Electric Vehicles Forthside, TAS 7310
The 7310 postcode area, including Forthside, Aberdeen, Ambleside, Devonport, Don, East Devonport, Erriba, Eugenana, Forth, Kindred, Lillico, Lower Wilmot, Melrose, Miandetta, Moina, Paloona, Quoiba, South Spreyton, Spreyton, Stony Rise, Tarleton, Tugrah, West Devonport and Wilmot, is home to 10712 vehicles. Among these, 317 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 Forthside, Aberdeen, Ambleside, Devonport, Don, East Devonport, Erriba, Eugenana, Forth, Kindred, Lillico, Lower Wilmot, Melrose, Miandetta, Moina, Paloona, Quoiba, South Spreyton, Spreyton, Stony Rise, Tarleton, Tugrah, West Devonport and Wilmot are emitting approximately 29636 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 7310 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, Eugenana (tasmanian Arboretum), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 212 km per day during the summer month of January, and 47 km per day in July, with an annual average of 124 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 5 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Forthside, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Forthside
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forthside: Eugenana (tasmanian Arboretum) - approx. 2.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Forthside: Eugenana (tasmanian Arboretum) - approx. 2.3 km
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Forthside EV Demographics
With a population of 26712 people, Forthside has 10712 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 4207 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 4061 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 2444 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 5 public ev charging stations in Forthside and a combined 317 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 Forthside electric car charging stations. For the 2647 homes that already have solar panels in the 7310 postcode, being 21% of the total 12635 homes in this community, Forthside 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 Tasmania’s sunny northwest, Forthside is embracing the electric vehicle revolution with open arms. This eco-conscious suburb, blessed with an average of 4.14 kW/m²/day of solar radiation (equivalent to 14.90 MJ/m²/day), has seen EV registrations surge by 122% since 2021 – from 143 electric vehicles to 317 in 2023. Whether you’re a resident or visitor, here’s your complete guide to staying charged.
Public Charging Made Easy Five public charging stations serve Forthside and its surrounds within a 20km radius. The Forthside Central Shopping Centre offers 50kW DC fast chargers (CCS2/Type 2), perfect for topping up your Tesla Model 3 or Hyundai Ioniq 5 while grabbing groceries. Nature lovers appreciate Riverside Park’s 7kW AC charger with solar-integrated canopies – ideal for longer stops with CCS2 and Type 2 compatibility. Need a reliable charge near essential services? The Forthside Community Hospital provides 22kW Type 2 chargers, giving peace of mind during emergencies.
Plug-In Compatibility Local charging networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks support popular connectors:
- CCS2: Used by 80% of new EVs including the Tesla Model 3 (513km range) and Hyundai Ioniq 5 (451km range)
- Type 2: Standard for Renault Kangoo BEV and Peugeot 408 PHEV
- CHAdeMO: Available at select stations for older models Most stations offer contactless payment, with the MG ZS BEV achieving an 80% charge in just 54 minutes at 50kW stations.
Solar Charging: Power From Your Roof With Forthside’s high solar yield, a typical 5kW home system generates about 20kWh daily – enough to power an MG ZS BEV for 113km (at 17.7kWh/100km) or a Tesla Model 3 for 151km. Over a year, this could save $800-$1,200 in fuel costs. Smart chargers like the Zappi can prioritise solar energy, reducing grid dependence while charging overnight.
Future-Proof Your Drive As EV registrations outpace internal combustion engines (3.1% annual growth vs 1.4%), Forthside’s infrastructure keeps evolving. Pairing a home charger with solar panels not only future-proofs your transport costs but supports Tasmania’s renewable energy goals. Many local installers offer tailored solutions for garage setups or off-grid properties.
Ready to harness the sun’s power for your EV? Contact Forthside’s trusted solar experts today to design a charging system that matches your driving habits and home energy needs. With smart technology and abundant sunshine, your next road trip could be powered by pure Tasmanian daylight.