Electric Vehicles Tooraweenah, NSW 2817
The 2817 postcode area, including Tooraweenah and Tonderburine, is home to 123 vehicles. Among these, 3 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 that2% 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 Tooraweenah and Tonderburine are emitting approximately 196 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2817 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, Tooraweenah (denham St), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 224 km per day during the summer month of January, and 88 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 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 Tooraweenah, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Tooraweenah
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tooraweenah: Tooraweenah (denham St) - approx. 1.3 km
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power Tooraweenah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tooraweenah: Tooraweenah (denham St) - approx. 1.3 km
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Electric Vehicle Tooraweenah - Community Profile
Tooraweenah EV Demographics
With a population of 306 people, Tooraweenah has 123 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 28 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 55 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 40 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Tooraweenah and a combined 3 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 Tooraweenah electric car charging stations. For the 51 homes that already have solar panels in the 2817 postcode, being 31% of the total 166 homes in this community, Tooraweenah 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, Tooraweenah (population: 306) might seem an unlikely hub for electric vehicle adoption. Yet this tight-knit community is quietly embracing sustainable transport. While only 3 electric vehicles (EVs) and 3 plug-in hybrids were registered in 2021 and 2023 respectively, these numbers signal growing interest in clean transport among Tooraweenah’s environmentally minded residents. With abundant sunshine averaging 18.7 MJ/m² daily – equivalent to 5.19 kW/m² – solar power offers exciting opportunities for EV owners here.
Public EV Charging Infrastructure Tooraweenah currently has no public EV charging stations within a 20km radius. This makes strategic trip planning essential for visitors and residents alike. Most drivers heading to regional centres like Coonabarabran (64km west) or Gilgandra (110km east) plan charging stops along major routes. While public infrastructure remains limited locally, Tooraweenah’s compact size (166 houses) makes home charging particularly practical.
Charging Compatibility Most EVs registered locally use CCS2 or Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors – the Australian standard. Popular models like the Renault Kangoo BEV (286km range) and BMW X5 PHEV (101km electric range) are fully compatible with these systems. The Peugeot Partner BEV’s rapid charging capability (30 minutes to 80% at 100kW stations) demonstrates how modern EVs can suit regional lifestyles despite current infrastructure gaps.
Harnessing Solar Power With solar radiation levels 15% above the national average, Tooraweenah is ideal for solar-powered EV charging. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 25kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Renault Kangoo BEV every 1.5 days. At current electricity prices, this could save $600-$800 annually compared to grid charging. Combined with NSW’s Solar for Low Income Households program and federal rebates, solar-charged EVs make both environmental and financial sense.
Practical Tips for Local Owners
- Time charges to coincide with peak solar generation (10am-3pm)
- Consider battery storage to extend solar charging into evenings
- For longer trips, identify charging stops in Dubbo (120km) or Tamworth (200km)
- Monitor vehicle consumption – the Land Rover Range Rover Velar PHEV’s 19.3kWh/100km rate impacts range planning
While public charging infrastructure is still developing locally, Tooraweenah’s solar potential creates unique advantages for EV owners. By pairing home chargers with solar systems, residents can achieve near-zero emission transport while avoiding reliance on distant charging stations. For those ready to embrace this sustainable future, local solar installers can design systems tailored to both household needs and EV charging requirements – making 'fuel' costs as predictable as the Outback sun.