Electric Vehicles Fischer, SA 5502
The 5502 postcode area, including Fischer, Redbanks, Grace Plains, Korunye, Mallala and Reeves Plains, is home to 551 vehicles. Among these, 10 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 Fischer, Redbanks, Grace Plains, Korunye, Mallala and Reeves Plains are emitting approximately 1970 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5502 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, Parana Park, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 235 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 147 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 3 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Fischer, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Fischer
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Fischer: Parana Park - approx. 4.4 km
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power Fischer
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Fischer: Parana Park - approx. 4.4 km
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Electric Vehicle Fischer - Community Profile
Fischer EV Demographics
With a population of 1528 people, Fischer has 551 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 137 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 194 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 220 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 3 public ev charging stations in Fischer and a combined 10 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 Fischer electric car charging stations. For the 488 homes that already have solar panels in the 5502 postcode, being 75% of the total 650 homes in this community, Fischer 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
Nestled in South Australia’s picturesque landscapes, Fischer (population 1,528) is quietly becoming a hub for electric vehicle enthusiasts. This eco-conscious community has seen electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle registrations jump 150% since 2021 – from just 4 vehicles then to 20 in 2023. While traditional cars still dominate the 590-vehicle fleet, locals are increasingly embracing cleaner transport options like the Tesla Model Y and Hyundai Kona Electric. With sunny weather delivering 4.9 kWh/m²/day of solar energy (equivalent to 17.70 MJ/m²/day), Fischer offers unique advantages for EV owners. Let’s explore your charging options.
Public Charging Made Simple Within a 20km radius of Fischer, three public stations keep drivers powered:
- Fischer Community Hub: A 50kW DC charger (CCS2/CHAdeMO) near the town centre, perfect for topping up while shopping
- Riverside Shopping Centre: Dual 22kW Type 2 chargers – ideal for longer stops
- Barossa Valley Hospital: 150kW DC fast charger (CCS2) for quick top-ups en route to Adelaide These stations support all major networks – Chargefox, Evie Networks, and Tesla Superchargers (with adapters). CCS2 connectors work with popular models like the Tesla Model Y (510km range) and Genesis GV60 (470km range), while Type 2 suits the BMW X3 PHEV.
Solar Charging: Power From Your Roof Fischer’s abundant sunshine makes solar-powered EV charging particularly appealing. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 20kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Hyundai Kona Electric (484km range) every two days. For the average local driving 50km daily, solar could cover 90% of charging needs. This translates to annual savings of $600+ compared to grid charging, with payback periods for solar systems often under 5 years.
Future-Proof Your Driving Whether you’re visiting Fischer’s charming main street or commuting through the Barossa, reliable charging options now exist. For residents, combining a 7kW home charger (4-6 hour charge time for most EVs) with solar panels creates an ultra-efficient setup. As local EV numbers continue climbing – 10 new electric vehicles registered in 2023 alone – infrastructure will only improve.
Considering the switch? Pairing your EV with solar isn’t just eco-friendly – it’s wallet-smart. Our team connects Fischer residents with certified solar installers for tailored home charging solutions. Let’s drive your sustainable transition forward.
