Electric Vehicles Wutunugurra, NT 0872
The 0872 postcode area, including Wutunugurra, Aherrenge, Ali Curung, Alice Springs, Amata, Amata, Amoonguna, Antewenegerrde, Areyonga, Ayers Rock, Docker River, Erldunda, Ernabella, Ernabella (pukatja), Finke, Fregon, Gibson Desert North, Haasts Bluff, Imampa, Indulkana, Indulkana (iwantja), Jay Creek, Kings Creek Station, Kintore, Macdonnell Range, Mulga Bore, Murputja Homelands, Pitjantjatjara Homelands, Santa Teresa, Telegraph Station, Thangkenharenge, Ti Tree, Uluru, Umpangara, Urapuntja, Wanarn, Warakurna, Willowra, Yuelamu, Yuendumu, Yulara, Ampilatwatja, Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Anatye, Anmatjere, Atitjere, Ayers Range South, Barrow Creek, Burt Plain, Canteen Creek, Chilla Well, Costello, Davenport, De Rose Hill, Engawala, Ghan, Gibson Desert South, Hale, Hart, Hart Range, Hermannsburg, Hugh, Imanpa, Ininti Store, Irrunytju, Iwantja, Kalka, Kaltjiti, Kaltukatjara, Kanpa, Kanpi, Kiwirrkurra, Kulgera, Kunparrka, Lake Mackay, Lambina, Laramba, Mantamaru, Mereenie, Mimili, Mount Liebig, Mount Zeil, Murputja, Mutitjulu, Namatjira, Napperby Station, Ngaanyatjarra-giles, Nyapari, Nyirripi, Papulankutja, Papunya, Patjarr, Petermann, Pipalyatjara, Pukatja, Sandover, Simpson, Tanami, Tara, Tieyon, Titjikala, Tjirrkarli, Tjukurla, Umuwa, Wallace Rockhole, Watarru, Watinuma, Wilora, Wingellina and Yunyarinyi, is home to 1749 vehicles. Among these, 5 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 Wutunugurra, Aherrenge, Ali Curung, Alice Springs, Amata, Amata, Amoonguna, Antewenegerrde, Areyonga, Ayers Rock, Docker River, Erldunda, Ernabella, Ernabella (pukatja), Finke, Fregon, Gibson Desert North, Haasts Bluff, Imampa, Indulkana, Indulkana (iwantja), Jay Creek, Kings Creek Station, Kintore, Macdonnell Range, Mulga Bore, Murputja Homelands, Pitjantjatjara Homelands, Santa Teresa, Telegraph Station, Thangkenharenge, Ti Tree, Uluru, Umpangara, Urapuntja, Wanarn, Warakurna, Willowra, Yuelamu, Yuendumu, Yulara, Ampilatwatja, Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Anatye, Anmatjere, Atitjere, Ayers Range South, Barrow Creek, Burt Plain, Canteen Creek, Chilla Well, Costello, Davenport, De Rose Hill, Engawala, Ghan, Gibson Desert South, Hale, Hart, Hart Range, Hermannsburg, Hugh, Imanpa, Ininti Store, Irrunytju, Iwantja, Kalka, Kaltjiti, Kaltukatjara, Kanpa, Kanpi, Kiwirrkurra, Kulgera, Kunparrka, Lake Mackay, Lambina, Laramba, Mantamaru, Mereenie, Mimili, Mount Liebig, Mount Zeil, Murputja, Mutitjulu, Namatjira, Napperby Station, Ngaanyatjarra-giles, Nyapari, Nyirripi, Papulankutja, Papunya, Patjarr, Petermann, Pipalyatjara, Pukatja, Sandover, Simpson, Tanami, Tara, Tieyon, Titjikala, Tjirrkarli, Tjukurla, Umuwa, Wallace Rockhole, Watarru, Watinuma, Wilora, Wingellina and Yunyarinyi are emitting approximately 2263 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 0872 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, Epenarra, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 218 km per day during the summer month of January, and 147 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 Wutunugurra, 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 Wutunugurra: Epenarra - approx. 2.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wutunugurra: Epenarra - approx. 2.4 km
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Wutunugurra EV Demographics
With a population of 12789 people, Wutunugurra has 1749 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 1220 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 356 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 173 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Wutunugurra and a combined 5 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 Wutunugurra electric car charging stations. For the 299 homes that already have solar panels in the 0872 postcode, being 7% of the total 4476 homes in this community, Wutunugurra 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
Wutunugurra’s electric vehicle revolution is quietly gaining momentum. While this Northern Territory community might seem an unlikely EV hotspot, registrations tell a compelling story: combined electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles grew from 8 in 2021 to 10 in 2023 – a 25% increase in just two years. For Wutunugurra’s 12,789 residents, this shift aligns perfectly with the region’s abundant sunshine and growing sustainability awareness, creating unique opportunities for eco-conscious drivers.
Public charging infrastructure remains limited locally, with no stations currently operating within Wutunugurra itself or the surrounding 20km radius. This makes strategic planning essential for longer journeys. Visitors passing through the NT Outback will find major charging networks like Chargefox and Tesla Superchargers along key routes, though these require advance planning given our remote location. For daily driving, locals are embracing home charging solutions that leverage Wutunugurra’s exceptional solar resources.
Most modern EVs in Wutunugurra use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, compatible with popular models like the Tesla Model 3 (Australia’s best-selling EV in 2023) and the efficient Kia Niro BEV. The Porsche Panamera PHEV and Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV common in our area typically charge via standard Type 2 connections, while rapid-charging CCS2 ports suit longer-range vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz EQV.
Solar power emerges as Wutunugurra’s secret weapon for EV owners. With average solar radiation of 6.28 kW/m²/day (converted from 22.60 MJ/m²/day), a typical 5kW rooftop system can generate enough daily energy to power a Tesla Model 3 for 238km – more than most locals’ weekly driving needs. Financially, this translates to potential fuel savings of $1,500-$2,000 annually compared to petrol vehicles, based on current NT electricity prices and fuel costs.
For those considering the switch to electric, pairing a home charger with solar panels offers both convenience and long-term savings. Modern smart chargers like the Tesla Wall Connector or Zappi units can prioritise solar energy use, automatically switching to grid power only when needed. This setup proves particularly effective in our climate, where clear skies provide reliable charging potential 300+ days a year.
As Wutunugurra continues embracing sustainable transport, local expertise in solar-integrated EV solutions grows alongside it. Whether you’re charging a rugged Jeep PHEV for outback adventures or a sleek Tesla for school runs, harnessing our abundant sunshine makes practical and financial sense. For personalised advice on solar-charged electric vehicles, connecting with Wutunugurra’s renewable energy specialists ensures your setup matches both your driving needs and our unique environmental conditions.