EV QUEST

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:

1. What are the top 3 barriers to EV growth in Australia over the next 1–2 years?
2. What are the top 3 factors that could accelerate EV adoption in the same timeframe?

The discussion includes ...

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 ...

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.
 🔗 futuredriv...

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 S...

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, Aud...

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 hype

Thanks to Ebbett Kia Rotorua for providing ...

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 saf...

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:

"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 sp...

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" touc...

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 Ri...