Electric Vehicles Mackay Mc, QLD 4741
The 4741 postcode area, including Mackay Mc, Flaggy Rock, Mount Christian, Ball Bay, Brampton Island, Brightly, Clairview, Coppabella, Daydream Island, Epsom, Eton, Eton North, Eungella Hinterland, Farleigh, Gargett, Hampden, Hazledean, Hook Island, Kalarka, Kinchant Dam, Kuttabul, Lindeman Island, Long Island, Mount Charlton, Mount Ossa, Mount Pelion, North Eton, Oakenden, Orkabie, Owens Creek, Pinnacle, Pleystowe, Seaforth, South Molle and Yalboroo, is home to 2246 vehicles. Among these, 44 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 Mackay Mc, Flaggy Rock, Mount Christian, Ball Bay, Brampton Island, Brightly, Clairview, Coppabella, Daydream Island, Epsom, Eton, Eton North, Eungella Hinterland, Farleigh, Gargett, Hampden, Hazledean, Hook Island, Kalarka, Kinchant Dam, Kuttabul, Lindeman Island, Long Island, Mount Charlton, Mount Ossa, Mount Pelion, North Eton, Oakenden, Orkabie, Owens Creek, Pinnacle, Pleystowe, Seaforth, South Molle and Yalboroo are emitting approximately 8219 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4741 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, Mackay Alert, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 200 km per day during the summer month of January, and 135 km per day in July, with an annual average of 176 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 Mackay Mc, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Mackay Mc
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mackay Mc: Mackay Alert - approx. 2.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mackay Mc: Mackay Alert - approx. 2.8 km
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Mackay Mc EV Demographics
With a population of 5932 people, Mackay Mc has 2246 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 496 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 956 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 794 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Mackay Mc and a combined 44 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 Mackay Mc electric car charging stations. For the 1785 homes that already have solar panels in the 4741 postcode, being 62% of the total 2879 homes in this community, Mackay Mc 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
Mackay MC’s electric vehicle (EV) community is accelerating faster than a Tesla in Ludicrous Mode. With just 17 EVs registered in 2021, adoption has surged by 159% to 44 EVs in 2023 – a clear sign locals are embracing cleaner transport. Nestled in sunny Queensland, this eco-conscious suburb’s tropical climate isn’t just perfect for beach days; it delivers 20.7 MJ/m²/day of solar radiation (about 5.75 kW/m²/day), making renewable energy solutions particularly appealing for EV owners.
While Mackay MC itself currently has limited public charging infrastructure, residents often access stations in the broader Mackay region. Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks operate fast-charging hubs within day-trip distances, ideal for longer journeys. The Caneland Central shopping precinct and Mackay Base Hospital area are popular charging spots for visitors, offering convenient CCS2 and Type 2 connectors.
Most modern EVs in Mackay MC use CCS2 or Type 2 (Mennekes) plugs. The sporty Renault Megane E-Tech (454km range) charges from 15-80% in 35 minutes using CCS2 fast chargers, while luxury models like the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV (606km range) benefit from Type 2 compatibility at home stations. Hybrid drivers aren’t left out – the BMW X5 PHEV’s Type 2 port handles overnight charging effortlessly.
Here’s where Mackay MC truly shines: solar-powered home charging. With 300+ annual sunny days generating 5.75 kW/m²/day, a standard 6.6kW solar system can fully charge a Renault Megane E-Tech’s 60kWh battery in two sunny days while slashing charging costs by 60-80%. For perspective, this could save $700+ annually compared to grid charging – enough for several coastal road trips.
Ready to harness Queensland’s sunshine? Pairing solar panels with a home charger transforms your driveway into a private fuel station. If you’re exploring electric vehicle home charger installations, local solar experts can design systems matching your EV’s needs – whether you drive a zippy Peugeot 308 PHEV or a long-range Mercedes. Embrace Mackay MC’s solar potential and join the charge towards cleaner, cheaper driving.