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EVs & Beyond

by Auto Media Group

Want to keep up with the latest news about electric vehicles from New Zealand and Beyond? EVs & Beyond podcast accompanies the EVs & Beyond magazine - and is hosted by managing editor Richard Edwards.We will discuss and drive the latest electric vehicles, look at the people and politics behind them, and also check out associated technologies like solar, battery storage, charging infrastructure and more.For more, visit evsandbeyond.co.nz

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Episodes

  1. EVs and Beyond Live - China Special

    Host Richard Edwards discusses the Shanghai Auto Show with Warren Willmot of BYD and Anthony Maclean of Boost Auto. Warren also discusses BYD product and provides a tour of the experience centre at BYD HQ in Shenzen. For more, visit evsandbeyond.co.nz

  2. EVs and Beyond Live - Episode 11

    Live from the charger - A VTL storm update

  3. EVs and Beyond Live! - Episode 10

    Tonight we discuss summer road trips, charger congestion and more!

  4. New Zealand Car of the Year and BYD leaks

    This week, New Zealand Motoring Writers' Guild president Richard Bosselman joins us to discuss the New Zealand Car of the Year, which has been experiencing a partial EV takeover in recent years. Plus the news, your questions, and more!

  5. EVs and Beyond Live! - Episode 8

    This week we discuss the shermozzle that is BYD in Australia, the Mercedes-Benz EQC. Steve Greenwood from Drive EV joins us to detail his Targa experience.

  6. EVs and Beyond Live - Episode 7

    Tonight on the live stream, EVNEX chief executive Ed Harvey joins us to discuss the Kiwi-brand's partnership with LDV, and what the arrival of more electrified work vehicles means for charging.

  7. EVs and Beyond Live! - Episode 6

    This week we have towbar king Mark Buckingham with us. Plus a couple of his mates from the comments section...

  8. EVs and Beyond Live! - Episode 5

    Likely a short one tonight, but we have some fun news, TikToks and maybe a guest or two!

  9. EVs and Beyond Live! - Episode 4

    We are back (hopefully for good!) and this week we are joined by Anthony MacLean - formerly of MG Motor NZ - to discuss his new brand of electric scooters Horwin. Our digital editor Matthew Hansen also joins us to discuss our small electric suv group test. What is the best buy? The BYD Atto 3, MG...

  10. The BYD mess in Aussie

    BYD continues to hit the headlines, with further issues in Australia over the brand's warranty and service plans. Join host Richard Edwards and a rotating panel of experts and guests to discuss the last seven days in the exciting world of electric vehicles. This is an interactive livestream! Ask...

  11. Do you need to service EVs?

    A casual chat and run through the EV news of the week. Our panelists this time are Martin Kane, host of the All that's Tesla podcast, and Steve Greenwood of Drive EV

  12. Our new car is here!

    Join host Richard Edwards and a rotating panel of experts and guests to discuss the last seven days in the exciting world of electric vehicles This is an interactive livestream! Ask questions or make comments and we will do our best to include them. Send your comments and questions direct to...

  13. Polestar lands in NZ with Bruce Fowler

    In this episode of the EVs and Beyond podcast, Polestar brand manager Bruce Fowler joins host Richard Edwards to discuss the launch of the brand in New Zealand. Cars will begin landing later this year priced from just $69,990 - before the government EV subsidies. We discuss the cars, sales…

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  14. Martin Kane and All That's Tesla

    This episode is one of a two part discussion with All That's Tesla podcast host, and Tesla Model X owner, Martin Kane. We discuss his EV story, how the podcast began and how it is going, discuss the Kiwi Tesla community and more. To listen to the other side of the podcast, where Martin interviews...

  15. Porsche performance with ABB

    In this podcast, host Richard Edwards chats with Porsche New Zealand general manager Greg Clarke about the brand's electric vehicle ventures. We also discuss how electric is going to play a role in the future of performance premium motoring. ABB's Debbie van der Schyff also joins to discuss the...

  16. Richard Heaps on PowerTrip

    Richard Heaps is on a mission to make EV travel easier in New Zealand. He joins host Richard Edwards to discuss his app PowerTrip. This podcast is sponsored by the great team at https://charge.net.nz. Please note this podcast was originally posted in late 2020, but disappeared due to a technical...

