Australia's electric vehicle (EV) charging network is charging ahead (pun intended), making EV ownership more accessible and road trips greener than ever.
Thanks to government initiatives, private companies investment, and the electric car discount, owning an EV is becoming a no-brainer for many Australians.
One major component to encourage EV ownership, is having readily available charging stations. Range anxiety is something every new EV driver is familiar with, to help ease this, there have been significant strides towards improving our charging network.
Here are the state-by-state highlights for EV charging:
Western Australia
Out west, WA isn't sleeping on their EV resources. They've recently announced a major expansion of it's EV infrastructure, aiming to build a robust network across both urban and remote regions.
This initiative, backed by state funds, highlights their commitment to creating a seamless EV driving experience for Western Australian's, including longer rural routes.
This expansion means that no matter where you are headed, from Perth's CBD to remote regions, there'll soon be a charging station within reach.
South Australia
South Australia, too, is investing heavily in EV infrastructure, especially as the region sees rapid EV uptake.
The government has deployed additional charging stations across the state, offering more charging options to rural and urban EV drivers alike.
This is making South Australia one of the best places to drive an EV, whether you're hitting the city streets or the exploring their famed wine regions.
Victoria and New South Wales
ChargeFox, NRMA, and Evie Networks are among the key private players expanding networks, particularly in Victoria and New South Wales.
The NRMA recently celebrated reaching significant milestones in its nationwide network, a key component of what's been called the "national EV backbone," which aims to ensure every major highway in the country has a reliable charging solution.
Ultimately, no driver will ever have to wonder, "Can I get there on this charge?".
This expanded network, when combined with the policies in place, is paving the way for more confident, widespread EV ownership.
As electric vehicles become more affordable, Australia's charging network is racing to keep up. With new stations popping up everywhere, EV owners have freedom with a more accessible, sustainable transportation landscape.