Electric Vehicles Wongaling Beach, QLD 4852
The 4852 postcode area, including Wongaling Beach, Clump Point, Narragon Beach, Bingil Bay, Carmoo, Djiru, Dunk, Garners Beach, Midgeree Bar, Mission Beach, South Mission, South Mission Beach and Tam O'shanter, is home to 1515 vehicles. Among these, 47 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 that3% 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 Wongaling Beach, Clump Point, Narragon Beach, Bingil Bay, Carmoo, Djiru, Dunk, Garners Beach, Midgeree Bar, Mission Beach, South Mission, South Mission Beach and Tam O'shanter are emitting approximately 4195 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4852 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, Dunk Island Resort, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 176 km per day during the summer month of January, and 124 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 Wongaling Beach, 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 Wongaling Beach: Dunk Island Resort - approx. 6.6 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wongaling Beach: Dunk Island Resort - approx. 6.6 km
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Wongaling Beach EV Demographics
With a population of 3575 people, Wongaling Beach has 1515 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 626 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 646 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 243 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Wongaling Beach and a combined 47 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 Wongaling Beach electric car charging stations. For the 1124 homes that already have solar panels in the 4852 postcode, being 55% of the total 2031 homes in this community, Wongaling Beach 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 between lush rainforests and the Coral Sea, Wongaling Beach is embracing a greener future. This laid-back coastal suburb, home to 3,575 residents, has seen electric vehicle (EV) registrations surge by 124% since 2021 – jumping from 21 EVs to 47 by 2023. With its eco-conscious community and tropical sunshine (averaging 5.33 kW/m²/day of solar radiation), it’s no wonder more locals are switching to emission-free transport.
While Wongaling Beach itself doesn’t currently host public charging stations, nearby towns within a 20km radius offer options through major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks. Mission Beach (15 minutes south) features CCS2 fast chargers perfect for topping up while exploring Clump Mountain National Park. Tully (25km west) provides Type 2 connectors ideal for longer charging sessions near heritage-listed waterfalls. Always check network apps for real-time availability before day trips.
Most modern EVs in Wongaling Beach use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors. The popular Kia EV9 (443km range) charges from 10-80% in just 20 minutes using 350kW CCS2 stations, while the Renault Kangoo BEV relies on Type 2 for overnight charging. Tesla drivers can use CCS2 adaptors at compatible stations. CHAdeMO ports remain rare but suit older models like the Nissan Leaf.
With 300+ sunny days annually, solar-powered charging shines here. A 5kW solar system generates ~21kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Lexus UX BEV (12.8kWh/100km) for 164km of driving, essentially free after installation. Compared to grid power (30¢/kWh), solar-charged EV owners save ~$1,300 annually on fuel costs. The LDV Mifa9’s 36-minute fast-charge capability pairs perfectly with midday solar surpluses.
As Wongaling Beach accelerates toward sustainable transport, home charging remains the most convenient option. Pairing a 7kW wallbox with solar panels creates a future-proof energy ecosystem – imagine powering your Kia EV9 with sunlight instead of fossil fuels. Local solar installers can design systems to match your EV’s consumption; for example, the 19.5kWh/100km EV9 needs just 4-5 panels for daily commutes. Ready to harness the tropical sun? Connect with Wongaling Beach’s solar experts today to charge smarter, cleaner, and cheaper.