EV QUEST

Gogoro is an electric scooter company based in Taiwan, which uses swappable battery technology.In this video, we take a deep dive into the Gogoro electric scooter with a Gogoro fan. Features, performance, and battery swapping are covered. If you're considering purchasing a Gogoro electric scooter or are simply curious about its features and performance, this video is a must-watch. Find out more on EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest👉 https://www.gogoro.com/

If you're a first-time EV buyer, you might be feeling overwhelmed by all the potential buying decisions to make. To help make learning about EVs easier, Paul O’Connor from OEM Audio in Christchurch is here to help.#EV101 #EVTips #EVadviceOEM Audio 👉 https://oemaudio.co.nz/Find out more on EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest

Warren Willmot is the Brand Manager for BYD Auto New Zealand. In this podcast, Adrian Maidment will be discussing with Warren:✅ What his job involves✅ How BYD has become so popular so quickly✅ BYD's future plans in New Zealand.#byd #atto3 #EVMentioned in interview👉 https://bydauto.co.nz/For videos from EV Quest 👇https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest

This episode I’m talking again with Richard Briggs from EECA (Energy, Efficiency & Conservation Authority)in New Zealand. Richard is the GM for Warmer Kiwi Homes, Public Sector & Transport. EECA's goal is "moving Aotearoa towards a sustainable energy system that supports the wellbeing of current and future generations".This episode we’ll be looking at: ✅ Recent EV developments in NZ and the world ✅ The future of Hydrogen in the transport industry ✅ Calculating how much it actually costs to own and run an EV.👉 https://www.eeca.govt.nz/For EV Quest videos 👇https://www.youtube.com/@EVQuest

It feels like the BYD brand has come from nowhere, to now be a major player in the EV car buying market. Specifically, the BYD Atto 3 has become hugely popular, with a heap of positive reviews. With this is mind, I wanted to talk to some Atto 3 owners, to find out what their experiences of the car have been since purchasing one. 👉 In this video I’m talking to Atto 3 owners Neil Johns and Matthew Parkin. ✅ We'll be talking about their reasons to buy, positives, and any negatives. ✅ Neil and Matthew also share value information to help, if you're looking to buy an EV for the first time. ✅ Charging advice

The all-electric Opel MOKKA-E recently entered the New Zealand market. In this review Adrian checks takes it for a spin to find out how it performs over various driving conditions. Plus - a review of looks and features of this German brand (now part of Stellantis). A big thanks to Opel in Tauranga for lending Adrian the car.👇 https://tmccars.co.nz/opel/

Planning for the future energy needs of a country is a challenging role. In this episode of EQ Quest, we're looking at steps being taken in New Zealand by EECA (Energy Efficiency & Conservation Authority). Their goal is "moving Aotearoa towards a sustainable energy system that supports the wellbeing of current and future generations". My guest is Richard Briggs, the Group Manager, Warmer Kiwi Homes, Public Sector and Transport at EECA. Richard provides fascinating insights on potential future plans for the NZ EV market, recaps previous projects undertaken, while also looking at the more than just EVs - the larger picture of energy efficiency and the use of renewable energy sources. https://www.eeca.govt.nz/

At 2022 Fieldays, Adrian Maidment interviewed Thomas from Mainfright about their two electric truck options, the Fuso eCanter and battery-swapping E700. Mainfreight is operating an e-truck between Auckland and Hamilton, with the battery swap taking place at each end of the run.

Adrian Maidment checks out the BYD Atto 3, which recently won the AA Driven BEV of the Year award in New Zealand.Looks, Interior, Driving...and so many camera options!Tips on driver set up for the Atto 3 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@KiwiDr3amsMore about EV Quest 👇Web: https://evquest.co.nz/Instagram: @evquest

Fonterra's electric milk tanker was on display at Fieldays 2022 in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment interviewed Fabian Lloyd from Fonterra on this first of its kind tanker.

Hyundai's Mighty Electric truck was at the 2022 Fieldays in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment was lucky enough to interview Grant Doull, National Manager - Hydrogen & ECO Commercial Vehicles at Hyundai about it.#electrictruck #hyundai #EVQuestTo find out more on the truck 👇https://www.hyundai.co.nz/trucks/mighty-electric👇 Say G'day here to EV QuestWeb: https://evquest.co.nzInstagram: @evquest

The Hyundai XCIENT hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric truck was at the 2022 Fieldays in New Zealand. Adrian Maidment was lucky enough to be able to interview Grant Doull, National Manager - Hydrogen & ECO Commercial Vehicles at Hyundai about the XCIENT.The truck is to be used by NZ Post.#hydrogen #hyundai #ev To find out more on the truck 👇https://www.hyundai.co.nz/nz-post-first-kiwi-owner-of-hyundai-hydrogen-powered-truck👇 Say G'day here to EV QuestWeb: https://evquest.co.nzInstagram: @evquest

I was just arriving at the Garden Centre to buy some potting mix - spotted a Kia EV6 entering the carpark just before me...Got to chatting with its owner Keith….Then we are off for a drive! A big surprise. Fantastic.

In this episode, we interview Riz Akhtar from Carloop about the Australian EV industry. Riz shares with us what's happening and the plans for the Australian EV industry. We also ask him some questions about electric vehicles, the benefits and challenges of electric vehicles in Australia, and the future of the Australian EV industry.Carloop provides data to support decision making whether it is for transport policy development and planning, emissions analysis, fleet transition or infrastructure investment. Mentioned: 👇Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/Ludicrous Feed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4CdO...

