We're delighted to have worked with the Northern Central Catchment Management Authority at the end of 2019 to help them charge their growing electric fleet.

Media release below...and if your organisation, business or government department needs some charging advice, please get in touch.

Media release:

As part of its desire to show leadership across the government sector and within the local community, the North Central Catchment Management Authority (CMA) has added three new electric vehicle charge points to their depot.

The monitored GARO Wallbox charge points will ensure a fast and efficient charge for the North Central CMA’s fleet of full electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

Renewable power will be supplied to the electric vehicles from the CMA’s 50KW solar system.

The charge points are compatible with every electric vehicle currently on the market in Australia, can add 30-40kms of range for every hour connected and are managed using an online portal that controls charge and usage rates.

“We have a desire to do more than just limit our carbon emissions, but to show leadership across the sector, and these chargers are a key part of that strategy,” CMA Corporate Services Executive Manager Adam Woods said.

“Not only have we committed to electric or hybrid vehicles where we can, but we want to promote their use, and show the community what an easy alternative they are to the combustion engine.

“About half of all cars sold in Australia are fleet cars, so there’s a real opportunity for fleet managers, especially in all levels of government, to make a real difference.”

Supplied and installed by EV charging infrastructure company EVolution Australia, the charge points will be available for public use, as well as for the CMA’s electric vehicles.

“We know that easy charging is key to efficient and enjoyable electric vehicle driving, so we’re delighted to partner with the NCCMA on this project,” said EVolution Australia director Russ Shepherd.

“Working with forward thinking organisations such as the NCCMA is also about educating people about electric vehicles, as it puts to rest concerns about the range of EVs and how easy they are to charge up,” he said.

“Additionally, every product sold by EVolution is now part of a closed loop e-waste recycling program, so in the event these units are damaged they won’t enter landfill.”

For more information, please contact:

Anthony Radford (North Central CMA) on 0409720610.

Russ Shepherd (EVolution) on 0424 047 596

EVolution Australia are electric vehicle charging infrastructure specialists, innovators and advocates, supporting the transition to zero-emission transport in Australia and New Zealand for cleaner cities, a better planet and a brighter future.

We say it every December, but EEK! Where did the year go??

If you're an excited new EV owner, you may be planning to take a road trip over the Christmas break. So, you're probably thinking about the best ways to charge efficiently and quickly?

Right up front, our office will be closed from the 23rd December to 2nd January, so if you need fast and efficient on-the-road charging, please let us know sooner rather than later.

Otherwise, we have a few tips to make sure you make the most of your holiday EV range!

Hyundai Kona and Ioniq

Both of these EV’s are supplied with slower portable charging cables, so to make the most of the range of these vehicles in a short amount of time, it’s a fantastic idea to pick up a faster charging cable, especially one that can be used at a public charging station. There are a range of portable chargers that are perfect for a faster and more efficient charge, such as the GIGER portable charger and the Hyundai Type 2 public charging bundle.

Nissan LEAF

The Nissan Leaf comes with a Type 2 to Type 2 cable from the dealers, meaning that to be able to charge within Australia, you will need an adaptor. One recommendation we make, is to invest in a Type 1 to Type 2 adaptor cable bundle, which can charge from charging stations across the country. There are many charging cable bundles for the Nissan LEAF, specific to which generation you have.

Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is supplied with both a portable charger and a high powered wall charger, making it easy(ish) to obtain a charge at home. However, when you're out and about, a lot of people also invest in an adaptor cable bundleto be able to charge from the many charging stations across the country, or in a solar smart Zappi wall charger for home use, whilst selling their Tesla wall charger.

(Of course, for eco-smart charging at home using your very own self-generated solar power, we always highly recommend the Myenergi Zappi!)

Although it’s a common belief that it’s impossible to travel long distances with an EV (hello, most mainstream media), the trick to holidaying in your Tesla or Nissan LEAF is not to charge more, but to charge smarter.

And, in case you haven't already done so, the awesome A Better Routeplanner is a great way to plan your EV travels, along with downloading the PlugShare app.

Happy holidays!

Of all the EVs hitting the Aussie market in the short term, the Mercedes-Benz EQC looks pretty good.

Featuring many elements of classic Mercedes styling, the German manufacturer are following the lead of other major players by making this EV largely unrecognisable from its ICE counterparts (unlike a certain Tesla CyberTruck we've all been talking about).

But that doesn't make it any less appealing...in fact, we think the look of the EQC is classically sleek. And, even better, the EQC is the first in a stable of ten EVs that Mercedes say will become available worldwide over the next 12-24 months. This announcement, which is becoming standard for the traditional manufacturers who are no doubt watching Tesla's progress with interest, is just another nail in the coffin of ICE vehicles across the globe.

Mercedes EQC specs

Under the beautifully styled exterior there's 300kW (408HP) of power, a range of 434 kilometres and enough torque to move it from 0-60kmph in 4.6 seconds, making the EQC a Tesla Model 3 challenger (but only if getting away at the traffic lights faster than everyone else is your goal in life).

The EQ from the name means 'Electric Intelligence' and with their new tagline of 'We're flicking the switch', it's clear Mercedes are taking the electric driving EVolution seriously.