Australia’s Longest Electric Vehicle Highway is Now Open! 🚗⚡ Drive across 7,000 km with 110 charging points, making EV travel easier and greener than ever!…Read ahead
Australia’s Electric Vehicle Highway is now operational, giving EV owners access to one of the world’s longest connected routes. This electric vehicle highway covers 7,000 kilometers and includes 110 charging points at 49 locations.
The project was delivered by Horizon Power and Synergy, with funding from the WA (Western Australia) government. The network stretches from Mundrabilla, 1,317 kilometers east of Perth, to Kununurra, 3,135 kilometers northeast of Perth. Chargers are placed about 200 kilometers apart, making long trips easier for EV drivers.
Some remote charging stations use solar energy and battery storage, reducing the need for grid power. WA Premier Roger Cook said this investment will make EV adoption easier and increase the number of electric vehicles on the road.
Aman Gaur, Head of Legal, Policy, and Advocacy at the Electric Vehicle Council, called this electric vehicle highway a major step for WA. He said it will boost confidence in EVs and reduce range anxiety, which often stops people from switching to electric vehicles.
Gaur highlighted that electric vehicle highways bring economic benefits to regional towns. Instead of bypassing these areas, EV drivers will stop to charge their cars, spending time and money in local communities. This benefits both travelers and small businesses.
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With the WA election coming up, Gaur urged all political parties to support more EV initiatives. He suggested funding grants for EV chargers on kerbsides and in apartments, as well as incentives for councils to install chargers in public car parks.
The WA EV network is part of the government’s EV strategy to increase electric vehicle use. This plan will help WA reach its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Australia’s Electric Vehicle Highway is a big step toward a cleaner and more sustainable future.
