Electric Vehicles Wandering, WA 6308
The 6308 postcode area, including Wandering, Codjatotine, Dwarda, East Pingelly, Hastings, Pingelly, Pumphreys Bridge, Springs and West Pingelly, is home to 574 vehicles. Among these, 9 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 Wandering, Codjatotine, Dwarda, East Pingelly, Hastings, Pingelly, Pumphreys Bridge, Springs and West Pingelly are emitting approximately 2194 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6308 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, Wandering Comparison, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 241 km per day during the summer month of January, and 76 km per day in July, with an annual average of 159 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 Wandering, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Wandering
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wandering: Wandering Comparison - approx. 496 m
Electric Vehicle Charging & Solar Power Wandering
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wandering: Wandering Comparison - approx. 496 m
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Number of kilometers you can drive your electric vehicle each day when charging solely from a 6kW solar system in Wandering
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Wandering EV Demographics
With a population of 1345 people, Wandering has 574 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 169 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 200 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 205 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Wandering and a combined 9 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 Wandering electric car charging stations. For the 358 homes that already have solar panels in the 6308 postcode, being 49% of the total 734 homes in this community, Wandering 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 the heart of Western Australia’s wheatbelt, Wandering (population 1,345) might seem an unlikely hotspot for electric vehicles – but change is quietly humming. From zero EVs registered in 2021 to nine electric and plug-in hybrid models cruising its streets by 2023, this eco-minded community is embracing sustainable transport. With abundant sunshine averaging 5.17 kW/m²/day (converted from 18.60 MJ/m²/day), Wandering offers ideal conditions for solar-powered driving – perfect for residents looking to pair clean energy with their green vehicles.
Public Charging in Wandering While Wandering itself doesn’t currently host public EV charging stations, nearby towns within a 30-minute drive offer essential infrastructure. Popular regional charging spots include:
- Boddington Shopping Centre (45km north): 50kW DC fast charger compatible with CCS2/Type 2
- Williams Visitor Centre (62km south): 22kW AC charger suitable for longer stops
- Narrogin Hospital (75km east): Dual-port station with CCS2 and CHAdeMO connectors
Charging Networks & Compatibility When travelling beyond Wandering, major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks dominate regional routes. All current Wandering-registered EVs – including popular models like the BYD Seal (510km range) and BMW 3 Series PHEV – use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors. This matches 95% of Australia’s public chargers, ensuring seamless travel. The Volvo XC60 PHEV common in town requires 5 hours for a full charge at 3.6kW – perfect for overnight home charging.
Solar Charging: Wandering’s Secret Weapon With solar radiation levels 15% above Perth’s average, Wandering homes can generate 20-25kWh daily from a 5kW system – enough to fully power a Fiat 500e (311km range) every two days. Based on local consumption patterns:
- Average daily commute: 40km
- Solar energy required: 5.5kWh
- Annual fuel savings: $1,200+ vs petrol vehicles
Residents can maximise savings by:
- Timing charges for midday solar surplus
- Using smart chargers like the Zappi EVSE
- Claiming WA’s solar battery rebates (up to $3,000)
The Road Ahead While Wandering’s EV journey is just beginning, early adopters lead the charge. Local mechanic Dave Carter (BYD Seal owner) notes: “With home solar, my ‘fuel’ costs dropped from $40 weekly to just $3 in grid top-ups.”
Considering going electric? Pairing a 7kW home charger with solar panels could eliminate your transport energy bills. For Wandering residents, we connect you with certified Clean Energy Council installers specialising in rural solar solutions. Let’s harness that golden WA sunshine – your future self (and wallet) will thank you.