Electric Vehicles Wedgecarrup, WA 6315
The 6315 postcode area, including Wedgecarrup, Arthur River, Ballaying, Cancanning, Collanilling, Dongolocking, Gundaring, Jaloran, Lime Lake, Minding, Piesseville and Wagin, 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 Wedgecarrup, Arthur River, Ballaying, Cancanning, Collanilling, Dongolocking, Gundaring, Jaloran, Lime Lake, Minding, Piesseville and Wagin 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, Dellyanine, 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 Wedgecarrup, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wedgecarrup: Dellyanine - approx. 8.8 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Wedgecarrup: Dellyanine - approx. 8.8 km
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Wedgecarrup EV Demographics
With a population of 1574 people, Wedgecarrup 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 Wedgecarrup 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 Wedgecarrup 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, Wedgecarrup 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, Wedgecarrup is quietly embracing the electric vehicle (EV) revolution. With an eco-conscious community of 1,574 residents, this suburb has seen EV registrations jump from just 5 plug-in hybrids in 2021 to 12 in 2023 – a 140% increase. While still modest compared to petrol vehicles (which make up over 99% of local registrations), this growth reflects a broader shift towards sustainable transport. For EV owners navigating this transition, here’s your complete guide to charging in Wedgecarrup.
Public Charging: Planning Ahead Wedgecarrup itself doesn’t currently host public EV charging stations, and data about nearby infrastructure remains limited. Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan journeys using regional charging hubs within a 20km radius. Neighbouring towns often provide charging at key locations like shopping centres, hospitals, or tourist sites – typically offering Type 2 (Mennekes) or CCS2 connectors compatible with popular local models like the Genesis G80 BEV and CUPRA Born. Always check your vehicle’s compatibility before travelling.
Charging Networks & Compatibility Major Australian networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks service regional WA, though specific stations near Wedgecarrup aren’t currently mapped. Most public chargers support CCS2 (common in newer EVs) and Type 2 connectors, matching Wedgecarrup’s popular models:
- Genesis G80 BEV: 520km range, CCS2
- MINI Countryman BEV: 422km range, CCS2
- Volvo XC90 PHEV: Type 2 home charging CHAdeMO compatibility is rarer, so Nissan Leaf owners should verify station details.
Solar-Powered Charging: Wedgecarrup’s Bright Future With 18.10 MJ/m²/day solar radiation (≈5.03 kW/m²/day), Wedgecarrup’s climate is ideal for solar-powered EV charging. A 6.6kW solar system can generate ≈30kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Genesis G80 BEV (19.1kWh/100km) for 1,570km monthly driving. Pairing solar panels with a home charger slashes energy costs: offsetting 19.1kWh/100km consumption at grid rates (~30¢/kWh) saves $5.73 per 100km.
Local Models, Local Solutions Wedgecarrup’s registered EVs are currently all plug-in hybrids like the Volvo XC90 PHEV, which achieves 77km electric range. For these vehicles, overnight charging via a 3.6kW home station (taking 5 hours for a full charge) pairs perfectly with solar storage systems. Meanwhile, growing interest in battery EVs like the 511km-range CUPRA Born suggests future infrastructure demands.
Powering Your Drive Sustainably As Wedgecarrup’s EV community grows, home charging remains the most reliable option. Considering solar? Local installers can design systems to match your EV’s needs – whether you’re topping up a plug-in hybrid or supporting a long-range battery model. With abundant sunshine and rising EV adoption, there’s never been a better time to harness renewable energy for your transport needs. Ready to explore solar-charged driving? Connect with Wedgecarrup’s trusted solar professionals to start your journey.