Electric Vehicles Wattening, WA 6568
The 6568 postcode area, including Wattening, Bolgart and Wyening, is home to 66 vehicles. Among these, 0 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 that0% 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 Wattening, Bolgart and Wyening are emitting approximately 289 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 6568 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, Birahlee, 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 88 km per day in July, with an annual average of 165 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 Wattening, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
Electric Vehicle Ownership in Wattening
* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wattening: Birahlee - approx. 2.9 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wattening: Birahlee - approx. 2.9 km
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Wattening EV Demographics
With a population of 167 people, Wattening has 66 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 13 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 26 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 27 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 0 public ev charging stations in Wattening and a combined 0 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 Wattening electric car charging stations. For the 39 homes that already have solar panels in the 6568 postcode, being 44% of the total 89 homes in this community, Wattening 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 DataElectric Vehicle Charging Stations
Nestled in Western Australia’s sun-drenched landscape, Wattening (population 167) might seem an unlikely candidate for the electric vehicle revolution – but change often starts small. While official data shows no EVs registered here yet, this tight-knit community’s perfect solar conditions (19.4 MJ/m²/day, equivalent to 5.4 kW/m²/day) and environmental awareness position it as a future leader in sustainable transport. Let’s explore what EV ownership could look here.
Public charging stations remain scarce in Wattening’s immediate area, with no confirmed infrastructure within 20km. For early adopters, this makes home charging essential. The silver lining? Wattening’s exceptional solar radiation creates ideal conditions for off-grid solutions. A typical 6.6kW solar system here could generate 35kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Ford Mustang Mach-E (470km range) while still powering a household.
Most modern EVs like the MG MG4 (405km range) and BMW iX3 (440km range) use CCS2 or Type 2 connectors, which are WA’s standard. These compatible systems future-proof your investment – crucial in remote areas. The Jeep Compass PHEV’s 47km electric range might suit short local trips, while the BYD Sealion 6’s unconfirmed range could appeal to those needing more flexibility.
Solar charging transforms Wattening’s EV potential. Using our 5.4 kW/m²/day average:
- A 5kW system could offset 100% of an MG4’s 18.4kWh/100km consumption
- Annual fuel savings could reach $2,000+ compared to petrol vehicles
- Battery storage solutions help manage cloudy days
While public infrastructure develops, residents have a unique opportunity to lead WA’s energy transition. Installing a 7.4kW home charger with solar integration creates a personal ‘fuel station’ – no grid dependence required. Local solar professionals can design systems matching your driving needs and roof space.
Ready to pioneer Wattening’s electric future? Pairing an EV with solar power locks in decades of low-cost, emissions-free driving. For tailored advice on home charging solutions that harness our abundant sunshine, connect with Wattening’s renewable energy experts today.
