Electric Vehicles Tonganah, TAS 7260
The 7260 postcode area, including Tonganah, Blumont, Cuckoo, Forester, Jetsonville, Kamona, Lietinna, Lisle, Nabowla, North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, South Springfield, Springfield, Tulendeena and West Scottsdale, is home to 1247 vehicles. Among these, 8 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 Tonganah, Blumont, Cuckoo, Forester, Jetsonville, Kamona, Lietinna, Lisle, Nabowla, North Scottsdale, Scottsdale, South Springfield, Springfield, Tulendeena and West Scottsdale are emitting approximately 4079 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 7260 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, Tonganah (clay Mine), a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 194 km per day during the summer month of January, and 47 km per day in July, with an annual average of 118 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 2 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Tonganah, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Tonganah
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tonganah: Tonganah (clay Mine) - approx. 3.3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Tonganah: Tonganah (clay Mine) - approx. 3.3 km
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Tonganah
Electric Vehicle Tonganah - Community Profile
Tonganah EV Demographics
With a population of 3090 people, Tonganah has 1247 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 437 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 425 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 385 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 2 public ev charging stations in Tonganah and a combined 8 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 Tonganah electric car charging stations. For the 404 homes that already have solar panels in the 7260 postcode, being 27% of the total 1482 homes in this community, Tonganah 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 scenic landscapes, Tonganah (population 3,090) is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. While just 16 electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids were registered here in 2023 – up 14% from 2021 – this eco-minded community shows growing enthusiasm for sustainable transport. With abundant sunshine averaging 3.92 kW/m²/day (converted from 14.10 MJ/m²/day), residents are perfectly positioned to combine solar power with EV ownership.
For public charging, two stations serve Tonganah within a 20km radius. The Tonganah Community Centre hosts a 50kW DC fast charger (CCS2/Type 2), ideal for quick top-ups while accessing local shops. A 15-minute drive north, Scottsdale Central Car Park offers a 22kW Type 2 charger – perfect for visitors exploring the nearby Tasmanian Trail. Both locations provide free parking and are compatible with popular models like the BYD Seal (CCS2) and Mercedes-Benz EQE (Type 2).
Tonganah’s charging infrastructure supports major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks. Most stations feature CCS2 connectors (used by the Ford Mustang Mach-E) and Type 2 ports (favoured by Mercedes EVs). While CHAdeMO compatibility is limited, adapters can bridge this gap for Nissan Leaf owners.
The real charging game-changer here is solar power. With Tonganah’s strong solar irradiation, a 6kW system could generate enough daily energy to power a BYD Seal for 110km – more than most local commutes. Over a year, this could save $621 in charging costs (based on 15,000km driving and 13.8kWh/100km efficiency). Pairing solar with a home charger (like the popular Zappi unit) lets residents charge overnight using stored energy, bypassing peak electricity rates.
Considering the BYD Seal’s 510km range takes just 7 hours to charge from a 7kW home wallbox, solar-powered home charging becomes both practical and economical. Local installers estimate a 5-7 year payback period for solar systems sized to cover both household and EV needs.
As Tonganah’s EV community grows, now is the perfect time to future-proof your transport. If you’re exploring electric vehicle home charger installations, combining this with solar panels could slash your energy bills while reducing emissions. Our network connects Tonganah residents with certified local solar professionals – start your sustainable journey today and power your electric vehicle with Tasmanian sunshine.