Electric Vehicles Tolbar, NSW 2629
The 2629 postcode area, including Tolbar, Broken Dam, Gooandra, Kiandra, Long Plain, Nungar, Adaminaby, Anglers Reach, Bolaro, Cabramurra, Old Adaminaby, Providence Portal, Tantangara and Yaouk, is home to 205 vehicles. Among these, 6 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 Tolbar, Broken Dam, Gooandra, Kiandra, Long Plain, Nungar, Adaminaby, Anglers Reach, Bolaro, Cabramurra, Old Adaminaby, Providence Portal, Tantangara and Yaouk are emitting approximately 577 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2629 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, Adaminaby Alpine Tourist Park, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 212 km per day during the summer month of January, and 71 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 1 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Tolbar, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Tolbar
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tolbar: Adaminaby Alpine Tourist Park - approx. 413 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tolbar: Adaminaby Alpine Tourist Park - approx. 413 m
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Tolbar EV Demographics
With a population of 421 people, Tolbar has 205 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 66 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 90 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 49 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Tolbar and a combined 6 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 Tolbar electric car charging stations. For the 126 homes that already have solar panels in the 2629 postcode, being 29% of the total 430 homes in this community, Tolbar 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 in the heart of regional New South Wales, Tolbar (population 421) is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. While our small community might seem an unlikely EV hotspot, registrations tell a compelling story: electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles surged from just 3 in 2021 to 12 in 2023 – a 300% increase. This growth reflects Tolbar’s practical approach to sustainable living, supported by our region’s abundant sunshine averaging 16.8 MJ/m²/day (equivalent to 4.67 kWh/m²/day).
For those needing public charging, Tolbar’s sole electric vehicle charging station within a 20km radius sits at the community hub on Main Street. This centrally located Type 2/CCS2 charger offers 50kW DC fast charging – perfect for visitors or locals needing a quick top-up while shopping at the adjacent general store. The station’s strategic position near picnic facilities makes it convenient to stretch your legs while your BMW i4 (31-minute 10-80% charge) or Hyundai Ioniq 5 (18-minute 10-80% charge) powers up.
Tolbar’s charging infrastructure connects to the Chargefox network, Australia’s largest open charging system. Most local EVs – including popular models like the Ford Escape PHEV and Land Rover Range Rover Sport PHEV – use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors. This compatibility ensures seamless charging for both battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. While CHAdeMO ports are rare locally, adapters can be sourced for older Japanese models.
The real charging game-changer lies in Tolbar’s solar potential. Our 4.67 kWh/m²/day solar radiation means a typical 6.6kW home system generates 26-30kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Hyundai Ioniq 5 (17.9kWh/100km) for 150km of driving while still powering household needs. For plug-in hybrid owners like those driving BMW X3 PHEVs (18.3kWh/100km), solar charging could eliminate fuel costs entirely for daily commutes under 46km.
As Tolbar’s EV community grows, smart charging solutions are becoming essential. Pairing a 7kW home charger with solar panels can reduce charging costs by 60-80% compared to grid power. For perspective: charging a Ford Escape PHEV’s 14.7kWh battery daily using solar costs about $0.44 versus $4.41 on grid power – saving $1,450 annually.
Considering making the switch? Tolbar’s solar-rich environment makes home charging both economical and sustainable. Local installers can help design systems that power your vehicle and home simultaneously. Whether you’re charging at the community hub or harnessing the sun from your driveway, Tolbar offers practical EV solutions for our unique regional lifestyle.