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BYD Atto 1 vs Atto 2 – Which One Should You Buy?
Apr 18, 2026
13m 44s
Solar, EV, Battery… What Should You Buy FIRST? (Most Get This Wrong)
Apr 15, 2026
31m 15s
Used EVs Are Selling Out: What One NZ Dealer Is Seeing Right Now
Apr 8, 2026
18m 23s
EV Registrations Skyrocket in NZ
Apr 5, 2026
11m 43s
New EVs from Japan
Mar 31, 2026
7m 25s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/18/26 | BYD Atto 1 vs Atto 2 – Which One Should You Buy?✨ | electric carscar comparison+4 | — | BYD Atto 1BYD Atto 2 | New Zealand | BYD Atto 1BYD Atto 2+4 | — | 13m 44s | |
| 4/15/26 | Solar, EV, Battery… What Should You Buy FIRST? (Most Get This Wrong)✨ | solar energyelectric vehicles+3 | Neerav Bhatt | Electrifying EverythingEV FIT+1 | — | solar panelselectric vehicles+3 | — | 31m 15s | |
| 4/8/26 | Used EVs Are Selling Out: What One NZ Dealer Is Seeing Right Now✨ | electric vehiclesEV market+4 | Hayden Johnson | GVI | New Zealand | used EVselectric vehicles+5 | — | 18m 23s | |
| 4/5/26 | EV Registrations Skyrocket in NZ✨ | EV registrationsNew Zealand+4 | Riz Akhtar | CarloopToyota | New ZealandAustralia | EV registrationsNew Zealand+6 | — | 11m 43s | |
| 3/31/26 | New EVs from Japan✨ | EV marketJapan+3 | — | NZ HeraldEVDB | — | EVsJapan+3 | — | 7m 25s | |
| 3/15/26 | Chinese EV News: What's Heading to NZ & AU Next?✨ | Chinese EV marketNew Zealand+5 | Riz Akhtar | CarloopBYD+1 | New ZealandAustralia | EV newsChinese EV+6 | — | 9m 33s | |
| 3/2/26 | Foxtron Bria EV Review | A new Mitsubishi EV from Taiwan?✨ | electric vehiclesSUV review+4 | — | Foxtron Briaelectric SUV+2 | TaiwanNew Zealand+1 | Foxtron BriaMitsubishi EV+4 | — | 6m 00s | |
| 1/20/26 | EZgo Launch, MSI’s New Portable EV Charger✨ | EV chargingportable chargers+3 | Monica Chiu | EZgo Portable EV ChargerMSI | Australia | EZgoMSI+4 | — | 14m 47s | |
| 1/18/26 | EVs at the Tennis, Sales Data, What's coming soon? | EV Quest Podcast✨ | electric vehiclessales data+3 | Riz Akhtar | Carloop | — | EVssales data+5 | — | 9m 47s | |
| 12/21/25 | EV Quest’s 2025 EV of the Year Awards Podcast - Christmas Special✨ | EV awardselectric vehicles+3 | Riz Akhtar | Carloop | — | EV of the Year2025 trends+3 | — | 21m 58s | |
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| 12/14/25 | MG IM6 Review | Everyone likes a little luxury, and MG’s parent company SAIC is aiming high with the IM6, their new premium electric SUV for New Zealand.In this EV Quest review, Adrian Maidment takes the IM6 for a real-world drive to see whether this tech-packed Chinese EV truly delivers. This review is based on the IM6 Platinum, the mid-spec model with a 100kWh battery and 800V architecture.farmer mgThanks to Farmer MG for the loan of the IM6 - https://farmermg.co.nz/🔔 Subscribe to EV Quest for NZ-focused EV reviews, news, and honest insights. | 15m 54s | ||||||
| 12/11/25 | The Smart Way to Go Solar: A Broker’s Insider Advice | In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian sits down with a New Zealand solar broker Rowan Ellis from Equity Solar Brokers to unpack the process of going solar. We look at how brokers compare quotes, what homeowners should ask before committing, and potential mistakes people could make when purchasing solar and batteries.Whether you're considering solar for the first time or want to understand if it’s really worth the investment, this episode gives you a clear perspective from someone who is in the industry.Website: https://www.equitysolar.co.nzCalculator: https://www.equitysolar.co.nz/calculator#solar #renewableenergy #solarbroker | 20m 42s | ||||||
| 12/7/25 | EV Sales, New Models & What’s Coming in 2026 | EV Quest Podcast | Adrian Maidment Riz Akhtar (Carloop) unpack the latest EV developments across New Zealand and Australia. Riz shares insights from his recent trip to China, a major source of new right-hand-drive EVs bound for NZ and Australia. Adrian breaks down New Zealand’s November EV sales data, including the continued dominance of the Tesla Model Y. If you’re curious about where EVs are heading in 2026, how pricing is shifting, and what new models are worth watching, this episode is packed with insights for EV fans and everyday drivers alike.EVDB data: https://evdb.nz/ev-stats | 11m 11s | ||||||
| 12/5/25 | Is Solar Worth It in NZ? Real Costs, Payback & EV Savings Andre Kavanagh | In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian sits down with Andre Kavanaugh from Harrisons Solar to unpack what Kiwis need to know about home solar power. ⚡️We break down:Why more New Zealanders are choosing solarHow solar systems actually workNZ pricing: small, medium, and large systemsPayback times and common misconceptionsEV ownership with solarThe future: battery tech, vehicle-to-grid, and low-interest green loansIf you're considering solar or wondering how solar can reduce your power bill and charge your EV at home, this episode gives you clear, practical answers from a real expert. Contact Andre: https://www.harrisonssolar.co.nz/owner/solar-coromandel-bay-of-plenty #EVQuest #SolarNZ #NewZealandSolar | 20m 52s | ||||||
