Charging your EV
An EV costs the equivalent of $1.60c per litre to “fill up” when charged at home, including road user charges, which is the easiest and most convenient way to charge.
In fact 80% of EV owners do more than half of their charging at home, but it’s good to know the ins and outs of public charging too, for when you need a bit of extra juice for a longer trip.
Places to charge
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At home
Charging at home off-peak is the cheapest and most convenient option. You need off-street parking and access to a dedicated charging unit or a 3-pin power socket. Make sure you're comfortable with the health and safety aspect too.
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At your business
Super-convenient but there's a lot to consider. If you have EVs in your fleet, install smart charging to manage when the EVs are charged and to keep on top of energy costs.
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On the road
The public charging network is growing all the time, with fast chargers on state highways, and slower chargers in places you may be for longer, like malls or supermarkets.
There are tools to help you plan longer journeys, and find chargers along the way.