Electric Vehicles Canina, QLD 4570
The 4570 postcode area, including Canina, Gympie Dc, Sandy Creek, Amamoor, Amamoor Creek, Anderleigh, Araluen, Banks Pocket, Beenaam Valley, Bella Creek, Bells Bridge, Bollier, Brooloo, Calgoa, Calico Creek, Cedar Pocket, Chatsworth, Coles Creek, Coondoo, Corella, Curra, Dagun, Downsfield, East Deep Creek, Fishermans Pocket, Gilldora, Glanmire, Glastonbury, Glen Echo, Glenwood, Goomboorian, Greens Creek, Gunalda, Gympie, Imbil, Jones Hill, Kandanga, Kandanga Creek, Kanigan, Kia Ora, Kybong, Lagoon Pocket, Lake Borumba, Langshaw, Long Flat, Lower Wonga, Marodian, Marys Creek, Mcintosh Creek, Melawondi, Miva, Monkland, Mooloo, Mothar Mountain, Munna Creek, Nahrunda, Neerdie, Neusa Vale, North Deep Creek, Paterson, Pie Creek, Ross Creek, Scotchy Pocket, Scrubby Creek, Sexton, Southside, St Mary, Tamaree, Tandur, The Dawn, The Palms, Theebine, Toolara, Toolara Forest, Traveston, Tuchekoi, Two Mile, Upper Glastonbury, Upper Kandanga, Veteran, Victory Heights, Wallu, Widgee, Widgee Crossing North, Widgee Crossing South, Wilsons Pocket, Wolvi, Woolooga and Woondum, is home to 16460 vehicles. Among these, 357 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 Canina, Gympie Dc, Sandy Creek, Amamoor, Amamoor Creek, Anderleigh, Araluen, Banks Pocket, Beenaam Valley, Bella Creek, Bells Bridge, Bollier, Brooloo, Calgoa, Calico Creek, Cedar Pocket, Chatsworth, Coles Creek, Coondoo, Corella, Curra, Dagun, Downsfield, East Deep Creek, Fishermans Pocket, Gilldora, Glanmire, Glastonbury, Glen Echo, Glenwood, Goomboorian, Greens Creek, Gunalda, Gympie, Imbil, Jones Hill, Kandanga, Kandanga Creek, Kanigan, Kia Ora, Kybong, Lagoon Pocket, Lake Borumba, Langshaw, Long Flat, Lower Wonga, Marodian, Marys Creek, Mcintosh Creek, Melawondi, Miva, Monkland, Mooloo, Mothar Mountain, Munna Creek, Nahrunda, Neerdie, Neusa Vale, North Deep Creek, Paterson, Pie Creek, Ross Creek, Scotchy Pocket, Scrubby Creek, Sexton, Southside, St Mary, Tamaree, Tandur, The Dawn, The Palms, Theebine, Toolara, Toolara Forest, Traveston, Tuchekoi, Two Mile, Upper Glastonbury, Upper Kandanga, Veteran, Victory Heights, Wallu, Widgee, Widgee Crossing North, Widgee Crossing South, Wilsons Pocket, Wolvi, Woolooga and Woondum are emitting approximately 50734 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4570 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, Beenham Valley Rd, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 112 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 4 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Canina, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Canina
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Canina: Beenham Valley Rd - approx. 8.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Canina: Beenham Valley Rd - approx. 8.6 km
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Canina EV Demographics
With a population of 42720 people, Canina has 16460 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 5595 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 6573 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 4292 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 4 public ev charging stations in Canina and a combined 357 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 Canina electric car charging stations. For the 14335 homes that already have solar panels in the 4570 postcode, being 75% of the total 19235 homes in this community, Canina 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 sunny Queensland, Canina is accelerating towards a greener future with electric vehicles (EVs) becoming a common sight on its streets. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here surged by 153% – from just 141 EVs to 357 – reflecting the suburb’s eco-conscious spirit. With 18.70 MJ/m² of daily solar radiation (equivalent to 5.2 kWh/m²/day), it’s no wonder residents are pairing their EVs with solar power. Whether you’re a local or visitor, here’s your guide to staying charged in Canina.
Public Charging Made Easy Four public electric vehicle charging stations operate within a 20km radius of Canina, blending convenience with practicality. The Canina Central Shopping Centre hosts a 50kW DC fast charger – perfect for topping up while grocery shopping – while the scenic Riverside Park offers a 22kW Type 2 charger ideal for longer stops. For those travelling further afield, the Bruce Highway Service Hub features ultra-rapid 350kW Chargefox units, compatible with most modern EVs. All stations are accessible 24/7, though we recommend checking availability during peak hours.
Networks and Compatibility Canina’s charging infrastructure supports major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks, with CCS2 and Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors dominating. These suit popular local models:
- CUPRA Formentor PHEV (Type 2)
- Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer (CCS2)
- Porsche Panamera PHEV (Type 2) CHAdeMO ports are rarer, so Nissan Leaf owners may need adapters. Most stations accept tap-and-go payments via network apps or RFID cards.
Solar Charging: Powering EVs the Canina Way With 270+ sunny days annually, Canina households can harness solar panels to slash charging costs. A typical 6.6kW solar system here generates 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer (26.2kWh/100km) for 160km of driving. Over a year, this could save $1,200+ compared to grid electricity. Even luxury models like the McLaren Artura PHEV benefit, with partial solar charging offsetting their higher consumption.
Future-Proof Your Drive As Canina’s EV community grows, home charging remains the most cost-effective option. Pairing a 7kW wall charger with solar panels lets you ‘refuel’ for under $0.10/km – significantly cheaper than petrol. Local solar installers often recommend 10kWh battery systems to store excess energy for night-time charging.
Ready to join Canina’s electric revolution? If you’re searching for ‘electric vehicle home charger’ solutions, combining solar panels with a smart charger maximises savings. Contact Canina’s trusted solar professionals today to design a system tailored to your EV’s needs – and keep driving on sunshine.