  17. Luke Todd on BYD's arrival to NZ

    In this episode Luke Todd of Nexport discusses the arrival of the Chinese BYD brand into New Zealand and Australia. Todd makes some bold predictions about the high quality and low price of the vehicles they will put on sale this year.

  18. Steve West on five years of ChargeNet

    Late in 2020, ChargeNet chief executive Steve West joined host Richard Edwards to discuss their growing network, plans for the future and the broader promotion of the EV industry. This episode is sponsored by Power Trip https://powertrip.earth Host: Richard Edwards - [email protected]...

  19. Dave Boot of EV City

    Dave Boot is very well known in EV circles - he has gone beyond being a car dealer to taking a broader role in educating the public and officials through training, events and literally cutting a Leaf in half. In an interview with EVs & Beyond host Richard Edwards, they discuss his work, and the...

  20. Harley Davidson Livewire reviewed - with Paul Owen

    Experienced journalist and motorbike reviewer Paul Owen takes a break from an e-bike tour to chat with EVs & Beyond host Richard Edwards about the exciting new Harley Davidson Livewire. Owen discusses his experiences riding the bike, who it will appeal to and what is likely to come next based on...

  21. Clearing the air with Asthma NZ and ABB

    We are on the road testing the Jaguar I-Pace this week, so no news section. But that is a positive, as it means you get to our interview a little quicker. And it is a special one - Katheren Leitner, the chief executive for Asthma NZ, and Debbie Debbie vanderschyff, sales specialist for ABB join…

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  22. Bonus - 'Battery Day' Panel - Jelly Rolls and the Congo

    Did Tesla’s Battery Day live up to the hype? Auto Media Group managing editor Richard Edwards hosts a panel of New Zealand EV industry experts about key aspects of the Battery Day announcements. The podcast has YHI Energy divisional manager Aaron Gillon, ChargeNet NZ IT director Tom Parker and...

  23. BMW bringing electric choice with Karol Abrasowicz-Madej

    In this edition of the EVs & Beyond podcast, we catch up with BMW New Zealand managing director Karol Abrasowicz-madej. We discuss the continuing run of the BMW i3, the Mini Cooper Electric it shares its technology with, the upcoming iX3 and the ‘Power of Choice’. This podcast ties into stories…

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  24. Dean Sheed on Audi's electrification

    In this episode, Audi New Zealand general manager Dean Sheed joins us to discuss how the brand has done since COVID-19 and the electrification of their range. He also drops some great news about the NZ Government VIP fleet. This podcast is powered by ABB.

  25. Road tripping with Steve Greenwood

    We head to Taupo, and catch up with well-known EV dealer Steve Greenwood at his Drive EV yard. Steve tells us about the business, what kind of people choose to drive EVs in smaller centres like Taupo, and his adventures road-tripping around the country to deliver EVs to their new owners. This...

  26. Tesla Giga Southland - with Nigel Broomhall

    This episode is a crossover with our sister magazine and podcast, AutoTalk NZ. We chat with Nigel Broomhall, who is seeking support for an ambitious plan to get Tesla to build a Giga Factory in Southland to take the place - and the electricity - of the closing Tiwai Point smelter. Could NZ return...

  27. Auckland City Electric Vehicles

    In the first episode of EVs & Beyond, we run through some news, including new EVs from Audi and Harley Davidson. We then catch up with the team from Auckland City Electric vehicles to discuss their business, what they are doing to promote EVs, and World EV day. Producer/host - Richard Edwards -...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Want to keep up with the latest news about electric vehicles from New Zealand and Beyond? EVs & Beyond podcast accompanies the EVs & Beyond magazine - and is hosted by managing editor Richard Edwards.We will discuss and drive the latest electric vehicles, look at the people and politics behind them, and also check out associated technologies like solar, battery storage, charging infrastructure and more.For more, visit evsandbeyond.co.nz

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Want to keep up with the latest news about electric vehicles from New Zealand and Beyond? EVs & Beyond podcast accompanies the EVs & Beyond magazine - and is hosted by managing editor Richard Edwards.We will discuss and drive the latest electric vehicles, look at the people and politics behind...

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