Electric Vehicles Dongolocking, WA 6315
The 6315 postcode area, including Dongolocking, Arthur River, Ballaying, Cancanning, Collanilling, Gundaring, Jaloran, Lime Lake, Minding, Piesseville, Wagin and Wedgecarrup, is home to 679 vehicles. Among these, 12 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 Dongolocking, Arthur River, Ballaying, Cancanning, Collanilling, Gundaring, Jaloran, Lime Lake, Minding, Piesseville, Wagin and Wedgecarrup are emitting approximately 2425 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6315 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, The Oaks, 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 153 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 Dongolocking, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Dongolocking
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dongolocking: The Oaks - approx. 9.2 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Dongolocking: The Oaks - approx. 9.2 km
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Dongolocking EV Demographics
With a population of 1574 people, Dongolocking has 679 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 220 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 259 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 200 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Dongolocking and a combined 12 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 Dongolocking electric car charging stations. For the 389 homes that already have solar panels in the 6315 postcode, being 45% of the total 859 homes in this community, Dongolocking 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 Western Australia’s sun-drenched landscape, Dongolocking is quietly embracing the electric vehicle revolution. With its tight-knit eco-conscious community and abundant sunshine, this small town (population 1,574) has seen electric vehicle registrations jump from just 5 in 2021 to 12 in 2023 – a 140% increase. While public charging infrastructure remains limited locally, innovative solutions like solar-powered home charging are helping residents lead the charge towards sustainable transport.
Public Charging Options Dongolocking itself doesn’t currently host public EV charging stations, but neighbouring towns within a 20km radius offer essential infrastructure. Popular charging locations typically include regional shopping hubs and service centres, often featuring fast-charging capabilities. For specific station locations, we recommend checking national charging networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks during trip planning – particularly important given Dongolocking’s rural setting.
Vehicle Compatibility Most local EV owners drive popular Australian models like the affordable GWM Ora (310km range, CCS2 connector) or practical plug-in hybrids such as the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV (Type 2 connector). These align with WA’s most common charging standards:
- CCS2 (favoured by newer models)
- Type 2 (Mennekes) for most European vehicles
- CHAdeMO (less common but still supported)
Solar-Powered Charging: A Bright Solution With Dongolocking’s exceptional solar radiation (18.40 MJ/m²/day = ~5.11 kWh/m²/day), home solar systems offer significant advantages:
- Charge a GWM Ora’s 63kWh battery in 6-8 sunny hours
- Offset 100km of driving with just 4 hours of solar generation
- Potential annual fuel savings exceeding $2,000 compared to petrol vehicles
Practical Advice for Local Owners
- Morning Charging: Capitalise on WA’s solar feed-in tariffs by charging during daylight hours
- Hybrid Strategies: Use public fast chargers for top-ups during regional trips
- Future-Proofing: Install 7kW+ home chargers compatible with both Type 2 and CCS2 connectors
The Road Ahead As Dongolocking’s EV community grows, so do opportunities for sustainable transport. Pairing a home charging station with solar panels isn’t just eco-friendly – it’s a smart financial move in our sun-rich climate. Considering making the switch? Local solar installers can help design systems that fully power both your home and EV, turning Dongolocking’s abundant sunshine into kilometres of emission-free driving.
Ready to harness the sun for your electric vehicle? Our team connects Dongolocking residents with certified solar and EV charging specialists. Start your sustainable journey today – your wallet and the environment will thank you.