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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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10:02

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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13:12

Volvo's new premium 7-seat SUV. Cadillac Lyriq seen!...

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2025/03/30

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!

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17:51

Tesla Model Y Prices Cut | BYD Shark 6 Review | Big...

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2025/03/22

🎙️ 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

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14:22

Geely EX5 Shakes Up EV Prices, Cybertruck coming to...

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2025/03/15

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

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17:01

BYD Shark 6 Shines, ID.4 & ID.5 Pricing, Tesla Model...

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2025/03/01

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

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11:29

First look at BYD SEALION 7 and another new BYD

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2025/02/23

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.

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14:51

Why SUV EVs Should Be Winning – But Aren’t

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2025/02/16

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! 🌏⚡ #EVQuestMentioned:70 Best Electric Vehicle Podcastshttps://podcast.feedspot.com/electric_vehicle_podcasts/EV woes

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11:44

Havel 6 Ultra Hybrid Test Drive 2025 | Gives the...

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2025/02/13

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 performance across different road conditions. 🚗Finally, I’ll share my overall thoughts on the GWM Haval

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12:38

OMODA E5 NZ test drive

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2025/02/11

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.youtube.com/@UCZR_lyMFxPiUcRsb8RhLERg

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12:55

EV Sales Crash in Australia, BYD Atto 2 launched,...

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2025/02/08

G’day and welcome to the “EV Quest Podcast”. Bringing you EV news from Australia, New Zealand, and from the rest of the world .This episode includes - EV Sales Crash in Australia! New Atto 2 released. Our latest EV Reviews. What’s Riz been driving? Upcoming events.Find out more about Carloop at - https://carloop.com.au/EV Quest car reviews - https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuestNZ EV Sales Stuff: https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/360571450/january-new-car-sales-reveal-struggling-marketEVDB NZ

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17:44

Kia EV5 Review - NZ's best midsize electric SUV?

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2025/02/07

The new Kia EV5 features a boxy design, a large battery, and five variants to choose from. But does it offer enough to tempt you in the competitive midsize SUV segment?In this podcast, Adrian test drives the Kia EV5 ‘Earth AWD’ to find out.Thanks to Kia Rotorua for the loan of the EV5.https://www.kia.co.nz/index.php/find-a-dealer/dealer/rotorua-kia

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18:10

Kia EV5 review. Omoda E5 review. What's an EIV? | EV...

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2025/02/01

Welcome 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

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15:57

Driving the DEEPAL S07, Model Y orders, Commenting on...

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2025/01/26

Welcome 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/

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15:08

New Tesla Model Y News. New upmarket MG. New BYD low...

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2025/01/19

Welcome 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/

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18:07

New Tesla Model Y Key Details! But Should You Buy The...

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2025/01/12

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/

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16:04

BYD vs Tesla sales - what's really happening? EV5...

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2025/01/04

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.

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14:37

BYD Shark 6 Review 2025 | The ute that changes...

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2025/01/01

The BYD Shark 6 is an AWD double-cab plug-in hybrid ute. Could this be the ute that changes everything in New Zealand? It's arrived, and here to challenge longterm class leaders such as the Toyota Hilux, Ford Ranger and Mitsubishi Triton.In this podcast I'll be checking out the Shark 6's:✅ Exterior✅ Interior✅ Road handling✅ Accessories✅ Overall thoughtsA big thanks to BYD Tauranga for the loan of the BYD Shark 6👇Link: https://www.ebbett.co.nz/model/byd-shark-6

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'EV of the Year' Show Christmas Special 2024

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2024/12/22

Welcome 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.

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Second-Hand EVs: The Smart Buyer's Guide to Aussie...

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2024/12/09

In 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

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NEWS SHORTS: Tesla Referral, BYD Shark Orders, Car...

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2024/11/30

A 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

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