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Electric Vehicles

What to know before you go electric in Australia, from choosing the car to charging it at home on your own solar.

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The most popular electric vehicles sold in Australia, side by side: price, range, charging speed and running costs.

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Home EV chargers

Choose the home charger that suits your car and budget. A solar-smart charger fills the car from surplus solar, which takes the running cost close to zero.

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Solar and an EV: the obvious pairing

Charge the car from your rooftop solar and the running cost falls to almost nothing. A 6.6kW solar system produces enough energy to charge a typical EV daily during summer.

Grey electric SUV plugged into a wall-mounted charger in a carport, with solar panels on the roof above
Fuel for 15,000km a year
Petrol car15,000km at $1.80/L~$2,160/yr
EV on the grid15,000km at $0.30/kWh~$675/yr
EV on solarA saving of over $2,000 against petrol~$112/yr
Saved a year against petrol
$2,048
Saved over 10 years
$20k+
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Common questions

Do I need solar to own an EV?
No, but solar cuts the running cost sharply. Charging from the grid still costs about a third of petrol. With solar, it drops to near zero. Most EV owners find the combination pays for itself quickly.
What is the best home EV charger for solar owners?
The Zappi is the industry standard for solar integration, automatically adjusting charge rate to match available solar generation. Fronius Wattpilot is a strong choice if you already have Fronius solar.
How long does it take to charge an EV at home?
A standard 7kW home charger adds 40 to 50km of range per hour. Most EVs go from near-empty to full overnight (8 to 10 hours). Faster 22kW chargers are available for three-phase homes.
Are there government incentives for EVs in Australia?
Yes. Several states offer stamp duty exemptions or reductions on new EVs. The federal Fringe Benefits Tax exemption applies to eligible EVs used as novated leases. Check your state's current scheme as rates vary and change regularly.

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Charge the car from your own roof

Solar is what makes an EV cheap to run, so start there. Up to $8,000+ in solar and battery rebates. One Why Solar Approved installer, one free written quote, and fifteen minutes with a solar expert before you sign. Ask them about adding a home charger.

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