EV QUEST

Hosted by Adrian Maidment

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Oct 2026

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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 electric vehicles, EV Quest keeps you connected to the fast-changing world of electric transport.

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October 11, 2026Episode 25419 min

Jaguar's Radical EV, Mazda 6e First Drive & Constantly Charging a Honda | EV Quest

Jaguar has revealed a radical new electric GT, Adrian takes a first drive in the Mazda 6e, and Riz discovers what it's like living with a Honda EV that needs plenty of charging. This week on the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar discuss the latest electric vehicle news from New Zealand, Australia and around the world. In this episode: Jaguar's Radical New EV Mazda 6e First Drive Constantly Charging a Honda BYD Atto 3 Evo Zeekr 7GT and 9X Volkswagen's Electric Tiguan Europe's Combustion-Engine Debate Australia's Biggest EV Charging Site Subscribe to EV Quest for electric car reviews, industry interviews and EV news from New Zealand, Australia and beyond. #EVQuest #ElectricVehicles #EVNews #Mazda6e #Jaguar

October 8, 2026Episode 25312 min

GWM's NZ Growth: How It Happened. What's Next?

GWM is growing quickly in New Zealand. But how did the brand get here, and what's next? In this EV Quest interview, I talk with Cameron Thomas, Country Manager of GWM New Zealand, to find out what's behind the brand's growth and where GWM is heading in the NZ market. We talk about GWM's changing position in New Zealand, the strategy behind its growing range of vehicles and how the brand plans to build on its momentum. Cameron also discusses GWM's approach to the New Zealand market and its ambitions to become more locally focused as the business continues to grow. In this interview: • How GWM has grown in New Zealand • What's driving the brand's momentum • GWM's strategy for the NZ market • Its expanding vehicle range and different powertrains • Becoming more local in New Zealand • What GWM wants to achieve next • What's coming for NZ customers So, how big can GWM become in New Zealand?

October 4, 2026Episode 25221 min

Tesla Model 3 Price Cut + New BYD Atto 3 Evo | EV Quest Podcast #251

Welcome to Episode 251 of the EV Quest Podcast with Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar from CarLoop. This week we look at Tesla's new cheaper Model 3, what has changed, how much range it gets and whether the lower price makes it an even more attractive EV. We also take a first look at the updated BYD Atto 3 Evo, BYD's first 800-volt vehicle in Australia and New Zealand, and discuss the changes to its design, interior, technology and driving dynamics. But that's not all. We also cover: • 🇳🇿 New Zealand's latest EV sales figures • 🇦🇺 Early Australian Tesla sales figures • Tesla Model Y continuing to dominate • Tesla bringing Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) to more models • The cheaper Tesla Model Y Performance • Ampol's proposed $225 million acquisition of Evie Networks • What the Ampol/Evie deal could mean for Australia's charging network • Leapmotor B10 pricing and the growing used EV market • Geely EX2 and the increasingly competitive electric hatchback market • Adrian's look at the new Foxtron Caveira • Geely and NIO's battery-swapping partnership • The future of EV charging Link: https://evdb.nz/ev-stats

October 2, 2026Episode 2517 min

Taiwan's New EV: Foxtron Cavira | Could It Come to New Zealand?

Taiwan has a new electric SUV, and it could be coming to New Zealand. Meet the Foxtron Cavira. In this EV Quest first look, Celeste heads to Taichung, Taiwan, to check out the new Foxtron Cavira, a five-seat electric SUV from Taiwanese manufacturer Foxtron. The Cavira is available in two versions: the Emerge and the higher-performance Pioneer. The Emerge is rear-wheel drive with a claimed 578km WLTC range and 0–100km/h in 6.9 seconds. The Pioneer adds dual-motor all-wheel drive, 349kW, a 0–100km/h time of 3.8 seconds and a claimed 538km WLTC range. Both versions use an 82.7kWh LFP battery. 👍 Enjoyed the video? Like and subscribe to EV Quest for more EV reviews, news and interviews from New Zealand and around the world. #Foxtron #Cavira #TaiwanEV #ElectricSUV #EVQuest

September 21, 2026Episode 25019 min

EV Quest Episode 250: Cheaper EVs, More Brands & The Next Phase of Electric Cars

To mark 250 episodes, Adrian is joined by regular co-host Riz Akhtar from CarLoop. A quick reflect, then, what's happening right now and what could be coming next. Riz joins us fresh from the Everything Electric event in Sydney, We also dig into the latest wave of EV price cuts, including BYD's major reduction of the Atto 1 price in Australia. Plus: • A look back at the very first EV Quest episodes and how much the market has changed • China's top-selling cars • The Subaru Trailseeker and its new spare wheel kit • Riz's latest drive • Evnex passing 20,000 charger sales • Three big questions about the future of the EV industry Thanks to everyone who has listened, watched, appeared on the podcast, commented, supported the channel and been part of the EV Quest journey over the past 250 episodes. 😀 Adrian

