Electric Vehicles Coober Pedy, SA 5723
The 5723 postcode area, including Coober Pedy, Allandale Station, Anna Creek, Arckaringa, Evelyn Downs, Ingomar, Mabel Creek, Mcdouall Peak, Mount Barry, Mount Clarence Station, Mount Willoughby, Nilpinna Station, William Creek and Wintinna, is home to 586 vehicles. Among these, 6 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 Coober Pedy, Allandale Station, Anna Creek, Arckaringa, Evelyn Downs, Ingomar, Mabel Creek, Mcdouall Peak, Mount Barry, Mount Clarence Station, Mount Willoughby, Nilpinna Station, William Creek and Wintinna are emitting approximately 1909 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5723 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, Coober Pedy, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 241 km per day during the summer month of January, and 112 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 Coober Pedy, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Coober Pedy
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Coober Pedy: Coober Pedy - approx. 1.1 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Coober Pedy: Coober Pedy - approx. 1.1 km
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Coober Pedy EV Demographics
With a population of 1301 people, Coober Pedy has 586 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 286 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 199 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 101 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Coober Pedy and a combined 6 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 Coober Pedy electric car charging stations. For the 83 homes that already have solar panels in the 5723 postcode, being 7% of the total 1166 homes in this community, Coober Pedy 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 South Australia’s outback, Coober Pedy is embracing electric vehicles (EVs) with its signature resourcefulness. While EV adoption here remains modest – growing from 7 plug-in hybrids in 2021 to 6 in 2023 – this innovative community is perfectly positioned to lead in sustainable transport. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.75 kW/m²/day (converted from 20.70 MJ/m²/day), locals are increasingly pairing EVs with solar power for true energy independence.
Public EV charging stations remain scarce in Coober Pedy and its surrounding 20km radius. This makes strategic planning essential for visitors. Most residents rely on home charging solutions, though travellers can use standard power outlets at local accommodations like the Desert Cave Hotel or Opal Inn – just remember to pack your portable charger.
While major networks like Chargefox haven’t yet reached the area, Coober Pedy’s EV drivers benefit from universal compatibility. All registered vehicles use CCS2 or Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors, matching popular models like the BYD Dolphin (410km range) and Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (84km electric range). The latter can recharge to 80% in just 38 minutes using a 60A charger – perfect for quick top-ups between opal fossicking adventures.
Solar charging shines brightest here. A typical 5kW rooftop system generates about 28kWh daily – enough to power a BYD Dolphin for 130km of emissions-free driving. With Coober Pedy’s average 21.6kWh/100km consumption rate for popular models, solar owners effectively fuel their commute for free while avoiding grid electricity costs nearing $0.40/kWh.
For those considering the switch, hybrid models like the BMW X5 PHEV (101km electric range) demonstrate how solar can slash fuel bills. Even without public infrastructure, underground homes’ stable temperatures help maintain battery efficiency – a unique local advantage.
Ready to harness the outback sun? Pairing an electric vehicle home charger with solar panels could save over $1,500 annually in fuel costs while future-proofing your transport. Our team connects locals with expert solar installers who understand Coober Pedy’s unique needs – from dust-resistant systems to opal-friendly mounting solutions. Drive on sunshine in the capital of the outback!