| 11/23/25 | How NZ Can Slash Energy Bills – Mike Casey of Rewiring Aotearoa | Kia ora and welcome to the EV Quest podcast – I’m Adrian Maidment. This episode is all about electrifying everything with guest Mike Casey, CEO of Rewiring Aotearoa, and a fully electric cherry orchardist from Central Otago.This episode explores how New Zealand can save billions by electrifying everyday machines, from hot water cylinders and cooktops to cars and farm equipment. Mike shares the six smart decisions every Kiwi should make over the next 15 years.Website: https://www.rewiring.nz/Events: https://www.rewiring.nz/tour | 22m 27s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Dongfeng launches in NZ - Interview with General Manager Arek Zywot | EV Quest podcast | On Tuesday, 11 November, Dongfeng launched in New Zealand at an event in Auckland. In this interview, Adrian Maidment talks with Arek Zywot, the General Manager of Dongfeng New Zealand.They discuss the Dongfeng brand, the company’s plans for the New Zealand car market, and the new models announced.Now available to buy is the Dongfeng BOX model, priced from $29,990 + ORC.Dongfeng website: https://dongfeng.co.nz/To buy: https://www.armstrongs.co.nz/our-brands/dongfeng/ | 10m 59s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Home EV Charging Options in NZ | Paul O’Connor from EV Power | Adrian Maidment chats with Paul O’Connor from EV Power, who shares insights on the latest innovations in home EV charging, including their new NZ-designed portable charger. We talk affordability, the government’s impact on EV uptake, and how to when you buy from EV Power.$ PROMO CODE: "Freelunch" $EV Power 👉 https://evpower.co.nz/ | 13m 04s | ||||||
| 11/9/25 | BYD’s Atto 1 and Atto 2 Pricing Shake Up the NZ EV Market! | Kia ora and welcome back to the EV Quest podcast. After a short recharge break, Adrian and Riz (Carloop) return with one of the biggest stories of the year: BYD’s jaw-dropping pricing announcement for the Atto 1 and Atto 2 in New Zealand, and what it could mean for Australian pricing. 🚖Also: News from the Japan desk, EV Shows in Australia, Sales data from October, and its beginning to feel like Christmas. 🎙️ | 13m 51s | ||||||
| 10/17/25 | A Kiwi tries the Waymo autonomous ride-hailing service in the USA | 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-driving option, my guest is Aiden Dean, who is just back from the States, and experienced the Waymo experience. | 8m 59s | ||||||
| 9/28/25 | MG IM5 Reviewed | Cheaper MG4 on the way | This week on the EV Quest podcast with Adrian Maidment and Riz Akhtar (Carloop):MG IM5 driven by Riz New MG4Nissan's ProPilot Technology Sydney International EV Motor Show Ticket deal!Looking Ahead: Future Test Drives and Models*** Riz's special ticket offer for the Sydney International EV Motor Show ***Buy one ticket, Get one ticket free: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/sydney-international-ev-motor-show-tickets/artist/3550594?did=bogo2 | 9m 58s | ||||||
| 9/21/25 | Zeekr 7X Drives Into NZ | BYD Atto 1, Tesla FSD Pricing & Top 5 Mid-Sized EVs | 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 confirmed for the Zeekr 7X lineupThe arrival of BYD’s Atto 1 and why it’s set to be another global best-sellerLeapmotor B10 – a new mid-size EV SUV hitting NZ soonTesla’s new monthly subscription pricing for Full Self-Driving in NZ & AustraliaAustralia’s bold new 2035 emissions reduction targets and what they mean for Oceania’s EV adoptionOur picks for the Top 5 mid-size EV SUVs worth considering right nowA run-down of the upcoming EV shows and industry events across Australia | 9m 51s | ||||||
| 9/14/25 | Driving a Tesla with Full Self-Driving (Supervised) | XPeng confirms NZ launch | Top 5 Japanese EVs according to ChatGPT | 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 road user charges until 2027Australia announces new heavy vehicle charging hubRiz tests Tesla’s Full Self Driving – unsupervised modeTop 5 Japanese EVs available in NZ right now - kind of👉 Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and share EV Quest to help us grow. | 13m 42s | ||||||
| 9/11/25 | Deepal EO7 & Nissan ARIYA reviewed | Falsely claimed Clean Car rebate | EV Quest Podcast | A week day episode of EV Quest - with Adrian and Riz. | 9m 57s | ||||||
| 9/8/25 | NZ EV Sales Slump, Aussie Market Up | BMW’s Neue Klasse | Musk’s $1T Pay Deal!!! | In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment (Tauranga, NZ) and Riz Akhtar (Melbourne, AU) dive into the latest EV news from New Zealand, Australia, and beyond. We unpack NZ’s EV sales slump, while Australia surges ahead. There's pricing on the Model Y Performance from Berlin and Elon Musk’s jaw-dropping $1 trillion pay package. Plus, we look at BMW’s bold new “Neue Klasse” platform, and Riz’s hands-on impressions of the Audi SQ6 e-tron, Nissan Ariya, and a quirky Chinese multi-truck. | 16m 18s | ||||||
| 8/31/25 | Tesla's Full Self-Driving is almost here, Tesla Model Y Performance, Atto 3 fix | EV Quest Podcast | Adrian and Riz discuss the latest developments in electric vehicles, focusing on Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) (Almost). There's the release of the Model Y performance and BYD's Atto 3 charging compatibility. Also, Riz tests out the Audi Q4 e-tron.#podcast #evquest #evnewsMentioned:BYD Atto 3: https://zecar.com/reviews/byd-australia-confirms-charging-harness-fix-for-atto-3-tesla-supercharger-compatibility-issues | 8m 18s | ||||||
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