Electric Vehicles Victoria River Downs, NT 0852
The 0852 postcode area, including Victoria River Downs, Beswick, Daly Waters, Dunmarra, Edith River, Elsey Station, Helen Springs Station, Kalkaringi, Katherine, Lajamanu, Larrimah, Manbulloo, Numbulwar, Wave Hill, Arnold, Baines, Barunga, Beswick Creek, Binjari, Birdum, Bradshaw, Buchanan, Bulman Weemol, Creswell, Daguragu, Delamere, Edith, Elsey, Florina, Flying Fox, Gregory, Gulung Mardrulk, Gurindji, Jilkminggan, Kalkarindji, Limmen, Maranboy, Mataranka, Mcarthur, Miniyeri, Ngukurr, Nitmiluk, Nutwood Downs, Pellew Islands, Pigeon Hole, Robinson River, Sturt Plateau, Tanami East, Timber Creek, Top Springs, Uralla, Venn, Victoria River, Warumungu, Wilton and Yarralin, is home to 999 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 that0% 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 Victoria River Downs, Beswick, Daly Waters, Dunmarra, Edith River, Elsey Station, Helen Springs Station, Kalkaringi, Katherine, Lajamanu, Larrimah, Manbulloo, Numbulwar, Wave Hill, Arnold, Baines, Barunga, Beswick Creek, Binjari, Birdum, Bradshaw, Buchanan, Bulman Weemol, Creswell, Daguragu, Delamere, Edith, Elsey, Florina, Flying Fox, Gregory, Gulung Mardrulk, Gurindji, Jilkminggan, Kalkarindji, Limmen, Maranboy, Mataranka, Mcarthur, Miniyeri, Ngukurr, Nitmiluk, Nutwood Downs, Pellew Islands, Pigeon Hole, Robinson River, Sturt Plateau, Tanami East, Timber Creek, Top Springs, Uralla, Venn, Victoria River, Warumungu, Wilton and Yarralin are emitting approximately 1591 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 0852 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, Victoria River Roadhouse, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 188 km per day during the summer month of January, and 165 km per day in July, with an annual average of 188 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 Victoria River Downs, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Victoria River Downs
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Victoria River Downs: Victoria River Roadhouse - approx. 334 m
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power Victoria River Downs
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Victoria River Downs: Victoria River Roadhouse - approx. 334 m
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Victoria River Downs
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Victoria River Downs EV Demographics
With a population of 7295 people, Victoria River Downs has 999 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 546 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 281 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 172 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Victoria River Downs 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 Victoria River Downs electric car charging stations. For the 367 homes that already have solar panels in the 0852 postcode, being 18% of the total 2037 homes in this community, Victoria River Downs 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
Victoria River Downs is embracing sustainable transport, with its first plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) appearing on local roads in 2023. While this remote Northern Territory community currently has just three registered PHEVs, its abundant sunshine and eco-conscious spirit create perfect conditions for electric vehicle growth. With 22.30 MJ/m² of daily solar radiation – equivalent to 6.2 kW/m² – residents have exceptional potential to harness renewable energy for transport needs.
Public Charging Infrastructure Currently, Victoria River Downs has no known public electric vehicle charging stations within a 20km radius. This makes careful trip planning essential for longer journeys. Visitors travelling through the Northern Territory’s vast landscapes should plan charging stops in larger regional centres like Katherine (375km north) or Tennant Creek (480km south), which offer DC fast-charging facilities.
Future-Ready Charging Compatibility While local infrastructure develops, understanding connector types prepares owners for regional travel. Most modern electric vehicles in Australia use CCS2 or Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors:
- CCS2: Preferred for rapid charging (e.g., Kia EV9, Hyundai Kona Electric)
- Type 2: Common for home charging and public AC stations (e.g., Ford Escape PHEV, BMW 5 Series PHEV) CHAdeMO connectors, used by some older models, are becoming less common in new vehicles.
Solar-Powered Charging: A Local Solution Victoria River Downs’ exceptional solar resources (6.2 kW/m²/day) make home charging both practical and economical. A 6kW solar system could:
- Generate 30+ kWh daily – enough to charge a Hyundai Kona Electric (64kWh battery) to 80% in 2.5 sunny days
- Offset 100% of a Ford Escape PHEV’s 14.7kWh/100km consumption with just 2-3 hours of solar generation With grid electricity prices in remote NT communities often exceeding 30c/kWh, solar charging offers significant long-term savings while reducing reliance on diesel generators.
Taking the Next Step For Victoria River Downs residents, home charging paired with solar power represents the most practical EV solution. Modern wall chargers (7-22kW) can fully recharge a PHEV overnight using daytime solar storage. Those considering electric vehicles should:
- Assess daily driving needs against vehicle ranges (e.g., Kia EV9’s 443km range covers 5+ days of average NT commuting)
- Consult local solar installers about system sizing for vehicle charging
- Explore government rebates for regional EV adopters
As more locals make the electric transition, demand for public charging infrastructure will likely follow. By starting with solar-powered home solutions, Victoria River Downs can lead the way in sustainable outback transport. Interested in exploring solar-charged EV ownership? Our team connects residents with accredited NT installers for personalised advice on renewable energy systems tailored to electric vehicle needs.