
Riz Akhtar
Riz Akhtar is the founder of Carloop, an electric vehicle consultancy that focuses on the evolving automotive landscape. He has been actively discussing the impact of Chinese manufacturers on the Australian car market, emphasizing the challenges faced by traditional brands in the wake of increased competition. Akhtar highlights the importance of innovation and affordability in the electric vehicle sector, advocating for a future where manufacturers must adapt to meet the demands of a rapidly changing market.
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Riz Akhtar is the founder of electric vehicle data analytics firm Carloop.
More are needed to keep up with demandThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-07-25
Riz Akhtar, the founder of electric vehicle consultancy Carloop, highlighted the challenges faced by larger brands in Australia.
How BYD is destroying European legacy brandsThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-07-21
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