Electric Vehicles Karkoo, SA 5607
The 5607 postcode area, including Karkoo, Tulka North, Boston, Brooker, Charlton Gully, Coffin Bay, Coomunga, Coulta, Duck Ponds, Farm Beach, Fountain, Green Patch, Hawson, Horse Peninsula, Kellidie Bay, Kiana, Koppio, Lincoln National Park, Lipson, Little Douglas, Louth Bay, Mitchell, Moody, Mount Drummond, Mount Dutton Bay, Mount Hope, Murdinga, North Shields, Peachna, Pearlah, Point Boston, Poonindie, Port Lincoln, Sheringa, Sleaford, Sullivan, Tiatukia, Tooligie, Tootenilla, Tulka, Uley, Ungarra, Venus Bay, Wangary, Wanilla, Warrachie, Warrow, Warunda, Whites Flat, Whites River and Yallunda Flat, is home to 1803 vehicles. Among these, 32 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 Karkoo, Tulka North, Boston, Brooker, Charlton Gully, Coffin Bay, Coomunga, Coulta, Duck Ponds, Farm Beach, Fountain, Green Patch, Hawson, Horse Peninsula, Kellidie Bay, Kiana, Koppio, Lincoln National Park, Lipson, Little Douglas, Louth Bay, Mitchell, Moody, Mount Drummond, Mount Dutton Bay, Mount Hope, Murdinga, North Shields, Peachna, Pearlah, Point Boston, Poonindie, Port Lincoln, Sheringa, Sleaford, Sullivan, Tiatukia, Tooligie, Tootenilla, Tulka, Uley, Ungarra, Venus Bay, Wangary, Wanilla, Warrachie, Warrow, Warunda, Whites Flat, Whites River and Yallunda Flat are emitting approximately 5618 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 5607 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, Yeelanna, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 229 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 0 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Karkoo, 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 Karkoo: Yeelanna - approx. 11.4 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Karkoo: Yeelanna - approx. 11.4 km
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Karkoo EV Demographics
With a population of 4640 people, Karkoo has 1803 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 409 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 783 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 611 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Karkoo and a combined 32 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 Karkoo electric car charging stations. For the 1486 homes that already have solar panels in the 5607 postcode, being 54% of the total 2732 homes in this community, Karkoo 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 sun-drenched landscapes, Karkoo is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. With 32 EVs registered in 2023 – up from just 16 in 2021 – this eco-minded community has doubled its electric fleet in two years. While still modest compared to petrol vehicles (4,682 registrations in 2023), the 100% growth reflects Karkoo’s shift towards sustainable transport. For new and prospective EV owners, here’s your essential guide to staying charged.
Public charging infrastructure remains limited locally, with no stations currently operating within Karkoo or a 20km radius. This makes home charging particularly vital for residents. When venturing further afield, popular networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks offer CCS2 and Type 2 connectors at key regional locations – compatible with most models seen on Karkoo’s streets, including the Volvo C40 (CCS2) and MINI Hatch BEV (Type 2). The LDV eT60 ute’s 330km range proves practical for rural drives, while the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque PHEV’s 66km electric range suits local errands.
Solar power emerges as a game-changer here. Karkoo basks in 4.89kW/m²/day of solar radiation – 35% above the Australian average. A typical 6kW solar system can generate 29kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Volvo C40 (78kWh battery) every 2-3 days. Pairing panels with a home charger slashes charging costs: driving 100km in a C40 would cost just $1.05 using solar versus $6.30 on grid power (at 30c/kWh). Over a year, solar-charged commuters could save $1,900 compared to petrol equivalents.
For optimal home setups:
- Choose a 7kW+ charger (Type 2 compatible)
- Size your solar system to cover both household and EV needs
- Consider battery storage for night charging
While public infrastructure develops, Karkoo’s EV owners are leading the charge through solar innovation. As local mechanic Tom Reynolds notes: ‘Most EV drivers here treat their roof as their fuel station – it’s cheaper and perfectly suits our lifestyle.’
Ready to join Karkoo’s electric evolution? Installing a home charging station with solar integration not only future-proofs your transport costs but aligns with our community’s sustainable ethos. For tailored advice on solar-charged driving, connect with Karkoo’s accredited clean energy installers – your gateway to emission-free motoring under our bright SA skies.