Good looks, comfort and space make it well worth checking out.Car supplied by Farmer Autovillage 👉 https://farmerautovillage.co.nz/brand-skoda/Find out more on EV Quest 👇Web:

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8:01

Tesla Model Y Owner Review | Better than the 3? (In...

EV QUEST ·

2023/03/15

In this episode, Adrian chats with Taiwan Tesla Model Y owner Jin.Jin shares her thoughts on the car, having previously owned the Tesla Model 3. ✅ We're discussing - technology, size, price, ease of driving, and more! ✅Whether you're a current Tesla owner or just curious about the future of electric cars, you won't want to miss these Tesla Model Y insights. ⚡️特斯拉 Model Y 車主評論 |比3更好？本期視頻，我們聊聊台灣特斯拉Model Y車主JinJin 分享了她對這輛車的看法，她之前擁有特斯拉 Model 3。 ✅ 我們正在討論 - 技術、尺寸、價格、駕駛便利性等等！ ✅無論您目前是 Tesla

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8:01

Gogoro Electric Scooter Review (In Chinese)

EV QUEST ·

2023/03/13

Gogoro is an electric scooter company based in Taiwan, which uses swappable battery technology.In this video, we take a deep dive into the Gogoro electric scooter with a Gogoro fan. Features, performance, and battery swapping are covered. If you're considering purchasing a Gogoro electric scooter or are simply curious about its features and performance, this video is a must-watch. Find out more on EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest👉 https://www.gogoro.com/

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19:46

Helpful Tips for Buying Your First EV

EV QUEST ·

2023/03/01

If you're a first-time EV buyer, you might be feeling overwhelmed by all the potential buying decisions to make. To help make learning about EVs easier, Paul O’Connor from OEM Audio in Christchurch is here to help.#EV101 #EVTips #EVadviceOEM Audio 👉 https://oemaudio.co.nz/Find out more on EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest

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18:03

BYD's Future - Warren Willmot interview

EV QUEST ·

2023/02/16

Warren 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

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33:45

What's the future of Hydrogen transport? With guest...

EV QUEST ·

2023/02/14

This episode I’m talking again with Richard Briggs from EECA (Energy, Efficiency & Conservation Authority)in New Zealand. Richard is the GM for Warmer Kiwi Homes, Public Sector & Transport. EECA's goal is "moving Aotearoa towards a sustainable energy system that supports the wellbeing of current and future generations".This episode we’ll be looking at: ✅ Recent EV developments in NZ and the world ✅ The future of Hydrogen in the transport industry ✅ Calculating how much it

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35:53

BYD Atto 3 - Owner Review

EV QUEST ·

2023/01/17

It feels like the BYD brand has come from nowhere, to now be a major player in the EV car buying market.Specifically, the BYD Atto 3 has become hugely popular, with a heap of positive reviews. With this is mind, I wanted to talk to some Atto 3 owners, to find out what their experiences of the car have been since purchasing one. 👉 In this video I’m talking to Atto 3 owners Neil Johns and Matthew Parkin. ✅ We'll be talking about their reasons to buy, positives, and any negatives. ✅

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11:57

Opel Mokka-e: Is It The Car For You?

EV QUEST ·

2023/01/05

The all-electric Opel MOKKA-E recently entered the New Zealand market. In this review Adrian checks takes it for a spin to find out how it performs over various driving conditions. Plus - a review of looks and features of this German brand (now part of Stellantis). A big thanks to Opel in Tauranga for lending Adrian the car.👇 https://tmccars.co.nz/opel/

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37:11

Planning New Zealand's EV Future, with guest Richard...

EV QUEST ·

2023/01/02

Planning for the future energy needs of a country is a challenging role. In this episode of EQ Quest, we're looking at steps being taken in New Zealand by EECA (Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority). Their goal is "moving Aotearoa towards a sustainable energy system that supports the wellbeing of current and future generations". My guest is Richard Briggs, the Group Manager, Warmer Kiwi Homes, Public Sector and Transport at EECA. Richard provides fascinating insights on

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3:14

Mainfreight Electric Trucks

EV QUEST ·

2022/12/19

At 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.

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