Electric Vehicles Karuah, NSW 2324
The 2324 postcode area, including Karuah, Motto Farm, Wallaroo, Balickera, Brandy Hill, Bundabah, Carrington, Cells River, Eagleton, East Seaham, Hawks Nest, Heatherbrae, Kings Hill, Limeburners Creek, Millers Forest, Nelsons Plains, North Arm Cove, Osterley, Pindimar, Raymond Terrace, Raymond Terrace East, Seaham, Swan Bay, Tahlee, Tea Gardens and Twelve Mile Creek, is home to 9217 vehicles. Among these, 236 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that3% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Karuah, Motto Farm, Wallaroo, Balickera, Brandy Hill, Bundabah, Carrington, Cells River, Eagleton, East Seaham, Hawks Nest, Heatherbrae, Kings Hill, Limeburners Creek, Millers Forest, Nelsons Plains, North Arm Cove, Osterley, Pindimar, Raymond Terrace, Raymond Terrace East, Seaham, Swan Bay, Tahlee, Tea Gardens and Twelve Mile Creek are emitting approximately 24212 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2324 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Carrington (church St), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 82 km per day in July, with an annual average of 141 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Karuah, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Karuah
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Karuah: Carrington (church St) - approx. 4.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Karuah: Carrington (church St) - approx. 4.6 km
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Karuah EV Demographics
With a population of 23533 people, Karuah has 9217 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 3654 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3567 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 1996 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Karuah and a combined 236 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Karuah electric car charging stations. For the 5592 homes that already have solar panels in the 2324 postcode, being 48% of the total 11534 homes in this community, Karuah EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Nestled along the banks of the Karuah River, this picturesque NSW town is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. Karuah’s eco-conscious community, blessed with 4.64 kW/m²/day of solar irradiation (equivalent to 16.70 MJ/m²/day), is perfectly positioned to lead the charge in sustainable transport. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations surged by 80% – from 131 to 236 electric vehicles – reflecting a nationwide shift towards cleaner transport.
While Karuah’s public charging infrastructure is still developing, residents and visitors currently rely on home charging solutions and nearby regional hubs. The closest public stations can be found within a 30-minute drive in larger neighbouring towns, making home charging particularly valuable for local EV owners. Popular models like the Kia EV9 (443km range) and Mercedes-Benz EQE (626km range) benefit from CCS2 compatibility – Australia’s most common fast-charging standard – while Type 2 connectors cater to plug-in hybrids like the BMW 5 Series.
For Karuah households, solar-powered charging presents a game-changing opportunity. A typical 6.6kW solar system here generates about 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Renault Kangoo BEV (286km range) every two days using free sunshine. Even energy-intensive models like the Rolls-Royce Spectre (20.5kWh/100km) become remarkably affordable to run when paired with solar, with most systems paying for themselves within 3-5 years.
Local EV owners enjoy particular advantages:
- Solar-fed home charging at equivalent ‘fuel’ costs of $0.15/km vs $0.20/km for grid power
- Climate-appropriate solutions using Karuah’s 2,300+ annual sunshine hours
- Future-proofing through battery storage integration
As our town continues its electric transition, combining home charging with solar energy offers both economic and environmental benefits. Whether you’re considering a practical Renault Kangoo or a luxury Kia EV9, Karuah’s sunny disposition makes solar-charged driving particularly rewarding. For personalised advice on integrating solar panels with your EV charger, connect with our network of CEC-accredited local installers – let’s drive Karuah’s sustainable future together.