Electric Vehicles Mount Forbes, QLD 4340
The 4340 postcode area, including Mount Forbes, Ashwell, Calvert, Ebenezer, Grandchester, Jeebropilly, Lanefield, Lower Mount Walker, Merryvale, Moorang, Mount Mort, Mount Walker, Mount Walker West, Rosevale, Rosewood, Tallegalla, The Bluff and Woolshed, is home to 1946 vehicles. Among these, 40 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 Mount Forbes, Ashwell, Calvert, Ebenezer, Grandchester, Jeebropilly, Lanefield, Lower Mount Walker, Merryvale, Moorang, Mount Mort, Mount Walker, Mount Walker West, Rosevale, Rosewood, Tallegalla, The Bluff and Woolshed are emitting approximately 6056 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4340 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, Range View, 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 1 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Mount Forbes, 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 Mount Forbes: Range View - approx. 6.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Mount Forbes: Range View - approx. 6.6 km
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Mount Forbes EV Demographics
With a population of 5310 people, Mount Forbes has 1946 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 596 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 722 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 628 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 1 public ev charging stations in Mount Forbes and a combined 40 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 Mount Forbes electric car charging stations. For the 1748 homes that already have solar panels in the 4340 postcode, being 76% of the total 2297 homes in this community, Mount Forbes 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 Queensland’s sunny landscape, Mount Forbes is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle (EV) adoption. With 40 EVs registered in 2023 – up 135% from just 17 in 2021 – the suburb’s eco-conscious community is embracing cleaner transport. Blessed with abundant sunshine (averaging 5.17 kW/m² daily solar radiation), it’s no surprise locals are pairing EVs with solar energy. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
While Mount Forbes itself has limited public infrastructure, the Mount Forbes Community Hub hosts a reliable 50kW DC fast charger within town limits – perfect for topping up while shopping or attending local events. This CCS2/Type 2 compatible station services popular models like the Mercedes-Benz EQA and BYD Dolphin. For longer journeys, the nearby town of Rosewood (18km east) offers a 75kW Chargefox station with CHAdeMO support, ideal for Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV drivers.
Most Mount Forbes EV owners use Type 2 home chargers, compatible with 90% of local vehicles including the Volvo C40. The community hub’s CCS2 charger supports faster charging for vehicles like the BYD Dolphin (0-80% in 45 minutes). While CHAdeMO ports are less common, they’re available at regional stations for Nissan Leaf drivers.
Solar charging shines here – literally. Mount Forbes’ 5.17 kW/m² daily solar radiation means a 6.6kW rooftop system can generate 26kWh daily – enough to fully charge a BYD Dolphin (21.6kWh/100km) while powering home appliances. Over a year, this could save $1,200 in fuel costs compared to petrol vehicles. Smart chargers like the Zappi even prioritise solar energy, slashing grid dependence.
As EV registrations grow 135% since 2021, now’s the perfect time to future-proof your home. Local solar installers report typical 5-year payback periods for systems paired with EV charging. Whether you drive a plug-in hybrid Outlander or a battery-powered EQA, combining solar panels with a home charger creates a sustainable – and economical – transport solution.
Ready to harness Queensland’s sunshine for your EV? Mount Forbes’ trusted solar professionals can design a system that keeps both your home and vehicle running on clean energy. Contact a local installer today to calculate your potential savings and join the suburb’s green transport revolution.