Electric Vehicles Rewan, QLD 4702
The 4702 postcode area, including Rewan, Anakie Siding, Arcturus, Bogantungan, Carnarvon Park, Central Queensland Mc, Cheeseborough, Comet, Dundula Creek, Gordonstone, Humboldt, Rannes, Sapphire Central, Togara, Withersfield, Yalleroi, Alberta, Alsace, Alton Downs, Anakie, Argoon, Balcomba, Banana, Baralaba, Barnard, Bingegang, Blackdown, Bluff, Boolburra, Bouldercombe, Bushley, Canal Creek, Canoona, Cawarral, Consuelo, Coomoo, Coorooman, Coorumbene, Coowonga, Dalma, Dingo, Dixalea, Dululu, Dumpy Creek, Etna Creek, Fernlees, Gainsford, Garnant, Gemfields, Gindie, Glenroy, Gogango, Goomally, Goovigen, Goowarra, Gracemere, Jambin, Jardine, Jellinbah, Joskeleigh, Kabra, Kalapa, Keppel Sands, Kokotungo, Kunwarara, Lowesby, Mackenzie, Marmor, Midgee, Milman, Mimosa, Moonmera, Morinish, Morinish South, Mount Chalmers, Nine Mile, Parkhurst, Pheasant Creek, Pink Lily, Plum Tree, Ridgelands, Rolleston, Rossmoya, Rubyvale, Sapphire, Shoalwater, Smoky Creek, South Yaamba, Stanage, Stanwell, Stewarton, Tarramba, The Caves, The Gemfields, Thompson Point, Tungamull, Ulogie, Wallaroo, Westwood, Willows, Willows Gemfields, Woolein, Wooroona, Wowan, Wycarbah and Yaraka, is home to 9423 vehicles. Among these, 206 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 Rewan, Anakie Siding, Arcturus, Bogantungan, Carnarvon Park, Central Queensland Mc, Cheeseborough, Comet, Dundula Creek, Gordonstone, Humboldt, Rannes, Sapphire Central, Togara, Withersfield, Yalleroi, Alberta, Alsace, Alton Downs, Anakie, Argoon, Balcomba, Banana, Baralaba, Barnard, Bingegang, Blackdown, Bluff, Boolburra, Bouldercombe, Bushley, Canal Creek, Canoona, Cawarral, Consuelo, Coomoo, Coorooman, Coorumbene, Coowonga, Dalma, Dingo, Dixalea, Dululu, Dumpy Creek, Etna Creek, Fernlees, Gainsford, Garnant, Gemfields, Gindie, Glenroy, Gogango, Goomally, Goovigen, Goowarra, Gracemere, Jambin, Jardine, Jellinbah, Joskeleigh, Kabra, Kalapa, Keppel Sands, Kokotungo, Kunwarara, Lowesby, Mackenzie, Marmor, Midgee, Milman, Mimosa, Moonmera, Morinish, Morinish South, Mount Chalmers, Nine Mile, Parkhurst, Pheasant Creek, Pink Lily, Plum Tree, Ridgelands, Rolleston, Rossmoya, Rubyvale, Sapphire, Shoalwater, Smoky Creek, South Yaamba, Stanage, Stanwell, Stewarton, Tarramba, The Caves, The Gemfields, Thompson Point, Tungamull, Ulogie, Wallaroo, Westwood, Willows, Willows Gemfields, Woolein, Wooroona, Wowan, Wycarbah and Yaraka are emitting approximately 30545 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4702 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, Belvedere, 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 124 km per day in July, with an annual average of 171 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 Rewan, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Rewan
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rewan: Belvedere - approx. 5.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Rewan: Belvedere - approx. 5.8 km
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Rewan EV Demographics
With a population of 25902 people, Rewan has 9423 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 2673 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 3842 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2908 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Rewan and a combined 206 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 Rewan electric car charging stations. For the 6050 homes that already have solar panels in the 4702 postcode, being 52% of the total 11695 homes in this community, Rewan 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 DataElectric Vehicle Charging Stations
Rewan, a sunny suburb in Queensland, is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with open arms. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here surged by 121% – from just 93 plug-in vehicles to 206. This growth reflects the community’s eco-conscious mindset, bolstered by the region’s abundant sunshine (averaging 5.6 kW/m²/day solar radiation). Whether you’re a local or passing through, here’s your guide to staying charged.
Public EV Charging in Rewan While Rewan itself doesn’t yet host public charging stations, nearby areas within a 20km radius offer reliable options. Major networks like Chargefox, Evie Networks, and Tesla Superchargers operate throughout Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, ensuring compatibility with most EVs. Popular charging hubs near Rewan include:
- Shopping centres in neighbouring suburbs: Many feature fast CCS2 chargers, ideal for a 30-minute top-up while you shop.
- Regional hospitals and tourist hubs: These often provide Type 2 connectors, perfect for longer stops.
Charging Compatibility Made Simple Most Rewan EV owners drive models like the BMW iX1 (464km range) or Peugeot 2008 BEV, which use CCS2 connectors. Plug-in hybrids like the Land Rover Discovery Sport PHEV typically rely on Type 2 sockets. Fortunately, all major charging networks support these standards. CHAdeMO ports are rarer but available at select stations for drivers of older EVs.
Solar Charging: Rewan’s Secret Weapon With 5.6 kW/m²/day of solar potential, Rewan is ideal for sun-powered EV charging. A 6.6kW home solar system can generate ~26kWh daily – enough to fuel a BMW iX1 for 165km at zero grid cost. For context, this saves $6.50/day compared to Queensland’s average electricity rates (25c/kWh). Even Porsche Panamera PHEV owners (19.5kWh/100km) can cover their 56km electric range using just 11kWh – easily achievable with rooftop panels.
Take Charge of Your Drive Why rely on distant chargers when sunlight powers your driveway? Pairing a home charging station with solar panels slashes costs and carbon footprints. Most Rewan homes can offset their EV’s energy needs with a modest solar setup, thanks to the region’s bright climate.
Ready to harness the sun? Local solar installers in Rewan specialise in EV-friendly systems. Contact us today to connect with experts who’ll tailor a solution for your electric car and lifestyle.
