Electric Vehicles Obil Bil, QLD 4626
The 4626 postcode area, including Obil Bil, O’bil Bil, Beeron, Boynewood, Brovinia, Cattle Creek, Coonambula, Derri Derra, Dykehead, Glenrae, Gurgeena, Hawkwood, Monogorilby, Mundowran, Mundubbera, O'bil Bil, Old Cooranga, Philpott and Riverleigh, is home to 661 vehicles. Among these, 8 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 Obil Bil, O’bil Bil, Beeron, Boynewood, Brovinia, Cattle Creek, Coonambula, Derri Derra, Dykehead, Glenrae, Gurgeena, Hawkwood, Monogorilby, Mundowran, Mundubbera, O'bil Bil, Old Cooranga, Philpott and Riverleigh are emitting approximately 2246 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4626 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, Mundubbera, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 206 km per day during the summer month of January, and 118 km per day in July, with an annual average of 165 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 Obil Bil, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Obil Bil
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Obil Bil: Mundubbera - approx. 4.5 km
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power Obil Bil
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Obil Bil: Mundubbera - approx. 4.5 km
Featured Solar Installers Servicing Obil Bil
Electric Vehicles Charging Obil Bil
Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Obil Bil
Electric Vehicle Obil Bil - Community Profile
Obil Bil EV Demographics
With a population of 1730 people, Obil Bil has 661 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 216 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 259 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 186 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Obil Bil and a combined 8 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 Obil Bil electric car charging stations. For the 458 homes that already have solar panels in the 4626 postcode, being 50% of the total 922 homes in this community, Obil Bil 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 Sunshine Coast hinterland, Obil Bil (population 1,730) is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. While the town’s EV numbers remain modest – growing from 7 plug-in hybrids in 2021 to 8 in 2023 – this eco-conscious community shows growing interest in sustainable transport. With 922 homes and abundant sunshine averaging 5.4 kW/m²/day (converted from 19.60 MJ/m²/day), Obil Bil offers unique opportunities for EV owners to combine clean energy with practical motoring.
Public Charging Options Obil Bil itself doesn’t currently host public charging stations, but drivers can access regional networks within a 20km radius. Popular nearby locations include:
- Chargefox Ultra-Rapid Stations at major highway rest stops (CCS2 compatible)
- Evie Networks chargers at coastal shopping precincts
- Tesla Destination Chargers at boutique accommodation providers
Charging Compatibility Most modern EVs in Australia use CCS2 connectors for fast charging or Type 2 for home/AC charging. Popular local models like the $35,990 GWM Ora (310km range) and premium $103,384 Genesis GV60 (470km range) both use CCS2. The town’s registered Mercedes-Benz EQE and Polestar 2 models also align with these standards, ensuring compatibility with regional charging infrastructure.
Solar Charging Advantages With Obil Bil’s exceptional solar radiation, homeowners can significantly offset charging costs. A 6.6kW solar system produces enough daily energy to:
- Fully charge a BYD Dolphin (410km range) in 2 sunny days
- Power a Polestar 2 for 625km weekly commuting
- Save $600-$1,200 annually compared to grid charging
Practical Solutions for Residents Given the lack of local public chargers, most Obil Bil EV owners opt for home charging. Pairing a 7kW wallbox with solar panels creates a self-sufficient system – the $36,890 BYD Dolphin’s 21.6kWh/100km consumption can be entirely solar-powered during daylight hours.
Next Steps for EV Owners If you’re considering joining Obil Bil’s growing EV community, solar-powered home charging offers both convenience and cost-efficiency. Local solar installers can design systems to match your vehicle’s needs – whether you drive an efficient GWM Ora or a long-range Mercedes EQE. Reach out to certified professionals to explore tailored solutions for sustainable driving in our sunny hinterland community.