Here are 5 things I learned after an hour with the full electric MG, the MG ZS EV (2021 model)

Car Sharing is what Adrian Maidment is learning about in this video as he interviews Steven Vincent, owner of GoTo Car Share. This podcast will cover: ✅ About GoTo Car Share ✅ How to hire ✅ The future of charging 👇 Say G'day here Web: https://evquest.co.nz Instagram: @evquest TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCLanpCxojG8G9000A_IZ5jQ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-maidment/

Combining the skills of Volvo and Polestar, should make for a great performance oriented car. To find out what a 2020 Volvo XC60 Polestar is like to own, Adrian Maidment talks to its owner - Andy.

Adrian Maidment gives a quick reflection on what I have learnt about EVs so far on his "EV Journey".

MG HS PHEV owner Tony Wall takes Adrian Maidment for a walk around his MG Hybrid. They cover how it performs in electric and petrol modes. In town and open road performance. Best points and some annoyances.

The Peugeot e208 GT has been around for a while. It's a car Adrian has wanted to get his hands on for a while. So Adrian Maidment, along with Andy Kennedy, take it for a spin to test out what makes this EV tick. We check the performance in town and on the open road, plus the all important small car comfort. Special thanks to Shorland Peugeot in Tauranga for lending us the car. Find Us EV Quest: https://evquest.co.nz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EVQUESTnz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evquest/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast...

Kia EV6 owner Partha Jupudi chats about what it is like owning this EV. Is it worth the price? Plus, Partha provides some insights into other EVs he has driven, such as the Ioniq 5.

Joining Adrian Maidment for this review is Toi Ohomai Automotive tutor Andy Kennedy. They're reviewing a used 2017 Toyota Corolla HYBRID (Scion/Auris). Is it worth the money? How does it perform? Can an adult comfortably fit in the back seat! #Hybrid #ToyotaCorolla #Scion

#ioniq5 #chargenet #Hyundai (Audio from latests YouTube video) Ioniq 5 owner Robert has had his EV for 4 months now. On a road trip from Hamilton to The Bombay Hills to use a Hypercharger, Robert gives his thoughts on how his car is performing. Follow Us: Website: https://evquest.co.nz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EVQUESTnz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evquest/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/ev-quest/id1614097185

Glenn McCready is an electrical engineer who runs his business off the grid, utilising solar and battery power. He owns an EV and Hybrid, both charged from work. Plus, he also can feed back power from his EV. "into the system".

If you're not ready to go "full EV" and are worried about "Range Anxiety", then the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid could be the vehicle for you. RAV4 owner Any Kennedy talks about the positives and minuses of his vehicle. Range, Interior, engine and space are all covered.

Mike Sheaff is the Sales Manager of car dealership 'GVI', based in Tauranga, New Zealand. In this interview he'll provide advice on buying a second hand electric car, with a focus on buying a Nissan Leaf. Included is a drive of a Nissan Leaf, and how to check the State of Health (SOH), of a Nissan Leaf. LINKS MENTIONED GVI: https://www.gvi.kiwi/ Waka Kotahi: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/clean-car-programme/clean-car-discount

In this episode, we're talking hydrogen power, specifically the hydrogen power of the Hyundai Nexo owned by Phil Mauger. Phil made the news at the end of 2021 when he bought his NEXO. He lives in the South Island, and there was no publicly accessible refuelling station for him to use.So in this episode, we catch up with Phil and see how his Nexo is going.#hyundaiNexo #hydrogen #HyundaiMentioned in episode: Gary Cockram Hyundai: https://www.hyundai.co.nz/dealers/chr...Global Bus Ventures: https://www.globalbusventures.co.nz/Hiringa: https://www.hiringa.co.nz/Transwaste: https://transwastecanterbury.co.nz/AFCryo: https://af-cryo.com/

This used BMW i3, is a 2015 Japanese import, owned by Cam Cummings. It’s a full electric model, without the optional range extender (REx). Adrian Maidment talks to Cam about how his i3 runs, reliability and practicality.

We're talking all things Home Charging in this episode of EV Quest. To help explain home charging requirements, Adrian is talking to Paul O'Connor from OEM Audio.Link:OEM Audio: https://oemaudio.co.nz/

I finally get to drive a Tesla! It's the Tesla 3 Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive model. I get shown around the electric car, and explained its features by the Model 3 owner. Then it's drive time. Links: https://www.tesla.com/en_nz/model3

In this episode we are talking "Tesla", with Tesla owner Sean Higgs. Sean reviews his own Tesla, plus gives plenty of helpful tips and advice about buying a used Tesla. #EVQuest #teslareview #buyatesla FOLLOW EV Quest: Instagram ► @evquest MENTIONED IN INTERVIEW Volt Vehicles: https://www.voltvehicles.co.nz/ Drive EV: https://www.driveev.co.nz/

Adrian interviews IONIQ 5 owner Robert Nicholls. Robert talks about why the IONIQ 5 is a big step up from his previous EVs, and why he thinks the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is such a great vehicle. #IONIQ5 #HyundainzFOLLOW EV Quest:Instagram ► @evquestMENTIONED IN INTERVIEW:IONIQ 5 EV - https://www.hyundai.co.nz/suv/ioniq-5...Hyundai Hamilton - https://www.hyundai.co.nz/dealers/ham...Plug Share - https://www.plugshare.com/ChargeNet - https://charge.net.nz/Wallbox - https://wallbox.com/en_nzSHOW LESS

In my quest to buy an Electric Car, I talk with Nissan Leaf owner Jotham Alex. Jotham provides great pros and cons on Leaf ownership.

An intro to EV Quest.