Electric Vehicles Wyalong, NSW 2671
The 2671 postcode area, including Wyalong, Alleena, Back Creek, Burcher, Lake Cowal, North Yalgogrin and West Wyalong, is home to 1430 vehicles. Among these, 66 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 that5% 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 Wyalong, Alleena, Back Creek, Burcher, Lake Cowal, North Yalgogrin and West Wyalong are emitting approximately 4195 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 2671 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, Wyalong Post Office, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 153 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 Wyalong, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wyalong: Wyalong Post Office - approx. 493 m
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wyalong: Wyalong Post Office - approx. 493 m
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Wyalong EV Demographics
With a population of 3572 people, Wyalong has 1430 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 502 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 580 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 348 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Wyalong and a combined 66 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 Wyalong electric car charging stations. For the 904 homes that already have solar panels in the 2671 postcode, being 48% of the total 1875 homes in this community, Wyalong 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
Wyalong’s quiet streets are humming with a new kind of energy. Between 2021 and 2023, electric vehicle registrations in this friendly NSW town leapt from 28 to 66 – a striking 135.7% increase. While local drivers still favour utes and SUVs, the growing fleet of Nissan Leafs, Fiat 500es, and BYD Seals reflects Wyalong’s practical approach to sustainability. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.11 kW/m²/day (converted from 18.40 MJ/m²/day), this agricultural hub offers surprising potential for eco-conscious motoring.
For public charging, Wyalong residents currently rely on one central location: the 24/7 charging station at Wyalong Visitor Information Centre. This dual-port unit supports both CCS2 and Type 2 connectors, making it compatible with popular models like the MINI Countryman BEV and BYD Seal. Situated near cafés and the town’s historic courthouse, it’s ideal for topping up while exploring Federation Council’s heritage trail. Within 20km, you’ll find no other stations – but the town’s compact layout means most drivers are never more than five minutes from a charge.
Compatibility is key in regional NSW. The town’s public charger works with Chargefox’s national network, accepting both pay-as-you-go and account-based payments. While the Nissan Leaf’s CHAdeMO connector requires an adapter here, most modern EVs plug in directly:
- Fiat 500e: 35-minute charges via CCS2
- BYD Seal: CCS2 compatibility for 510km range
- MINI Countryman BEV: 29-minute top-ups
Solar charging shines brightest in Wyalong homes. A typical 6.6kW rooftop system generates about 33kWh daily – enough to fully power a Fiat 500e’s 42kWh battery every 1.3 days. With the BYD Seal’s efficient 13.8kWh/100km consumption, solar-charged driving costs plummet to under 2¢/km compared to 18¢/km for petrol equivalents. Local electricians report most EV owners break even on solar panel costs within 4-7 years, aided by NSW’s solar rebates.
Considering a home charger? Pairing a 7kW Wallbox with solar lets you ‘fill up’ for free during daylight hours. A 10kWh home battery (storing excess solar) can provide 72km of nighttime driving for a Nissan Leaf. As Wyalong’s service stations don’t yet offer DC fast charging, solar-powered homes enjoy a distinct advantage.
Ready to harness the sun? Wyalong’s trusted solar installers can design systems tailored to your EV’s needs. Whether you’re charging a compact Fiat or family-sized BYD, going solar turns your garage into Australia’s most affordable fuel station. Contact local professionals today to calculate your savings – and join the quiet revolution powering our regional roads.