Concerns EV Charging Infrastructure Won’t Cope With Easter Holiday

Energy providers are anticipating big lines of waiting cars at charging stations across the country.

Nissan and Volkswagen electric cars sit parked at a Charge Point EV charging station. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

Industry experts are concerned the number of electric vehicle charging stations is not keeping up with the surge of EVs on the road, adding to the risk of delays and increased range anxiety for travellers hitting Australian roads during holiday periods.

Global trends towards sustainable transportation driven by factors such as environmental concerns, government incentives, and advances in EV technology, have seen the number of new EVs sold in Australia rise to 46,624 in 2023, representing a 269 percent increase from 2022, and 8.4 percent of all new cars sold.