EV Charging Stations | Electric Vehicles

Charging Station Map

If you're out on the road and require a charge, the team at plugshare have created a map to assist you. You'll need to create your own account for the individual charging station providers.

Public Charging station providers in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How do I use a public EV charger?

Charging your EV via public chargers will depend on the type of charging station used. For example some may require you have their app.

Here are the general steps:

Plugging in

If the charger doesn't have its own cable, connect your type 2 cable to the charging station. (All AGL EV Subscriptions come with a type 2 cable)
Connect the other end of the cable to the EV, typically there is a lock-in sound.

Commence charging & payment

If the charging station is free or does not require an extra payment method, then the EV will start charging automatically.
If the charging station is not free, then check the instructions on the charger to confirm the available payment methods i.e. mobile app, credit card or dedicated charge card. For example, ChargeFox chargers can be used by adding your credit card to the ChargeFox app.

Check charging status

To confirm the EV is charging, check the charging status on your car's dashboard/display screen.
Chargers that use a mobile app to connect will usually show charging progress in the app.

Finish charging

When you want to end your charging session, select 'Stop charging' and/or 'Unlock cable' on your car's display screen and unplug the cable.
If you're using your own type 2 cable, unplug it from your car first and then from the charger, second.

Are EV charging stations free in Australia?

The cost to charge your EV will depend on the type of public charger.

Level 2 AC public charging costs approximately $0.30 - $0.50 per kWh; and Level 3 public DC fast charging costs approximately $0.50 - $0.90 per kWh.

How can I charge my electric vehicle?

You can charge your electric car using one of three types of charging stations: Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3. The main difference is how long they take to provide a full charge (with Level 1 being the slowest and Level 3 being the fastest).

Level 1 Chargers

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Level 1 chargers (AC) are portable and allow you to plug your car into a standard power point and will give you about 15kms of charge per hour

Pros: No installation cost, can take anywhere, often free with the car.
Cons: Slow charging rate (2.4kW).

Level 2 Chargers

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Level 2 chargers (AC) provide around 40-60kms of charge per hour using your regular household electricity.

Pros: Faster than a portable charger (7kW single phase / 11kW three phase), safer than a portable charger, convenience of charging while you're at home.
Cons: Cost to purchase and install the unit.

Level 3 Chargers

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Level 3 chargers (DC) can charge a car up to 80% of its capacity in less than an hour.

Pros: Fastest way to charge (50-350kW), helpful when you're away from home.
Cons: Inconvenience of going out of your way to find a public charger location, cost per kW is usually higher than at home.