September 7, 2026Episode 24920 min

What Do the Latest EV Sales Figures Really Mean? | Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 Electric Driven

Australia's EV market has had a record-breaking month, with battery electric vehicles making up almost one in four new cars sold. But what do the latest sales figures really tell us about where the market is heading? In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment and Carloop founder Riz Akhtar break down the latest EV sales data from Australia and New Zealand. Why is Australia seeing such strong growth? Also, Riz shares his first impressions of the new Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric after spending time behind the wheel. In this episode: • Australia's record month for EV sales • Tesla Model Y's continued sales success • The latest EV sales figures from New Zealand • Affordable EVs achieving five-star safety ratings • The new Lepas L6 • Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric first impressions • Subaru's new Trailseeker EV • What the EV sales figures aren't telling us • How car companies and dealers can better support new EV buyers Car safety link: https://autotalk.co.nz/affordable-evs-score-five-star-ancap-safety-ratings/ Join us for the latest electric vehicle news, analysis and conversations from New Zealand, Australia and around the world.

September 4, 2026Episode 2489 min

2026 Honda Super One Review: Is the Fun Worth the Compromise?

Is the 2026 Honda Super One fun enough to make up for its limitation? I took Honda's new small EV for a quick drive around town to find out. The Honda Super One is based on a Japanese kei car and is designed mainly for city driving. It has a 29.61 kWh battery and a claimed WLTP range of 206 km. I was surprised by how much room there was in the driver's seat for such a small car. It's also genuinely fun to drive, and I really liked the combination of modern technology and physical buttons and controls. In this review, I take a look at the Honda Super One's interior, back seats, boot space, technology, driving modes, regenerative braking and range. 🙏 THANKS Thanks to Honda Tauranga for letting me borrow the Honda Super One for this review. If you are interested in the Honda Super One and are based in Tauranga, check out Honda Tauranga: https://www.honda.co.nz/find-a-store/waikato-bay-of-plenty/honda-store-tauranga/ Contact: Gavin Sokolich - gavin@tmccars.co.nz

August 31, 2026Episode 24715 min

Are EV Buyers Ever Going Back to Petrol? | Zeekr 7GT

Are EV buyers really on a one-way street? Adrian and Riz explore why more drivers are sticking with EVs, the growing EV price war and the rapid arrival of new Chinese brands. Plus, Adrian shares his first impressions of the Honda Super One, the Mazda 6e arrives in New Zealand, Riz drives the new Zeekr 7GT, and we look at Tesla news, the Omoda E5 recall and what August EV sales could reveal about the market.

August 26, 2026Episode 24617 min

☀️ Solar + Battery After One Year: Dale’s Real-World Experience

Dale is a Tauranga homeowner, not an installer. Thirteen months ago he put 16 solar panels and a home battery on his roof, and in this episode he opens up about the instal process and how it’s all looking now. He walks through the whole thing: how he chose an installer, why he replaced his roof before anything went on it, and what the system is actually saving him. It hasn't all been smooth sailing! If you're getting quotes on solar, or just in the thinking about it stage, this is the conversation to have a listen to. If you found this useful, subscribe to EV Quest wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes cover EVs, solar and home electrification in New Zealand, More from EV Quest Website: https://evquest.co.nz YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest

August 23, 2026Episode 24514 min

KGM Musso Missing Airbags, Honest EV Confessions & Tesla’s Big Truck Order

A big week for EVs and clean transport, with a safety issue affecting KGM Musso EVs, an unusually honest admission from Leapmotor NZ, a new electric wagon heading our way and Tesla landing its biggest Semi order yet. This week Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar discuss: • KGM Musso EV: More than 300 vehicles are reportedly missing two airbags featured in the vehicle's marketing material. • Leapmotor NZ: The distributor gives an unusually candid assessment of the brand's early sales performance and what needs to change. • Zeekr 7GT: The 500kW electric wagon has been confirmed for Australia and New Zealand, with a 0 to 100km/h time of just 3.5 seconds. • Vessev: The New Zealand electric hydrofoil company raises more than $30 million and expands into the US. • Kia PV5: Riz has been driving Kia's electric van and explains why it is attracting so much attention from traditional van drivers. • Tesla Semi: Tesla secures an order for 500 electric trucks as production ramps up. 🎾 Plus, Mercedes-Benz becomes the new automotive sponsor of the ASB Tennis Classic. 🎾 Next week, Adrian talks to a solar and battery owner about the real world experience of living with home solar and battery storage. Listen to EV Quest for the latest EV news, reviews and interviews from New Zealand, Australia and around the world. 🎧 https://evquest.co.nz/

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