EV QUEST

Thinking about buying an affordable electric car in New Zealand? In this video, I test drive and compare the BYD Atto 1 and Atto 2 to help you decide which one is right for you.
From pricing and range to real-world driving feel, I break down the key differences between these two EVs — including which one I’d personally choose.
If you're considering your first EV or upgrading to something more practical, this is a must-watch.
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👇 Already own an Atto 1 or Atto 2?
 Share your experience in the comments — it helps others make the right choice.

Thinking about going electric with solar, EVs, or home batteries?
In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment talks with Neerav Bhatt ('Electrifying Everything') — who’s done it all.
From sealing his home to running a fully electric, solar-powered lifestyle, Neerav shares what actually works, and what  people often get wrong.
If you’re considering:
Solar panels
Electric vehicles
Home batteries
Reducing power bills
🔌 Follow Neerav
Search: Electrifying Everything on YouTube
Website:  https://www.bhatt.id.au/blog/about-neerav-bhatt/
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https://evfit.nz/

Fuel prices are rising, and so is interest in electric vehicles. In this episode of EV Quest, Adrian Maidment talks with Hayden Johnson, General Manager of EV specialist dealership GVI, to unpack what’s really happening in New Zealand’s EV market.
Are EVs actually selling out? Is this surge driven purely by petrol prices, or are we seeing a genuine tipping point in consumer behaviour?
They cover:
 Why EV demand has suddenly accelerated 
 The reality behind “no stock” headlines 
 What first-time EV buyers need to know 
 The truth about battery lifespan myths 
 Examples of  which vehicles offer the best value right now 
If you’re thinking about switching to an EV or just trying to make sense of the hype, this episode gives you real, on-the-ground insight from someone in the  the know.
LInk: GVI - https://www.gvi.kiwi/

In this episode of the EV Quest Podcast, Adrian Maidment is joined by Riz Akhtar from Carloop to break down the latest EV registration data from March. 
We explore:
 The top-selling EVs in New Zealand right now 
 New models entering the market, including the electric Toyota Hilux 
 Current EV deals and trends in Australia 
Plus, Riz shares insights from recent test drives and previews upcoming events like the Melbourne Motor Show and Beijing Auto Show.
Carloop: https://carloop.com.au/
EVDB: https://evdb.nz/

EV Market: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/ev-boom-accelerates-with-second-week-of-record-sales/premium/KECLWAZJHRBEBOVY2ATN5DVB2I/
EVDB: https://evdb.nz/