Electric Vehicles Gilla, QLD 4314
The 4314 postcode area, including Gilla, Benarkin, Blackbutt, Colinton, Harlin, Linville, Moore, Nukku, Taromeo, Teelah, Avoca Vale, Benarkin North, Blackbutt North, Blackbutt South, Cherry Creek, Googa Creek, Mount Binga and Mount Stanley, is home to 1304 vehicles. Among these, 18 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 that1% 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 Gilla, Benarkin, Blackbutt, Colinton, Harlin, Linville, Moore, Nukku, Taromeo, Teelah, Avoca Vale, Benarkin North, Blackbutt North, Blackbutt South, Cherry Creek, Googa Creek, Mount Binga and Mount Stanley are emitting approximately 3391 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4314 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, Blackbutt Post Office, 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 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Gilla, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Gilla
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gilla: Blackbutt Post Office - approx. 5.1 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Gilla: Blackbutt Post Office - approx. 5.1 km
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Gilla EV Demographics
With a population of 2936 people, Gilla has 1304 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 526 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 484 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 294 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Gilla and a combined 18 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 Gilla electric car charging stations. For the 463 homes that already have solar panels in the 4314 postcode, being 26% of the total 1755 homes in this community, Gilla 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
Gilla, a sunny suburb in Queensland with a tight-knit community of nearly 3,000 residents, is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. While eco-conscious locals have traditionally relied on conventional cars, registrations for electric vehicles (EVs) have doubled since 2021 – jumping from just 9 EVs (including plug-in hybrids) to 18 in 2023. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.16 kWh/m²/day (converted from 18.60 MJ/m²/day), this rural gem is perfectly positioned for sustainable driving solutions.
Public EV Charging in Gilla At present, Gilla itself doesn’t host any public electric vehicle charging stations, and options within a 20km radius remain limited. Residents often plan charging stops in larger neighbouring towns when travelling. Popular regional hubs like Toowoomba or Dalby offer reliable charging points at shopping centres, rest stops, or council facilities – typically equipped with CCS2 or Type 2 connectors compatible with most Australian EV models.
Charging Compatibility & Networks Most Gilla EV owners drive vehicles like the Mercedes-Benz EQA (578km range) or Audi e-tron GT (540km range), which use CCS2 fast-charging ports. The Mazda CX-60 PHEV – a popular plug-in hybrid choice – utilises Type 2 connectors. While Tesla Superchargers aren’t locally available yet, networks like Chargefox and Evie maintain stations along major Queensland routes, ensuring connectivity for longer trips.
Solar Charging: Gilla’s Homegrown Advantage With solar radiation levels 20% higher than the Australian average, Gilla households can harness significant energy savings. A standard 6.6kW solar system here generates about 30kWh daily – enough to fully charge a BMW iX3 (21.6kWh/100km) for 140km of driving at no grid electricity cost. Over a year, solar-charged EV owners could save $1,200+ compared to petrol vehicles, while reducing reliance on public infrastructure.
Local EV owners like Sarah Mitchell, who installed a 10kW solar array with her Genesis GV70 BEV, report: "My weekly work commute to Toowoomba costs nothing in fuel – the system pays for itself in Queensland’s sunshine."
Considering the jump to electric? Pairing a home charging station with solar panels creates a future-proof energy solution. Local installers can design systems that offset both household needs and EV consumption. For Gilla residents ready to embrace cleaner transport, the combination of solar power and smart charging offers both environmental benefits and long-term savings. Reach out to accredited solar professionals in our area to explore tailored solutions for your home and vehicle.