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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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13:06

Checking out China’s EV Chargers, MG’s Luxury Leap,...

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2025/08/02

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 luxury line "IM," Xpeng’s big push into Australia, Tesla’s upcoming affordable Model Y, and the new

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15:02

Smart #3 Review, BYD's Growth in Australia, European...

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2025/07/20

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

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13:22

EV Growth in Australia: Barriers, Breakthroughs & the...

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2025/07/12

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 discussion includes - charging infrastructure, fleet adoption and workplace charging, to new model

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13:45

EV Sales Surge in June

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2025/07/06

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

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11:03

What’s Next for Charging? Mark Lampard at the...

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2025/07/03

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 exciting developments on the horizon for his company, go EV. 👉 Find out more:

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21:43

Zeekr, Farizon, EV Towing & Paywise Insights –...

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2025/07/02

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 EV Show. 🔗 futuredriveauto.au(3:43) EV Towing AustraliaAdrian then speaks with Nick from EV

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17:59

Inside the Melbourne EV Show: Solar Cars, Tesla...

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2025/07/01

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 organising the Melbourne EV Show. - https://www.futuredriveauto.au/(00:10) Learn about solar car

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10:32

Melbourne EV Show Preview

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2025/06/22

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, Mercedes, Mazda, VW, XPeng, Audi, Smart, Leapmotor – plus a host of other exhibitors.🔗 The event is

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16:03

New BYD models on the way | Fieldays wrap-up | Riz on TV

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2025/06/14

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_oMelbourne International EV AutoShow - https://www.futuredriveauto.au/melb/ev25

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13:01

Kia EV3 Light Long Range Test Drive - World Car of...

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2025/06/12

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 hypeThanks to Ebbett Kia Rotorua for providing the vehicle.https://www.ebbett.co.nz/dealership/ebbett-rotorua

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8:22

Kia EV3 Test Drive | May Sales Data | Gumboots on for...

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2025/06/08

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 ShowLink: Kia Rotorua: https://www.ebbett.co.nz/brand/kia

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14:03

BYD China Visit Recap | Honda’s New EV | Tesla Model...

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2025/06/01

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 earns highest-ever ANCAP safety scores🇯🇵 First impressions of the Honda e:N1 in New ZealandDon’t

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17:16

BYD Sealion 7 Test Drive | EV Quest Podcast

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2025/05/27

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 #review Features include:✅ 15.6” rotating touchscreen✅ Dynaudio 12-speaker sound system✅ V2L,

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23:06

E-Bikes, Gold Award & Big Ambitions: Velduro’s Kiwi...

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2025/05/25

"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/

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4:43

First Drive of Luxgen N7 in Taiwan

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2025/05/20

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 instrument panel & 15.6" touchscreenWireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto360° camera, lane keeping

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11:34

Tesla FSD in Oz, Riz impressed by new EV, Global EV...

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2025/05/18

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 impresses Riz.Mentioned: Hook Turn:

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17:26

Shanghai Auto Show Recap, New Tesla Model Y, Sales...

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2025/05/10

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!

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4:23

A quick review of the Melbourne Motor Show and...

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2025/04/11

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

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Riz reports live from the Melbourne Motor Show,...

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2025/04/05

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-evs-nz

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Tips on buying an EV, NZ Sales for March | EV Quest...

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2025/04/02

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

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