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Welcome to EV Quest — your source for electric vehicle insights, based in New Zealand. Hosted by Adrian Maidment, the podcast features a weekly roundup of the latest EV news from Aotearoa, Australia, and around the world, often joined by Riz Akhtar from Carloop. You'll also hear interviews with key figures from the EV industry and the wider sustainability sector, along with reviews of the latest e... more

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Kia ora and welcome to the EV Quest podcast, I’m Adrian Maidment. 

Self Driving is a big topic in New Zealand at the moment with the release of Tesla Full Self Driving (Supervised). But this episode I’m getting some user feedback on another self-driv... more

This week on the EV Quest podcast with Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar (Carloop):

MG IM5 driven by Riz 

New MG4

Nissan's ProPilot Technology 

Sydney International EV Motor Show Ticket deal!

Looking Ahead: Future Test Drives and Models

*** Riz's spec... more

In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar dive into the latest EV news from New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. Riz shares his first-hand experience with the  brand-new Zeekr 7X SUV. 

We also cover:

• NZ pricing confir... more

Kia ora and welcome to EV Quest podcast.  In this episode, Adrian and Riz dive into the latest EV developments across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.

• XPeng confirms New Zealand launch (updated G6 SUV first)

• Heavy EVs remain exempt from NZ ro... more

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Aidan Dean
A visitor to the US who experienced the Waymo autonomous ride-hailing service.
Episode: A Kiwi tries the Waymo autonomous ride-hailing service in the USA
Jade Credentino
Automotive journalist and founder of Baby in Car and Drive in Oz.
Episode: From Car Seats to EVs: Family Car Buying Made Simple
Riz Akhtar
Brand ambassador for the Melbourne EV Show and director at the Australian Electric Vehicle Association
Australian Electric Vehicle Association
Episode: Zeekr, Farizon, EV Towing & Paywise Insights – Interviews from the Melbourne EV Show
Dan Wallace
Co-founder of e-bike maker Velduro
Velduro
Episode: E-Bikes, Gold Award & Big Ambitions: Velduro’s Kiwi Success Story - Interview with Dan Wallace
Camilla Cochrane
Funds Delivery Manager at Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA)
Episode: Creating a Low Emissions Heavy Transport Sector - Camilla Cochrane from EECA
Stephanie Smits O'Callaghan
Co-founder of Hikotron
Hikotron
Episode: Stephanie Smits O'Callaghan - Being at the Goodwood Festival of Speed
Chris Quin
EV owner passionate about the EV industry
Independent
Episode: Lucid Air, Ford F150 Lightning, Rivian R1T...Find out what they are like to drive!

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Adrian Maidment
Host known for providing comprehensive insights into electric vehicles, technology, and sustainability topics.

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A Kiwi tries the Waymo autonomous ride-hailing service in the USA
Q: How was your comfort level?
Aidan described his first ride as tentative but eventually grew comfortable, trusting the technology after realizing the significant investment in it.
A Kiwi tries the Waymo autonomous ride-hailing service in the USA
Q: How did you find the Waymo to start with?
Aidan was introduced to Waymo by his sister who booked it instead of an Uber, leading to his initial experience with the autonomous service.
Zeekr, Farizon, EV Towing & Paywise Insights – Interviews from the Melbourne EV Show
Q: What's the breakdown? How does it work?
Sam elaborates on novated leasing, detailing how it allows individuals to finance vehicles through pre-tax income, saving on GST and tax deductions.
Zeekr, Farizon, EV Towing & Paywise Insights – Interviews from the Melbourne EV Show
Q: Can you obviously, how do you get a tow bar on an EV?
Nick explains that fitting tow bars on EVs is similar to that of regular vehicles, involving specific wiring and programming to ensure functionality and retain warranties.
From Car Seats to EVs: Family Car Buying Made Simple
Q: What do you think families should consider when looking for a car?
Families should prioritize space, usability, safety, and technology features that fit their daily needs.

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Providing a comprehensive overview of the electric vehicle (EV) landscape, this podcast focuses on the latest developments in the industry, particularly from New Zealand and Australia. Episodes feature discussions on EV sales trends, technological advancements, and insights into automotive journalism, alongside reviews of the newest electric vehicles. With a unique emphasis on market dynamics, sustainability, and consumer perspectives, listeners can expect engaging conversations that highlight not just the vehicles but also the broader implications of EV adoption. Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to educating families about car buying in the context of electric vehicles, making it especially valuable for listeners navigating these evo... more

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